The 12-month transition period for adjusting to the NDIS support lists ends on 2 October 2025.
Since October 2024, the NDIA has supported participants and nominees to understand what they can and can't buy with NDIS funding. The updated definition of NDIS supports separates supports into 2 lists:
- Supports that are NDIS supports - can be purchased with funding
- Supports that are not NDIS supports - cannot be purchased with funding
We want to help people get it right. That's why we gave everyone time to adjust. During the transition period, we didn't raise debts for first or second purchases of items that were not NDIS Supports, where the purchase was under $1,500.
From 3 October 2025, if you use your funding to buy something that isn't an NDIS support, you may need to pay the money back. Even if it costs less than $1,500.
We're putting more resources into helping people understand the rules before payments are made. If something doesn't look right, we'll check it manually and talk to you first.
We follow a fair process before raising a debt. We look at the situation, and we consider your circumstances. You can ask for a review, waiver, or write-off if needed.
If a debt is raised, your situation is assessed, and your personal circumstances are considered. Payment plan options are available to help manage repayments in a way that suits your individual needs. Support is provided to help you understand the available repayment options and choose the approach that works best for you.
To make the most of your plan, spend only on items and services listed as NDIS supports.
We will keep sharing information to help you feel confident using your funding.
