Introduction

The Away from Home Allowance provides assistance with accommodation costs for the caregivers of dependent 16 and 17 year olds who move away from home to undertake tertiary study or employment related training.

The Away from Home Allowance is non-taxable and although an income test must be met, it is not asset tested.

For more information see:

• Qualifications
• Payment
• Commencement date
• Changes and Reviews

For a copy of the application form, see:

• Away from Home Allowance Application