Bereavement Payment

A lump sum or short-term payment when your partner, child or the person you were caring for has died.

What is it?

A lump sum or short-term payment when your partner, child or the person you were caring for has died.

Eligibility

The first eligibility criterion is whether the person who died was a child or adult.

There are numerous circumstances where a bereavement payment will be paid.

Payment rates

The amount that is paid and the duration for which it is paid vary significantly. Head to the Services Australia website for a clear summary outlining payment based on the particular circumstances.

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