Child Disability Payment decision making guide

Circumstances when an application may be made

There are several circumstances when an individual can make an application for CDP. These include when an individual:

  • is making their first application
  • has previously unsuccessfully applied and has decided to apply again.

In relation to the above examples, a determination must be made where an individual submits a full application. A determination without application is a new determination of entitlement that replaces an earlier determination.

There are some circumstances when an application is not required. This may be the case when an individual is waiting for a determination on an existing application and contacts us to update it.

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