How to Request an NDIS Plan Review (Change of Circumstances)
How to request an NDIS plan review when your circumstances change: what counts, the form to use, what evidence to send, timeframes and next steps.
If your situation has changed and your current plan no longer fits, you can ask the NDIA to look at it again. This is often called a "change of circumstances" request, and the formal step is to request an NDIS plan review (now usually called a plan reassessment). You do this by telling the NDIA in writing, explaining what has changed, and sending evidence that shows why your supports need to…
Quick answer: how to request an NDIS plan review
Plan review or plan reassessment — what's the right word?
What counts as a 'change of circumstances'?
Before you ask: is a full reassessment what you actually need?
Step by step: how to lodge the request
What to write and what to include
How long does it take, and what happens next?
If the NDIA says no to reassessing
How the current reforms affect plan reassessments
Common pitfalls to avoid
Where to get help and what to do next
Frequently asked questions
Can I request a plan review at any time, or do I have to wait until my plan ends?
You can request a review at any time if your circumstances have genuinely changed — you do not have to wait for your plan to end. You lodge a change of circumstances request explaining what is different and why your support needs have changed. If your plan is simply nearing its end date, the NDIA…
What's the difference between a plan review and an appeal?
A plan review (now called a reassessment) is when the NDIA looks at your whole plan again, often because your circumstances changed, and creates a new plan. An appeal — formally an internal review of a decision — is when you challenge a specific decision you think is wrong, such as a support being…
What evidence should I include with my request?
Include documents that show what changed and how it affects your daily support needs — for example a letter from your GP or specialist, a report from an allied health professional like an occupational therapist, quotes for equipment, or a written statement describing daily impact. Link each piece of…
Will requesting a review put my current funding at risk?
Requesting a reassessment does not pause or cancel your existing plan — your current supports keep running while the NDIA considers your request. Do keep in mind that a reassessment reopens your whole plan, not just the part you raised, so it is worth making sure your overall evidence is up to date.…
How long will the NDIA take to respond?
The NDIA works to timeframes set in the NDIS rules, but real waiting times vary with demand, and the reforms may change some steps. Ask the NDIA what timeframe applies when you lodge your request, keep a dated copy of what you sent, and follow up on 1800 800 110 if you have not heard back. A support…
Related guides
- How to Appeal an NDIS Decision: Internal Review and the ART
- Building Evidence to Support Your NDIS Plan
- Allied Health Reports for the NDIS: Getting Reports That Actually Help Your Plan
- NDIS Plan Reviews and Reassessments Explained
- How to Prepare for Your NDIS Plan Reassessment
- NDIS Plan Cut: What to Do If Your Plan Is Cut or Changed