Pension Supplement Changes for People Outside Australia

Pension Supplement rules have changed for people who live or travel outside Australia. If you travel outside Australia temporarily, you’ll keep the full Pension Supplement for up to 12 weeks. After 12 weeks, we’ll stop paying it.

What Happened

If you leave Australia to live overseas, we’ll stop paying Pension Supplement when you leave. If you’re already living overseas, your Pension supplement will have stopped. Find out about travelling overseas with Pension Supplement .

Official Source / Verification

This article is based on the official announcement published by Services Australia on 20 September 2026: Pension Supplement changes for people outside Australia.

This article is general information only. It summarises an official public announcement and does not constitute financial, legal or safety advice. Always check the linked official source for the full details that apply to your circumstances.