This free calculator helps Australian families estimate potential eligibility for Family Tax Benefit (FTB) Part A and Part B, based on family income, the number and ages of children, care arrangements, and residency status. Use it to get a general sense of where you may stand before reviewing official requirements.
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Family Tax Benefit is made up of two separate components — Part A and Part B — each with its own purpose and assessment criteria. This calculator considers a combination of common factors associated with both parts to produce a general, educational estimate.
Family income is one of the main factors affecting how much FTB a family may receive.
Child age influences how payments are calculated, since rates differ for younger and older children.
Care percentage may affect entitlement, particularly in shared-care arrangements.
Results are educational estimates only and do not reflect an official assessment.
Official assessments are completed by Services Australia after you submit a claim through MyGov.
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What is Family Tax Benefit Part A?
FTB Part A is assistance for eligible families raising children, designed to help with the everyday costs of raising kids. It is based primarily on family income and the circumstances of each child in the household, including their age. The amount a family may receive can vary depending on how many children they have and the age bracket each child falls into, with different rate components applying to younger versus older children.
FTB Part B provides additional support on top of Part A and is often most relevant for single-parent households and some lower-income couple families, particularly where one parent earns little or no income. The age of the youngest child in the family plays an important role in determining both eligibility and the rate of payment, with different thresholds applying as children move through different age brackets.
Combined family income — including both the primary and secondary earner where applicable — is tested against income thresholds. As income rises above certain points, the rate of payment generally reduces, and very high incomes may reduce eligibility for one or both parts significantly.
Number of Children
Having more dependent children generally increases the potential combined FTB amount, since each eligible child may attract their own rate component under Part A.
Child Age
Both Part A and Part B use age brackets to determine applicable rates. Younger children and older children are assessed differently, and the age of the youngest child is particularly relevant for Part B.
Care Arrangements
The percentage of time a child is in your care can affect how much FTB you may receive. Shared-care arrangements are generally assessed on a sliding scale based on the actual percentage of care provided.
Residency Requirements
Residency status — such as Australian citizenship, permanent residency, or other eligible visa categories — is assessed as part of determining whether a family meets baseline criteria for either part of the payment.
Family Circumstances
Whether a family is headed by a single parent or a couple, along with other circumstances such as blended families or shared custody, can influence how income testing and care percentages are applied.
Family Tax Benefit is a government payment made up of two parts, Part A and Part B, designed to help eligible families with the cost of raising children.
Part A is based mainly on family income and the number and ages of children. Part B provides additional support, often relevant for single parents and some lower-income couple families, with eligibility influenced by the youngest child's age.
No. This tool is provided by PublicAccess.au, an independent information platform. It is not affiliated with Services Australia, Centrelink, or any government department.
No. It provides a general estimate based on common eligibility indicators. Only Services Australia can confirm official eligibility after a claim is submitted and assessed.
Higher family income generally reduces the potential rate of both Part A and Part B, and very high incomes may reduce eligibility substantially.
Yes. Each eligible child may contribute to the overall Part A amount, so families with more children may see a higher potential combined estimate.
Yes. Different rate components generally apply to younger and older children under Part A, and the youngest child's age is a key factor for Part B.
No. Results are general estimates only and are not guaranteed. Actual entitlement depends on an official assessment by Services Australia.
Yes. The calculator includes a single-parent family type option, which is particularly relevant for estimating potential Part B eligibility.
Official and current Family Tax Benefit criteria are published by Services Australia. Always confirm your specific circumstances directly with their official resources.
For the most accurate and up-to-date eligibility requirements, always verify your circumstances through official government resources:
Services AustraliaCentrelinkMyGov
We strongly encourage you to confirm important details directly with these official sources before making financial or family planning decisions.
Conclusion
This Family Tax Benefit Calculator is designed to help families build a general understanding of potential FTB Part A and Part B eligibility before exploring an official claim. While it offers a useful starting point, it cannot replace an official assessment. We recommend reviewing the full Family Tax Benefit Guide and confirming your circumstances with Services Australia before making any decisions based on your results.
Disclaimer: PublicAccess.au provides independent informational content only and does not provide financial advice, legal advice, taxation advice, migration advice, government services, or official eligibility determinations. Calculator results are estimates only and actual eligibility depends on official assessment criteria.