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Concession card first checks
What to check before relying on concession card advice for bills, transport, health or local discounts.
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Concession card benefits can vary by service, state and provider. Start with official payment and card information, then check the specific bill or service.
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Plain-English answer
Concession card benefits can vary by service, state and provider. Start with official payment and card information, then check the specific bill or service.
Who this helps
People trying to reduce costs for utilities, transport, health or local services.
What to do next
- 1Check whether the card or payment pathway is current through Services Australia.
- 2Ask each provider what evidence they accept.
- 3Keep copies of official letters or cards where safe.
Check before you act
Do not pay a third party to unlock a government concession.
Official sources
- Services Australia - Centrelink
Official Centrelink payment and service information.
- Services Australia - Payment and Service Finder
Official tool for checking payments and services that may fit a situation.