Widow Allowance:

If you have become widowed, divorced or separated later in life and have no recent workforce experience, Widow Allowance ensures you have an adequate level of income.

Please note: You can not claim Widow Allowance from 1 July 2005, unless you were born on or before 1 July 1955.

Qualification Information	1. Who can get Widow Allowance? 2. What residence requirements does Widow Allowance have?
Claim Information	1. How do I claim Widow Allowance? 2. How do I find out the outcome of my claim?
Payment Information	1. How much Widow Allowance do I get? 2. Is there an income/assets test? 3. When are payments adjusted?
Current Customer Information	1. Do I still get Widow Allowance if I leave Australia? 2. Does this payment get reviewed? 3. What should I do if my circumstances change?
More Information	1. Can I appeal if I disagree with a decision made? 2. What other payments and concessions might I get? 3. What services and programs can I use? 4. Can I get a factsheet about this payment? 5. How do I find out more about Widow Allowance?

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Widow Allowance:

Individuals