Centrelink eligibility depends on the payment you are seeking and factors such as your age, residency, income, assets, work status and household circumstances. Different payments, including JobSeeker, Family Tax Benefit and the Age Pension, have different rules and waiting periods. You can review the requirements and use Services Australia's payment and service finder before submitting a claim. Services Australia will assess your individual circumstances and make the final decision, so check the official website or contact them if your situation is complex.