You can apply for Carer Payment online through your myGov account linked to Centrelink. Start a claim for Carer Payment, provide details about the person you care for, your income and assets, and include supporting medical information where required. You may need a medical report completed by the person’s treating health professional, particularly for a new claim. Services Australia assesses each application against its eligibility rules, so approval and payment depend on your circumstances. Check the requirements and document list at servicesaustralia.gov.au before submitting your claim.