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COVID-19 Disaster Recovery Payment | Up to $750 for eligible international students

00:00 Introduction
00:49 Eligibility for the COVID-19 Disaster Recovery Payment
02:07 How can you apply for the Disaster Payment

In this video, we discuss the Australian Government's COVID-19 Disaster Recovery Payment. Have you lost work due to a 7+ day lockdown in your state? You may be able to apply for the temporary COVID Disaster Payment! This is a lump-sum payment of up to $750, to help you if you cannot earn income during lockdown. Watch this video to learn about the process to apply for the COVID-19 Disaster Recovery Payment, and how to find out if you're eligible.

Are international students eligible for this payment?
Yes! You are eligible for the payment as long as:
✅ You’re an Australian resident, permanent resident or eligible working visa holder
✅ You’re aged 17+ and living in a Commonwealth-defined COVID hotspot area
✅ You would have worked if the lockdown had not happened (and have lost income)
✅ You don’t have access to special pandemic/sick leave (or you have none remaining)
✅ You have less than $10,000 in “liquid assets” (i.e. savings, shares, or loans)
✅ You’re not on income support payments from the Commonwealth (i.e. JobSeeker)

As an eligible visa holder, you will need to call Services Australia on 180 22 66 to apply.
Phone lines are open Monday to Friday 8 am to 5 pm (AEST).

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