Cardholder Eligibility
To be eligible to apply for a Companion Card, applicants must meet all of the following criteria:
- Be a permanent resident of Australia
- Have a permanent disability
- Due to the impact of the disability, require lifelong attendant care to be able to participate at most community venues and activities
- For more information on eligibility please refer to the relevant website for your State or Territory.
How to apply for a Companion Card
Companion Card applications are assessed by the state or territory you reside in. To apply for a Companion Card, choose your state or territory from the list below and download the application form. If you wish to receive more information on the application process, please use the contact details provided on your state or territory's Companion Card website.