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Post by anotherdsp on Jan 2, 2019 17:55:19 GMT 7
mayb doin multiple 13 weeks unpaid trips might raise a few eyebrows at a guess?
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Post by viper1431 on Jul 4, 2022 16:31:41 GMT 7
Just a quick question, for clarification. I left Aus on April 19, got the letter about suspension on may17 I think, so the 13 weeks I'm allowed to stay starts on the 17th of May right?, meaning I should be ok until August? . I'm having a pain of a time trying to phone them from here in the province. Cheers
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Post by bear on Jul 4, 2022 18:14:28 GMT 7
Better someone who's done it tells you for sure viper1431 . My understanding is it's the allowable 28 days plus 13 weeks, so by my calculations if that's the correct formula, you'll need to be back in Oz before midnight on 16th August to avoid DSP cancellation. If it's thirteen weeks total, you need to get your skates on because you'll need to be back by July 19th. Below is the list of free call numbers to CIS from OS. I'm in Thailand, using AIS and direct dial the highlighted number below. I know for a fact it's 100% cost free as I've done the experiment. Calling at 4.00-5.00 am local Thai time will likely get a quick response as they'll have just started work!! Office hours are 8.00 am to 5.00 pm Mon-Fri Aust Eastern Time. How that works with DST(daylight saving time) is above my pay grade!! Cheers 🐻 Scroll down to find the number on the list, alternatively this is the listed number:- 0018006114136www.servicesaustralia.gov.au/phone-us?context=26266#international
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Post by bear on Jul 5, 2022 17:05:04 GMT 7
Further to my last post viper1431 . You are definitely ok to not be cancelled if you get back pre midnight on 16th August. Furthermore; I've found info in the closed forum that indicates should you be flush with cash, after your first payment upon return, the 13 weeks suspension period resets. This means you can go on multiple 13 week unpaid trips per year. Though if going for a total time of more than 180 days every year, there would definitely be a major risk for you of being pulled in for a residency breach and therefore almost certain cancellation. If you report your travel movements, ask Centrelink to clarify the above, because there is certainly anecdotal evidence on the forum that this is not only possible, but that it is also legal. Cheers 🐻
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Post by viper1431 on Jul 8, 2022 9:52:02 GMT 7
Thanks for the info, greatly appreciated.
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Post by lee123 on Nov 2, 2022 9:20:14 GMT 7
Hello everyone, This is my first post. From when I spoke to Centrelink in 2019, I understood it as 90 days international travel within a 12 month period:
28 days paid + 62 unpaid = 90 days
A year ago, when someone called them, they just said 28 days paid but didn’t get an answer on what happens when someone returns after the 28 days or goes over the 28 days. Even the 90 days that I mentioned, I understood it that if someone went over, the DSP would be cancelled and one would have to reapply.
My apologies if this topic has been discussed too much. I couldn’t find anything online except from this forum. Your contributions are much appreciated.
Lee
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Post by bear on Nov 2, 2022 11:09:12 GMT 7
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Post by lee123 on Nov 3, 2022 9:13:42 GMT 7
Thank you for the welcome. “ From 1 January 2015, DSP recipients (not granted indefinite portability) can generally only be paid for 4 weeks, in a rolling 12-month period, for a temporary absence. DSP recipients who exceed the 4-week temporary portability period, without a discretionary extension or additional portability period, will have their payment suspended. If their DSP has been suspended, it can be restored once they return to Australia without needing a new claim. If they remain outside Australia more than 13 weeks from the date of suspension, their payment will be cancelled and they will need to reclaim the payment on return to Australia.” Is this still how it works?
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Post by bear on Nov 3, 2022 14:08:20 GMT 7
As far as we're aware that's still how it still works lee123 . Notification of travel is a mandatory requirement. Once again how you do that depends on payment type. Some can notify online through the MyGov menu. Last time I checked DSPers could not because of the complicated rules, so we think the best way is to call Centrelink International Services (CIS) on 131673. Before you complete the call, ask them for a letter outlining your travel, a receipt for the call and to confirm the extra 13 week unpaid before suspension ruling. They are based in Hobart and calling at opening time shouldn't see much of a wait. All the best in your endeavours; cheers 🐻 The official link is below; our recommendation is outlined above. www.servicesaustralia.gov.au/payments-while-outside-australia?context=21986
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Post by lee123 on Nov 3, 2022 17:44:46 GMT 7
As far as we're aware that's still how it still works lee123 . Notification of travel is a mandatory requirement. Once again how you do that depends on payment type. Some can notify online through the MyGov menu. Last time I checked DSPers could not because of the complicated rules, so we think the best way is to call Centrelink International Services (CIS) on 131673. Before you complete the call, ask them for a letter outlining your travel, a receipt for the call and to confirm the extra 13 week unpaid before suspension ruling. They are based in Hobart and calling at opening time shouldn't see much of a wait. All the best in your endeavours; cheers 🐻 The official link is below; our recommendation is outlined above. www.servicesaustralia.gov.au/payments-while-outside-australia?context=21986Thank you Bear for taking the time to address my questions 🙏 If anyone else has anything to add, I’d appreciate that too 🌺
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