2026 Anzac Day payments and office closures
When you'll be paid and when we're open.
This year Anzac Day is on 25 April and will be observed on Monday 27 April.
Payment dates
For Anzac Day, the only payment change is as follows:
| If you normally get paid on: | You'll be paid on: |
| Tuesday 28 April 2026 | Saturday 25 April 2026 |
Processing times may vary depending on which bank you're with.
Declaring income
If you declare your income regularly, you need to declare your income before 10pm on Thursday 23 April 2026.
Our offices and contact centres
Our service centres will be closed on Monday 27 April.
Our contact centres will be closed on Saturday 25 April and Monday 27 April.
Service Express
Service Express is our 24/7 automated phone line. You can use it to find out about your payments and debts, check appointment details, and change your payment card PIN.
Our online services
You can use MyMSD at any time, including public holidays. MyMSD is our online service where you can apply and manage your information online.
You can use it to do things like:
- apply for a food grant and dental costs
- declare your wages
- tell us about a change in address, phone or accommodation costs
- view your payment details
- tell us about overseas travel.