In Australia, Family Tax Benefit payments have been adjusted for the year 2025. Eligible parents can receive up Family Tax Benefit Part A payments of up to $228.36 every two weeks for each child 0-12 years. Given the Australia cost of living crisis, these payments provide some relief to families and help counter the problem of poverty. Here is the information Australian parents most need to know: who is eligible, when the payments are made, and how much they can expect to receive.
What Is the Family Tax Benefit?
Family Tax Benefit (FTB) is a government provision for families with children and helps defray the cost of raising children. FTB has 2 components: Part A, which augments family budgeting for each child, and Part B, which covers families with children under 5 years as well and provides additional assistance to sole parents and families with a single working parent.
2025 Payment Rates and Schedules
2025 FTB Part A payments for children 0-12 is $227.36 and $295.82 for children aged 13-19 who meet certain educational criteria and are classified as dependents. FTB Part B payments are $193.34 if the youngest child is below five and $134.96 if 5-18. Payments are made every two weeks, but can also be taken as a lump sum after the tax year.
| FTB Category | Age Range | 2025 Rate (Fortnight) |
|---|---|---|
| Part A | 0-12 years | $227.36 |
| Part A | 13-19 (at school) | $295.82 |
| Part B (family) | Youngest under 5 | $193.34 |
| Part B (family) | Youngest 5-18 | $134.96 |
Who Qualifies?
For families to be legally allowed to receive these payments, they must fit a few criteria:
- Have a dependent child under the age of 19 whom they care for at least 35% of the time.
- Residency requirements must be satisfied and met by both parent and child (Australian)
- Ensure the child is age 4 and meets health check requirements as well as the child’s immunisations are up to date.
- Meet income thresholds: For FTB Part A, payments are reduced and phased out at $86, 852 – $118,771. For Part B, single parents must earn under $ 120,007, as for couples, the lower earner’s income must be over $ 6, 935 for the payments to be reduced.
Payment Dates and Application Process
In regard to payments, they are delivered fortnightly as per Centrelink’s scheduled payments calendar or offered as an annual lump sum payment after the tax period ends. Effective revised payment dates are of July 2025 and payments are released as due. Applications for these payments can be made via myGov where these applications can also be managed, income details must constantly be updated to avoid issues of under or overpayments.
Why These Payments Matter for Families
In regard to the need for these payments, they are largely due to the increase in the costs of utilities, groceries, and the expense of education. Even the little payment helps a family in need. It is also very important to note that the increase in payments offered by the government aimed to trigger support to a family and offset the stress of inflation.
Commonly Asked Questions
Q1: How much will a family collect every two weeks in 2025 for a child 0–12 years old?
A: For every child under 12 you will receive $227.36 on every FTB A instalment.
Q2: When will I receive my payments?
A: Payments are remitted every 14 days or can be received as a lump sum annually.
Q3: What is the 2025 FTB Part A income limit?
A: At $86,852 payments will begin to decrease, and will completely stop at $118,771 annually.
