As of October 2025, the government will adjust Australia’s Age Pension to assist seniors with the cost of living. The increase will be given with the latest budget adjustments, along with the scheduled adjustments due to inflation and wage growth.
Adjusted Age Pension Rates Effective October 2025
The maximum basic Age Pension will increase by about $30 per fortnight, making the new maximums $1,150 for singles and $1,945 for couples combined. More supplements and concessions will stretch financial assistance to seniors to be able to address the cost of living, and to be more precise, their costs of housing, health care, and general daily living activities to provide more comfort.
Who Gets the Age Pension?
The requirements will be the same and focus on the same four criteria of Age, Residency, Income, and Assets. 66.5-year-old Australian residents and over, gradually increasing to 67 by 2025, over the given period with the residency and protocol called by Services Australia. Qualified candidates need to submit their claims with supporting evidence for verification.
October 2025 Age Pension Payment Schedule
Beginning the first week of October 2025, Age Pension recipients will start receiving their payments every two weeks. Depending on the recipient’s preference, payments can be sent every week, every two weeks, or every month, which determines the cycle. Payments can be set up through direct bank accounts or through the Sassy card system for those without bank accounts.
Summary Table: Australia Age Pension October 2025
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Maximum Payment | $1,150 per fortnight (singles) |
| Couples Maximum | $1,945 per fortnight (combined) |
| Age to Apply | 66.5 years (gradually increased to 67) |
| Payment Frequency | Weekly, fortnightly, or monthly |
| Payment Method | Bank deposit or Sassy card |
To assist seniors in maintaining a standard of living, Australia is looking to support every individual to the best of their ability, providing the utmost care.
FAQs
Q1: How much will the Age Pension increase in October 2025?
The maximum payment will increase by $30 every two weeks.
Q2: What is the eligibility age for the Age Pension in 2025?
You can apply for the Age Pension when you are 66.5 years old, but the age will gradually rise to 67.
Q3: When are Age Pension payments made?
Starting the first week of October 2025, payments will continue to be made weekly, every two weeks, or monthly.
