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Getting Rent Assistance if you leave Australia

In most circumstances, you can be paid Rent Assistance for temporary periods outside Australia for up to 26 weeks, provided you are still able to receive your main payment.

If you are planning to travel outside Australia you should contact us to see if your payment will be affected.



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