Eligibility Checklist
The NDIS provides an initial Eligibility Checklist. Click the link to begin the process and determine if you may be eligible.
Application
To initiate an access request, either dial the NDIS directly at 1800 800 110 or fill out the Access Request Form and send it via email NAT@ndis.gov.au.
Access the Access Request Form here.
Prior to submitting the Access Request Form, ensure you collect necessary supporting documentation.
Supporting Documents
- Age Verification – Confirmation of the applicant’s age can be demonstrated through:
- Birth Certificate
- Current Passport
- Proof of Age Card
- Driver’s License
2. Residency Verification – Provide documentation to confirm residency including:
- For Centrelink Customers: Consent by selecting “Yes” on page 6 of the Access Request Form
- Birth Certificate
- Australian Citizenship or Naturalisation Certificate
- Foreign Passport or Travel Document with a valid Australian Permanent Residency Visa or Protected Special Category Visa
3. Disability or Early Intervention Need Confirmation –
Provide evidence to confirm disability or early intervention need such as:
- Copies of existing reports, assessments or letters
- Section 2 of the Access Request Form can be completed by a health professional
For further guidance on acceptable evidence of disability, refer to:
Link to the NDIS website detailing evidence requirements
Remember to take your time and seek assistance from your health professional as needed, as providing comprehensive information is crucial.
Achieving Success with your Application and Preparing for the plan meeting
Once your NDIS application is approved and you’re scheduled for a planning meeting, it’s important to get ready:
Deciding How Your Funding Will Work
You have three choices for managing your funding:
- Let the NDIS handle it (Agency Managed)
- Manage it yourself (Self-Managed)
- Have someone else manage it for you (Plan Managed)
Choosing Plan Management
If you want someone else to handle your funding, ask for Plan Management during your planning meeting. This falls under Improved Life Choices (CB Choice & Control).
Considering Support Coordination
You might find it helpful to get support coordination funding
What Support Coordinators Do?
A support coordinator helps you understand and use the supports in your plan. They also connect you with community services and help you build skills and make decisions.
Your support coordinator will help with things like arranging services, managing your budget, and planning for the future.
Other Important Things to Talk About at Your Planning Meeting
While your NDIS plan is flexible, some services need specific approval before you can use your funding for them. It’s important to discuss these services during your planning meeting if you need them. Once approved, the NDIS will provide funding for them. These services include things like:
- Getting meals delivered (but not the ingredients)
- Help with laundry
- Special driving lessons
- Support from a live-in carer
- Overnight monitoring
- Special transportation