Car Loans on Centrelink
Getting a car loan on Centrelink may be easier than you think. We could help get your car loan approved.
We could help get your loan application* approved, quickly and easily1. Apply now with no extra marks on your credit file!
Car Finance on Centrelink* is also available1.
Centrelink Home Loans* are also possible with our help1.
* Rapid Finance is not affiliated with Centrelink or Services Australia, but may be able to assist those in receipt of Centrelink benefits.
1 - Approval is subject to an applicant's overall profile. Your application will undergo a credit check, but only at the final stage, if we have found a lender looking to accept your application.
A Centrelink loan is a personal loan designed to help individuals receiving government benefits get access to loans easily when compared to applying via banks and other mainstream lenders. These loans are specifically tailored to cater to the unique circumstances of those on government support as part or 100% of their income. Rapid Finance, a finance broker with over 20 years of experience, could help you find the right loan to suit your situation.
With security, loans can also be used to cover part or all of the costs, when buying a car on Centrelink or other vehicle.
* Rapid Finance is not affiliated with Services Australia, but may be able to assist those in receipt of government benefits. Approval is subject to an applicant's overall profile.
Eligibility: To qualify for a loan on benefits, you must be receiving regular payments from Centrelink. Accepted benefits include Family Tax Benefits, Parenting Payments, Disability Pension (DSP), and Carer's Pension.
Loan Amounts: Rapid Finance could help get you approved for personal loans on benefits over $10,000. The amount you could borrow will depend on your financial situation and lender criteria.
For loan amounts under $10,000, we might send your application to a specialist lender based on your needs. For car loans on Centrelink, higher loan amounts are possible, as the vehicle is used as security on the loan. Home loans on Centrelink are also available, depending on affordability.
Repayment Terms: Loan terms vary, but generally range from 2 to 5 years for personal loans and up to 7 years for car loans. We set up these terms to fit your budget and financial circumstances when you receive benefits.
Interest Rates: Interest rates on loans can vary. Rapid Finance works with a large lending panel. This includes specialists who know the needs of applicants on benefits and can offer suitable loan options.
Application Process: The application process is straightforward. You need to provide identification and proof of income. This includes your Centrelink income statement, payslips, and a 90-day bank statement history. Rapid Finance aims to provide an approval decision within 24 to 48 hours after you submit all documents.
Use of Funds: They can help with many things. You can use them for emergency medical expenses, car repairs, home improvements, travel expenses, holidays, weddings, and other special occasions, car loans, household bills, or other urgent needs. In some cases, home loans are also possible.
At Rapid Finance, we understand the unique challenges faced by individuals receiving Centrelink benefits. We offer a personalised and tailored service to help you find the right loan solution. Our finance experts will help you every step of the way. We will assist you from application to approval, making sure you get the support you require.
Rapid Finance has over 20 years of experience. We have excellent customer service ratings. We are committed to helping you get your application on Centrelink approved.
Start your application today. Fill out the “Free Financial Assessment” form at the top of this page. You can also call us at 1300 467 274 to get started.
To qualify for a loan with us on benefits, you must be an Australian citizen or permanent resident. You also need to be at least 18 years old.
Additionally, you must earn over $700 per week from income or benefits. This is necessary to qualify for over $10,000 through Rapid Finance. Additionally, you should have zero recent unpaid defaults and generally under five recent dishonours.
Rapid Finance aims to provide an approval decision within 24 to 48 hours. This after receiving your complete application and any other necessary documents.
Not necessarily, although it could make your application stronger. You can apply for a loan on Centrelink as a single applicant, but approval depends on your income, expenses, and ability to repay the loan. A joint application with a partner or co-borrower may improve your chances of approval, especially if they have additional income from work, either full or part time. However, it's not always required.
Yes, it is possible to apply for a Centrelink loan if you are self-employed and receive benefits. Provided you meet the general eligibility criteria.
Rapid Finance specialises in helping individuals in unique employment situations secure the loans they need.
Also see our self-employed car loans page.
If you are struggling to make your loan repayments, it is important to contact your lender as soon as possible. They can help you explore options such as adjusting your repayment schedule or finding alternative solutions.
Lenders typically schedule repayments to align with your Centrelink payment cycle. Ensuring that they fit within your budget and financial circumstances.
Rapid Finance offers a free credit check report and could help you see bad marks from your credit file.
Over time, with our guidance, you could remove these bad marks to improve your credit profile. This could help make it easier for you to qualify for loans in the future.
Yes, it is possible. You could apply for a loan on Centrelink even if you have bad credit.
Rapid Finance is a broker with over 20 years of experience. We help customers with bad credit find loans.
We work with a large lending panel, including some specialist lenders who accept bad credit or other financial issues.
Yes, it is possible. Rapid Finance could help with car loans on Centrelink. The loan amounts typically range from $10,000 to $50,000 on Centrelink. However with a working partner, loan amounts up to $200,000 are possible, depending on your financial situation and lender criteria.
Yes, in most cases. You can use your loan for various purposes. Such as emergency medical expenses, car repairs, household bills, or other urgent needs. However, lenders' responsible lending guidelines restrict the use of funds for things such as gambling.
Not every application has a 'hard' credit check. At Rapid Finance, we can view your credit file, without impacting on it.
Your application will undergo a credit check, but only at the final stage. That is, if we have found a lender looking to accept your application.
However, Rapid Finance offers a free credit check report with no mark on your credit file. We could help you improve your credit profile over time.
When applying for a loan on benefits, you will need to provide the following.
Other documents or proof may be required, depending on the loan product selected.
The amount you could borrow varies depending on your financial situation and the lender's criteria. Rapid Finance could help you with personal loans over $10,000. For loans under $10,000, we may refer you to a partner lender, who is willing to consider your application.
Yes, you can apply for a loan if your income comes only from Centrelink benefits. You must meet the eligibility criteria. This includes receiving more than $700 per week for loans over $10,000.
You also need to have no recent unpaid defaults. If your income from Services Australia is under $700 per week, we may still be able to help. We may refer you to a lender who specialises in smaller loans under $10,000.
Yes, we do not accept benefits such as Youth Allowance, Jobseeker Payment, and Aged Pension for loan applications.
Accepted Centrelink benefits include Family Tax Benefits, Parenting Payments, Disability Pension (DSP), and Carer's Pension.
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