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.

5.1.7.90 LLNS - current rates

Current rate

The current rate of LLNS is $20.80 per fortnight.

Indexation (1.1.I.100)

This rate is not indexed.

Timing of payment

If a recipient qualifies and LLNS is payable, payments are made fortnightly in arrears with the recipient's main payment.

Act reference: SSAct section 1050 Rate increase attributable to LLNS

Multiple entitlement period

A person is not able to receive LLNS if they receive PES, or an approved program of work supplement.

Act reference: SSAct section 1049 Language, literacy and numeracy supplement not payable in certain circumstances

Policy reference: SS Guide 3.8.11 LLNS - qualification & payability, 2.2.13 Supplementary benefits verification, 5.1.7 Supplementary benefits - current rates, 3.8.3.10 Qualification for PES, 5.3.1.10 Taxation of payments & PAYG payment summary - individual non-business

Last reviewed: 12 May 2025

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