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Benefits include basic disability pension and universal disability supplement. Both payments are income tested. The benefits are payable between ages 18 and 66 provided the person has at least 3 years residence from age 15. An Australian citizen must have been employed or self-employed for at least 12 months of the 3 years. Working capacity must be reduced by at least 50% due to physical, mental and/or social reasons.
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Last reviewed: 3 January 2012