Australian Aged Pension

[georgegeorgia]

16 hours ago, LosLobo said:

However, it's important to clarify that this does not require you to have been working during those 35 years 

I knew it , because half of Australia doesn't work .

How can the Government deny the old age  pension to someone who hasn't  find a job for the last 30 years they can't 

 

[Olmate]

14 hours ago, LosLobo said:

Sounds like your 'mate' may be making multiple trips per year to avoid residency and taxation issues.

I suggest Rent Assistance and the non-basic Supplement payments are generally only available to Australian residents living in Australia as these benefits are tied to long-term residency.

 

Additionally, claiming these supplements while primarily living overseas could potentially raise questions about residency status, which might impact pension portability.

It’s best to check with Services Australia for tailored advice.

 

The 'mate' has been away in Oz for 4yrs, just returned to be "home on his farm".Unexpected family affairs are the reason, not tax concerns, but nice conjecture! No idea whatyour on about re portability.Cheers.