The November 2025 Centrelink Bonus of $250 has been approved in the form of an additional cash payment to help pensioners, retirees and low-income Australians to cope with increasing living expenses.
The Major Specifics of the $250 Centrelink Bonus
Eligibility
– Pensioners who are receiving Age Pension or Disability Support Pension.
– Carer Payment recipients
– There are income-based and residence-based low-income welfare recipients.
The bonus is a payment of 1-time on top of the normal Centrelink benefits that can be used in meeting the day-to-day costs.
Payment Schedule
– The payments will commence in November 2025, when they are normally automatically deposited along with fortnightly payments. – The bonus will be received by the majority of the eligible recipients between the middle of November 2025 (approximately November 13-27) based on their personal payment dates.
How to Claim
– There should be no application required, the bonus is automatically added where necessary.
– To get the payments in time, you should ensure your myGov and Centrelink accounts are updated including your bank account details.
Summary Table: Centrelink Bonus of 250 November 2025
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Bonus Amount | $250 one-time payment |
| Eligible Recipients | Age Pension, DSP, Carer Payment recipients |
| Payment Period | November 2025, exact dates vary |
| Application Required | No application needed, automatic payment |
FAQs
Q1: Who is eligible to have the $250 Centrelink bonus?
Primarily pensioners, disability support, and carers, provided that they are eligible.
Q2: Do I qualify to receive the bonus?
No, it is automatic payment to qualified receivers.
Q3: When do you expect to get the payment?
The day before or on November 2025, assuming you pay on time.
