Apply for CAPS relocation and rental assistance

Introduction

Relocation and rental assistance is available through the Continuing Apprentices/Trainees Placement Scheme (CAPS) to unemployed apprentices who:

• find a new employer in NSW 
• need to relocate more than 60 kms in order to continue the apprenticeship.

How it works

• The relocation allowance is a payment to reimburse your out-of-pocket expenses for the cost of moving house.
• The rental allowance is not paid until after your new training contract has been approved and registered. It covers the costs of a rental bond (equivalent to a maximum of 4 weeks of rent) plus 2 weeks rent.
• For more detailed information visit Travel, accommodation and relocation assistance packages for apprentices.

Eligibility

To be eligible you must:

• have registered with CAPS
• be unemployed and recommencing your apprenticeship with a new employer through CAPS
• submit your claims within 6 months of the start of your new training contract or placement with your new host employer
• have been registered in NSW as an apprentice or new entrant trainee under the Apprenticeship and Traineeship Act 2001
• be relocating more than 60 kms from your previous place of residence in order to continue your apprenticeship.

What you need

To apply for CAPS relocation and rental assistance you need:

• the PDF form – 'CAPS relocation and rental assistance application'
• a copy of your rental lease
• receipts for costs you have paid relating to your relocation such as:
  • removalist costs
  • petrol for travel on the relocation day(s)
  • bus or rail tickets
  • bond and 2 weeks of rental payments 
• your bank account details for payment.

How to apply

1. Select the 'Download PDF form' button.
2. Complete the form.
3. Gather your supporting documentation.
4. Lodge your application using the details on the form.