All Western Australian school students in Kindergarten to Year 12, with a valid WA student number, are eligible for this cost-of-living payment.
You can claim $250 for each secondary student and $150 for students attending primary school or Kindergarten.
The payment will be available through the ServiceWA app, with parents and carers encouraged to set up or update their ServiceWA account and have an active Digital ID.
Claims open on Monday 20 July 2026 and all claims must be received by Friday 25 September 2026.
Eligibility
Eligible students must be enrolled in Kindergarten to Year 12 at a Western Australian public school, non-government school or registered for home schooling and have a valid WA student number (WASN).
How to claim
Get ready to access the WA Student Assistance Payment by setting up your ServiceWA app and logging in with your Digital ID (myID) on ServiceWA. More information about setting up the app and step-by-step instructional videos are available on wa.gov.au/servicewaapp
What you need
The WA student number (WASN) for each student. This 8-digit number is sometimes called a SCSA or student number. This number can be found on school reports, including previous NAPLAN results. It may also be on a secondary student's SmartRider.
The name at time of enrolment, date of birth, school name, and year level of each student you are claiming for.
The bank account details where the payment will be deposited.
If you're having trouble claiming the WA Student Assistance Payment, please let me know by filling out the form below.
