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Does the amount of Blind Pension change if my spouse or partner is also blind or is getting another social welfare payment?

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No, if you are married or are living with your partner as husband and wife and you both qualify for Blind Pension, you will each receive a personal rate of Blind Pension.

If you qualify for Blind Pension and your spouse or partner is getting another social welfare payment, you will each receive personal rates of your respective payments. The same applies if your spouse or partner is blind and you are receiving another social welfare payment.

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