The Guides to Social Policy Law is a collection of publications designed to assist decision makers administering social policy law. The information contained in this publication is intended only as a guide to relevant legislation/policy. The information is accurate as at the date listed at the bottom of the page, but may be subject to change. To discuss individual circumstances please contact Services Australia.

10.5.6 Requirement to Claim a Foreign Benefit - Agreement with Canada

Claiming a Canadian benefit

The current Agreement with Canada does not contain special provisions to make it compulsory for people claiming Australian benefits under the Agreement to also claim a benefit from Canada. However, all claimants for Australian benefits under the Agreement with Canada are required to take reasonable action to claim any entitlement from Canada. This requirement is covered by CFP legislation in 7.3.1.

Act reference: SS(IntAgree)Act Schedule 4 Canada

Policy reference: SS Guide 7.3.1 CFP legislation & requirements

Last reviewed: 21 September 2015

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