Who qualifies as a concession?

Who qualifies as a concession?

Concession fares Children (4-15 years) and secondary students (aged 16 and over) NSW Apprentices and trainees. Tertiary and TAFE students. Centrelink customers.

What is registration concession NSW?

If you’re a pensioner, you may be eligible for concessions on your vehicle registration in NSW. Eligible pensioners don’t have to pay: registration fees. motor vehicle tax. conditional registration fees.

What is TPI gold card?

The Gold Card (TPI) covers you for clinically required medical treatment in Australia for all medical conditions. Treatment include but not limited to: treatment at a hospital or day procedure facility. treatment provided by an allied health professional. treatment provided by a General Practitioner (GP) or specialist.

Is a DVA White Card a concession card?

If you are a Commonwealth or Allied veteran, what you receive may be different to what Australian veterans receive. Your White Card may also entitle you to receive concessions or discounts, and a Lapel Pin.

What is a concession in Australia?

Purpose. The Australian Government’s main purpose in issuing concession cards is to provide access to Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme prescription items, and certain Medicare services, at a cheaper rate.

What does concession price mean?

A concession is a special price which is lower than the usual price and which is often given to old people, people who are unemployed, and students.

Do I get a concession card on JobSeeker?

You can get a Pensioner Concession Card if you get: Age Pension. Carer Payment. JobSeeker Payment or Youth Allowance – you must be single and caring for a dependent child while you’re looking for work.

Do pensioners pay Rego in NSW?

NSW registration is free for eligible pensioners. NSW stamp duty and transfer fees are not payable by certain DVA pensioners (those receiving a disability pension of 70% or higher, TPI or EDA pensioners or those assessed under the Military Rehabilitation and Compensation Act 2004 at 50 or more impairment points).

What is TPI DVA?

The Special Rate of Disability Pension is colloquially known as the Totally and Permanently Incapacitated pension (T&PI or TPI). Where the Special Rate is provided for a limited period of time in respect of a temporary incapacity, this is also known as the Temporarily Totally Incapacitated pension (TTI).

What will DVA pay for?

Holders of a Veteran Gold Card (the DVA Health Card – All Conditions within Australia) are entitled to the full range of health care services at DVA’s expense, including medical, dental, optical care and subsidised pharmaceuticals.

What is a DVA concession card?

What is the Pensioner Concession Card. The Pensioner Concession Card (PCC) gives you access to cheaper medicines, public transport and utilities. PCCs issued by us are the same as those issued by Services Australia.

What does a white DVA card cover?

Any Veteran with a White Card is entitled to access Mental Health treatment within Australia. They may also be eligible for treatment of Cancer (malignant neoplasm) and pulmonary tuberculosis, depending on their service. These health conditions do not need to be from war or military service.

Who is eligible for public transport concessions in NSW?

NSW and ACT PCC holders are eligible for public transport concessions in NSW. For more information, please contact 131 500 or visit Ticket eligibility – pensioners. Veterans who receive a disability pension and live permanently in NSW may be eligible for an Ex-members of the Defence Force pass.

Are there any concessions for pensioners in NSW?

Eligible pensioners may be eligible for fee exemptions or concessions on a wide range of products and services from the Roads and Maritime Services, such as NSW Driver Licences, driving tests, registration, motor vehicle tax, transfer fees and stamp duty on motor vehicles and Mobility Parking Scheme (MPS) permits.

What are the requirements for a concession pass?

A Concession Pass is available to Australian Pensioner Concession (PCC) holders, DVA Gold Card embossed with TPI or EDA holders or Gold Card holders on providing a letter from DVA stating that you receive a disability pension of 70% or higher, or minimum 50 impairment points.

Are there any concessions for recreational fishing in NSW?

The NSW Government offer concessions on the Recreational Fishing Fee, to eligible pensioners. These concessions are offered to: on providing a letter from the Department of Veterans’ Affairs stating that you receive a disability pension of 70% or higher, or an intermediate pension.