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.

1.1.I.50 Interim care period

Definition

An interim care period is where, in relation to a particular child, the care percentages (1.1.C.20) used in the child support assessment (1.1.C.70) correspond with the care under an applicable written care arrangement for a limited length of time, rather than the actual care.

Interim care periods are available in certain circumstances where a person with reduced care in comparison to their level of care under a written care arrangement is taking reasonable action to have the arrangement complied with.

Several factors determine the duration of an interim period including the type of written care arrangement, when the arrangement was made and the actions of the person with increased care.

See 2.2.4 for further information.

Act reference: CSA Act section 51 Percentage of care if action taken …, section 53A Meaning of interim period

Policy reference: CS Guide 2.2.2 Care determinations & changes in care, 2.2.4 Interim care provisions & disputed care arrangements

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