This definition applies to all payments.
'Qualification' refers to the criteria a customer must meet before payability can be considered.
Qualification criteria differ for all payments and are detailed in Part 3 of this Guide.
Chapter 2 of the Act details qualification for payment of pensions, benefits and allowances.
Policy reference: SS Guide Part 3 Qualification & Payability
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Last reviewed: 19 October 1998