The following table shows the rates for reimbursement of FAA where the journey was made by private car. These rates commenced on 1 January 2003.
|
Engine capacity of car WITHOUT rotary engine (cubic centimetres) |
Engine capacity of car WITH rotary engine (cubic centimetres) |
Cents per kilometre |
|
1600 or less |
800 or less |
50.0 |
|
1601 - 2600 |
801 - 1300 |
60.0 |
|
More than 2600 |
More than 1300 |
61.0 |
If the student travelled by taxi, FAA is reimbursed at 63 cents per kilometre.
For other modes of transport, the FAA reimbursement is the cost of the ticket for the mode of transport for which the student was eligible.
Act reference: SSAct section 1061ZAAK(4) Fares allowance for private transport
Policy reference: SS Guide 3.8.9.20 FAA Entitlement, 3.8.9.10 Eligibility for FAA, 3.8.9.60 Payment of FAA
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Last reviewed: 14 May 2003