Family Tax Benefit Rates 2026
Family Tax Benefit (FTB) helps eligible families with the cost of raising children. It is made up of two parts: FTB Part A (based on the number of children and family income) and FTB Part B (for single-income families or single parents). From 1 July 2025, FTB Part A for a child under 13 is up to $222.04 per fortnight per child.
Current Family Tax Benefit Rates
| Situation | Per Fortnight | Per Year |
|---|---|---|
FTB Part A — per child under 13 (maximum) Maximum rate for child under 13. Reduces with family income above $57,826/year. Effective 1 July 2025. | $222.04 | $5,773 |
FTB Part A — per child 13–15 (maximum) Maximum rate for child aged 13–15. | $288.82 | $7,509 |
FTB Part A — per child 16–19 (secondary student) For dependent full-time students aged 16–19. | $288.82 | $7,509 |
FTB Part A — base rate (per child) Minimum rate paid regardless of income (unless income exceeds the higher threshold). | $72.94 | $1,896 |
FTB Part B — youngest child under 5 Per family (not per child). Single parents or couples where secondary earner earns under $5,767/year. | $196.64 | $5,113 |
FTB Part B — youngest child 5–13 Per family. Lower rate when youngest child is school-aged. | $137.04 | $3,563 |
FTB Part B — youngest child 13–18 (secondary student) Per family. For families with a secondary student aged 13–18. | $96.56 | $2,511 |
Rates effective 20 March 2026. Next indexation: 20 September 2026.
Eligibility
You must have a dependent child under 16 years old, or a dependent full-time student aged 16 to 19. You must also meet income tests and residency requirements.
Income Test
FTB Part A reduces by 20c per dollar above $57,826/year until it reaches the base rate. Below $43,217/year, the maximum rate is paid. FTB Part B reduces by 20c per dollar of secondary earner income above $5,767/year.
Eligibility Requirements
- Must have a dependent child under 16, or a full-time student aged 16–19 in your care
- Must be an Australian resident
- FTB Part A: family adjusted taxable income must be below the higher income threshold
- FTB Part B (couples): secondary earner's income must be below $5,767 per year to receive any FTB Part B
- Children must meet immunisation requirements to receive the maximum FTB Part A rate
- Children must have completed required health checks (at 1, 2 and 4 years)
- You must not be in a shared care arrangement that reduces your eligibility
Key Facts at a Glance
About Family Tax Benefit
Family Tax Benefit (FTB) is one of Australia's most widely claimed Centrelink payments, with around 1.3 million families receiving it. It is designed to help with the cost of raising children and is paid in two separate parts with different eligibility criteria.
FTB Part A — per child payment FTB Part A is paid for each eligible child in your family. The amount depends on your family's adjusted taxable income and the age of each child. There are two income thresholds: • Higher income free area: $57,826 per year. Above this, FTB Part A reduces by 20 cents for every dollar over the threshold until it reaches the base rate. • Lower income free area: $43,217 per year. Below this, you receive the maximum rate. • Base rate: $72.94 per fortnight per child. This is the minimum rate (not counting the Newborn Supplement or other supplements).
FTB Part A also includes the Newborn Upfront Payment ($667 one-off) and Newborn Supplement (up to $2,003.82 for the first child) for families with a new baby who are not eligible for Parental Leave Pay.
FTB Part B — family supplement FTB Part B provides extra support for single-income families and single parents. Unlike FTB Part A, it is not paid per child — it is a single amount per family. The rate depends on the age of your youngest child: • Youngest child under 5: $196.64 per fortnight (single parent) or $196.64 (couple, if secondary earner earns under $5,767/year) • Youngest child 5–13: $137.04 per fortnight • Youngest child 13–18 (secondary student): $96.56 per fortnight
End-of-year balancing At the end of each financial year, Centrelink balances your FTB payments against your actual income (as reported in your tax return). If you were paid too much, you will need to repay the difference. If you were paid too little, you will receive a top-up. This is why it is important to keep Centrelink updated with any changes to your income during the year.
Immunisation and health check requirements To receive the maximum rate of FTB Part A, your children must be up to date with their immunisations and have had their required health checks (at 1, 2 and 4 years). If immunisation or health check requirements are not met, your FTB Part A may be reduced.
How to Apply
Claim through myGov. You can claim up to 52 weeks after the birth or adoption of a child. For existing recipients, payments update automatically as your family circumstances change.
- Log in to myGov and link Centrelink
- Select "Make a claim" and choose "Family Tax Benefit"
- Provide details of all children in your care, including their dates of birth
- Provide your family's estimated adjusted taxable income for the financial year
- If you have a partner, they will need to provide their income details
- Provide your bank account details for payment
- Claim within 52 weeks of the birth or adoption — claims cannot be backdated beyond this
- Update Centrelink if your income or family circumstances change during the year
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Family Tax Benefit?
Family Tax Benefit (FTB) is a Centrelink payment to help with the cost of raising children. FTB Part A is paid per child based on family income. FTB Part B provides extra support for single-income families and single parents. Around 1.3 million Australian families receive FTB.
How much is Family Tax Benefit Part A in 2026?
The maximum rate of FTB Part A for a child under 13 is $222.04 per fortnight per child. For a child aged 13–15 or a secondary student aged 16–19, it is $288.82 per fortnight. The base rate (minimum) is $72.94 per fortnight per child. The amount reduces if your family income exceeds $57,826 per year.
How much is Family Tax Benefit Part B in 2026?
FTB Part B is $196.64 per fortnight when your youngest child is under 5, $137.04 when your youngest child is 5–13, and $96.56 when your youngest child is 13–18 (secondary student). These are per-family amounts, not per-child.
Who can get Family Tax Benefit Part B?
FTB Part B is for single-income families (including single parents). Single parents can get FTB Part B regardless of their income. For couples, FTB Part B is available if the secondary earner earns less than $5,767 per year. It is not available to couples where both partners work full-time.
Do I need to claim FTB separately for each child?
No. Your FTB Part A payment covers all eligible children in your family. You receive a single combined payment based on the number and ages of your children. For example, if you have two children under 13, you receive up to $444.08 per fortnight in FTB Part A.
What happens to FTB at end of financial year?
Centrelink balances your FTB payments at the end of the financial year (after you lodge your tax return). If you were paid too much (because your actual income was higher than estimated), you will need to repay the difference. If you were paid too little, you will receive a top-up payment. To minimise overpayments, keep Centrelink updated with any changes to your income during the year.
What are the immunisation requirements for FTB?
To receive the maximum rate of FTB Part A, your children must be up to date with their immunisations on the National Immunisation Program Schedule. If your child is not immunised (and you do not have an approved exemption), your FTB Part A may be reduced by up to $28.28 per fortnight per child. Health check requirements also apply at ages 1, 2 and 4.
Can I receive FTB if I am separated or divorced?
Yes. If you are separated or divorced and your child lives with you, you can claim FTB as a single parent. If you share care of your child with the other parent, FTB is split based on the percentage of care each parent provides. You must have at least 35% care to receive any FTB.
What is the Newborn Supplement?
The Newborn Supplement is an additional payment added to FTB Part A for families with a new baby who are not eligible for Parental Leave Pay. For the first child, the Newborn Supplement is up to $2,003.82 (paid over 13 weeks at up to $154.14/fn). For subsequent children, it is up to $668.35. It is paid automatically if you are eligible.
What is the FTB Part A supplement?
The FTB Part A supplement is an annual top-up payment of up to $916.15 per child, paid after the end of the financial year when you lodge your tax return. It is paid to families whose income is below $80,000 per year. It is separate from the fortnightly FTB Part A payments.
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