Centrelink eligibility depends on the payment you are applying for and your circumstances, such as age, residency, income, assets, work status, caring responsibilities or disability. Common payments include JobSeeker Payment, Family Tax Benefit and the Age Pension, each with different rules and waiting periods. You can use the payment finder and eligibility information on the official Services Australia website before starting a claim. Services Australia makes the final decision after assessing the information and documents you provide.