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.

10.32.6 Requirement to Claim a Pension from India

Requirement to claim a pension from India

The Agreement with India does not contain special provisions to make it compulsory for people claiming Australian pensions under the Agreement to also claim an Indian benefit. However, the SS(Admin)Act requires that all Australian pensioners take reasonable action to claim a comparable foreign (CFP) entitlement from overseas. This requirement is covered by CFP legislation explained in 7.3.1.

Act reference: SS(IntAgree)Act Schedule 31 Republic of India

Policy reference: SS Guide 7.3.1 CFP legislation & requirements

Last reviewed: 4 January 2016

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