What Is the Claiming Financial Hardship For Statewide Super Form?

The Claiming Financial Hardship For Statewide Super form helps Marketlink account holders access their superannuation before retirement. This is permitted under severe financial hardship conditions set by Commonwealth Government legislation.

Two claim types are available. Claim Type 1 is for members who have received eligible Commonwealth income support for at least 26 consecutive weeks and cannot meet basic living expenses. The maximum release under Claim Type 1 is $10,000. Claim Type 2 is for members aged 55 or over who have received income support for at least 39 weeks since turning 55, with no need to prove financial hardship.

To apply, you will need your Centrelink Customer Reference Number (CRN). You must also list your income, assets and monthly expenses on the form. The fund reviews your application against the eligibility criteria before releasing any funds.

For guidance not covered under financial hardship, the Department of Human Services may provide additional support. Statewide Super recommends seeking independent financial advice before accessing your superannuation early.

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Form NameClaiming Financial Hardship For Statewide Super Form
Form Length10 pages
Fillable?No
Fillable fields0
Avg. time to fill out2 min 30 sec
Other namesstatewide super withdrawal form, application hardship statewide, hardship claim form statewide super, early release of superannuation application form

How to Edit Claiming Financial Hardship For Statewide Super Form Online for Free

Statewide Super Marketlink members facing financial hardship can complete this form online using our PDF editor. No software installation is required. The tool runs directly in your browser and keeps your data secure.

Who is eligible to claim

  • Claim Type 1 – Severe financial hardship: You have received eligible Commonwealth income support for at least 26 consecutive weeks and are unable to meet basic living expenses. The maximum release is $10,000.
  • Claim Type 2 – Access at age 55 and over: You are aged 55 or over and have received Commonwealth income support for at least 39 weeks since turning 55. You do not need to prove financial hardship for this claim type.

Before you begin, have your Centrelink Customer Reference Number (CRN) ready. You will also need records of your income, assets and monthly expenses.

How to fill out the statewide super hardship withdrawal form

Step 1: Click the "Get Form" button at the top of this page to open the PDF editor. You will find all the tools needed to complete, edit and sign your form.

Step 2: Begin by filling in the first section of the form. Enter your personal details, member number and Centrelink CRN. These fields confirm your identity and income support status.

Filling in section 1 of the Statewide Super financial hardship claiming form

The second section covers your dependants. List the full name, relationship and age of each financial dependant.

Completing the dependants section of the Statewide Super hardship claim form

Step 3: In the claim details section, select your claim type. If applying under Claim Type 1, confirm how long you have received income support and enter the amount you wish to claim. If claiming under Claim Type 2, confirm you have reached age 55 and the required support period.

Claim type and claim details section of the Statewide Super hardship form

Step 4: Complete the income section. List all income sources for yourself and your spouse, including wages, Commonwealth income support and bank interest. Add these to reach your total income figure.

Income and total assets section of the Statewide Super financial hardship claim

Step 5: List your monthly living expenses in detail. Include rent or mortgage repayments, food and household items, utilities, transport, medical and insurance costs. This helps the fund assess whether you meet the financial hardship criteria.

Monthly expenses section of the Statewide Super financial hardship claiming form

Step 6: Review all sections, then click "Done" to save your completed PDF. You can download or print it at any time. FormsPal does not store or share your personal information.

For related hardship forms, see the Hardship Withdrawal Request form and the Application for Financial Assistance form. Members who need medical documentation may also need the Centrelink Medical Certificate form.