Operational Blueprint Document (lex 81948): Assessing If A Customer Is An Australian Resident 106-06010010 (effective From 5 September 2024). 1 Document Released In Part. LEX 81948 Sections Of The…

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Services Australia released an Operational Blueprint document (effective 5 September 2024) outlining procedures for assessing whether customers qualify as Australian residents for social security, family assistance, parental leave payments, and concession cards. The document defines Australian residents as Australian citizens, permanent visa holders, or protected Special Category visa holders who principally reside in Australia, assessed through factors including family ties, property, financial connections, accommodation nature, intentions, and travel patterns. It addresses specific provisions for Norfolk Island residents following their inclusion in Australia's social security system from 1 July 2016, treating official Norfolk Island Resident status equivalent to Australian permanent visa status for Centrelink purposes. The document specifies that residence rules apply to claim lodgement, qualification eligibility, and ongoing payment continuation, with customers losing entitlements if they cease meeting residence requirements. Claims must generally be lodged by Australian residents physically in Australia, subject to documented exceptions. Sections were exempted