NDIS Eligibility

Who is eligible for NDIS?

According to the NDIS website, to be eligible for the National Disability Insurance Scheme, a person must:

• have a permanent disability that significantly affects their ability to participate in everyday activities
• be between 7 and 65 years old when they first enter the NDIS
• be an Australian citizen or hold a permanent visa, or a protected special category visa
• and, live in Australia where the NDIS is available.

Where is the NDIS available?

The NDIS began at a number of trial sites around Australia in July 2013. In mid 2016 it started to be gradually rolled out across the rest of the country, in stages. In some states and territories, the scheme will be rolled out one area at a time, while in others it will be rolled out in age groups. To find out when it will be available in your area, visit ndis.gov.au or call 1800 800 110.

Source: ndis.gov.au