Ndis Transport Funding Explained (2023)

The NDIS transport funding is majorly outlined in two ways: General Transport Support and Activity-Based Transport.

Activity-Based transport costs can arise from delivering both CORE (personal care) and CAPACITY BUILDING supports (social, therapeutic supports, etc.).

This resource addresses key questions, including:

How do I claim travel expenses?
What about a support worker’s additional costs like parking, tolls, and petrol?
How much can a support worker claim for additional transport costs?
When can an NDIS support provider charge you for travel?
How do I submit a travel claim in the MyPlace Portal?
What transport costs can’t be claimed from my NDIS Plan?

1. NDIS General Transport Supports

Travel funding is for participants unable to use public transport due to their disability. It covers transportation by providers (support worker, taxi, Uber) for activities like work or appointments. This can’t be paid to family members. The amount depends on your situation. Self-managed participants get a transport allowance every 2 weeks from the CORE budget.

2. NDIS Activity-Based Transport

Providers may need to travel to deliver services or for you to access services. Examples include support worker transportation during community outings. The time spent transporting can be claimed at the agreed hourly rate. Extra ‘non-labor’ costs like tolls and parking can be claimed from community participation support funding in your plan.

Additional Transport Costs

The amount paid to a provider isn’t fixed, but the NDIS provides guidance on what’s reasonable:

Up to $0.85 per km for vehicles not modified for accessibility.
Up to $2.40 per km for modified vehicles or buses.
Other transport-associated costs up to the full amount.

Charging for Travel

Providers can claim travel costs when:

The NDIS Support Catalogue includes travel costs.
Your service agreement specifies travel cost claims.
The provider pays the worker for travel time or is a sole trader traveling from/to their usual place of work.

Charging Amounts

Providers can claim travel time based on the MMM area (30/60 minutes). For Capacity Building supports, providers can claim travel time to/from appointments, including return travel.

Transport Costs Not Covered

Doctor’s appointments, visiting friends, and independent travel (e.g., public transport for events) can’t be claimed. SLES support providers can’t charge for Activity Based Transport related to support delivery.

Remember, understanding the NDIS transport funding costs helps you make the most of your plan’s resources and support options.

Conclusion

By understanding claimable expenses, provider charges, and exceptions, you’re poised to make savvy decisions that optimize your plan’s advantages. So, whether you’re charting your course to appointments or planning outings, this understanding ensures you’re on the right track for a seamless and efficient journey within the NDIS framework.