Is there a time limit for applying?
Yes. You must lodge an application for a second review of a Centrelink decision within 28 days after you receive the first review decision from the Social Services & Child Support Division of the AAT.
What can I do if the time limit has expired?
You can apply to us to extend the time limit to lodge your application. You must apply in writing and include reasons why the application is late. You can do this:
Check our contact details to lodge the application at one of our registries, or send the application by post, email or fax.
What happens after you apply for an extension of time?
We will send a copy of your extension application to Centrelink. They have 14 days to tell us if they oppose the application.
If they do not oppose the application, we will generally make a decision without holding a hearing. If they oppose the application, we will usually hold a hearing before deciding the application. The hearing might be by telephone or in person at an AAT registry.
We will only start the review if we decide to extend the time limit.