9.2.8 Visa subclasses 500-599 payment eligibility
Introduction
Note: The information below has been compiled by DSS as a guide only. It only covers residential qualification for social security payments and concessions for the specified visa subclasses. Visa holders must also meet other qualification requirements to receive a payment or concession card.
Visa subclasses and their conditions are the responsibility of the Department of Home Affairs. Please check the Department of Home Affairs website for any updates to visa details.
Payment eligibility
| Visa subclass number | Visa name | Permanent residency visa | AoS | Sponsored/ nominated | Payments & concession cards residentially qualified for | Additional information |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 500 | Student | No - temporary | No AoS | Not sponsored | Not residentially qualified | This visa came into effect on 1 July 2016. |
| 560 | Student | No - temporary | No AoS | Not sponsored | Not residentially qualified | This visa is no longer issued and was repealed in July 2001. |
| 570 | Independent ELICOS Sector | No - temporary | No AoS | Not sponsored | Not residentially qualified May qualify for CCS (Note A) | This visa is no longer issued and was repealed on 1 July 2016. |
| 571 | Schools Sector | No - temporary | No AoS | Not sponsored | Not residentially qualified May qualify for CCS (Note A) | This visa is no longer issued and was repealed on 1 July 2016. |
| 572 | Vocational Education & Training Sector | No - temporary | No AoS | Not sponsored | Not residentially qualified May qualify for CCS (Note A) | This visa is no longer issued and was repealed on 1 July 2016. |
| 573 | Higher Education Sector | No - temporary | No AoS | Not sponsored | Not residentially qualified May qualify for CCS (Note A) | This visa is no longer issued and was repealed on 1 July 2016. |
| 574 | Postgraduate Research Sector | No - temporary | No AoS | Not sponsored | Not residentially qualified May qualify for CCS (Note A) | This visa is no longer issued and was repealed on 1 July 2016. |
| 575 | Non-award Foundation/Other Sector | No - temporary | No AoS | Not sponsored | Not residentially qualified May qualify for CCS (Note A) | This visa is no longer issued and was repealed on 1 July 2016. |
| 576 | AusAid or Defence Sector | No - temporary | No AoS | Not sponsored | Not residentially qualified May qualify for CCS (Note A) | This visa is no longer issued and was repealed on 1 July 2016. |
| 580 | Student Guardian | No - temporary | No AoS | Not sponsored | Not residentially qualified May qualify for CCS (Note A) | This visa is no longer issued and was repealed on 1 July 2016. |
| 590 | Student Guardian | No - temporary | No AoS | Not sponsored | Not residentially qualified May qualify for CCS (Note A) | This visa came into effect on 1 July 2016. |
Notes
| Note | Explanation |
|---|---|
| A | The holder of this visa may qualify for CCS if they or their partner are undertaking a course of study in Australia for which they receive direct financial assistance from the Commonwealth. Policy reference: FA Guide 2.6.2.20 CCS - Australian residency exceptions |