Question 1

What is the Family Tax Benefit and who is eligible?

Accepted Answer

Family Tax Benefit (FTB) is a payment from Services Australia to help with the cost of raising children. FTB Part A is paid per child for families with children aged 0-19 (must be a full-time secondary student if 16-19). FTB Part B provides extra support for single parents and families with one main income earner, for children up to age 18.

Question 2

How much is FTB Part A per child in 2025-26?

Accepted Answer

FTB Part A maximum rates for 2025-26 are $222.04 per fortnight per child aged 0-12, and $288.82 per fortnight per child aged 13-19. Payments reduce as family income increases above $62,634 per year. The base rate is $68.46 per fortnight per child.

Question 3

How much is FTB Part B per family in 2025-26?

Accepted Answer

FTB Part B maximum rates for 2025-26 are $188.86 per fortnight when the youngest child is 0-4, and $131.74 per fortnight when the youngest child is 5-18. Single parents have no income test for Part B. For partnered families, the secondary earner has a free area of $6,497 per year before payments reduce.

Question 4

What are the FTB end of year supplements?

Accepted Answer

FTB Part A supplement is $916.15 per child per year, and Part B supplement is $430.70 per family per year. Supplements are paid after you and your partner have lodged your tax returns and your income has been confirmed by the ATO.

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