Commonwealth Rent Assistance may be available if you receive an eligible Centrelink payment or Family Tax Benefit Part A and pay rent above the relevant threshold. Services Australia generally assesses it when you claim or update your payment, so you may not need to submit a separate application, but you should provide accurate rent and accommodation details. The amount depends on your payment, rent, household circumstances and current rates, and is decided by Services Australia. Check the official guide at servicesaustralia.gov.au or contact Centrelink if your rent or living arrangements change.