NDIS Self-Management

Self-managing your NDIS plan gives you full control over your funding. You choose your providers (registered or not), negotiate pricing, and manage how and when supports are delivered.

Benefits include:
• Greater flexibility and choice
• Ability to hire your own staff or contractors
• Control over your budget and services
• Access to unique or tailored supports

Your responsibilities:
• Pay for approved supports only
• Keep records (receipts/invoices) for 5 years
• Manage payments and claims
• Follow legal obligations if employing staff

Is It Right for You?
Self-management is ideal if you want more independence and are confident
managing budgets and services. You can also combine self-management with
other funding options, depending on your needs.

Plan-Managing Your NDIS Funding

Plan management allows you to choose your providers while a registered Plan
Manager takes care of the financial administration. They pay invoices, keep track
of your spending, and provide you with regular budget reports.

Benefits include:
• Access to both registered and unregistered providers
• Less paperwork and admin – your Plan Manager handles claims and payments
• Help with budgeting and tracking your funds
• No out-of-pocket cost – NDIS covers the Plan Manager’s fees

Your responsibilities:
• Choose and engage your own Plan Manager
• Approve supports and services in line with your plan
• Sign a service agreement with your Plan Manager
• Stay informed about your budget and spending

Is It Right for You?
Plan management is ideal if you want flexibility in choosing providers but prefer
someone else to manage the financial side of your plan. It offers the freedom of
self-management with the support of expert assistance. You can also combine
plan management with other funding options to suit your lifestyle.

NDIA-Managed Your NDIS Funding

With NDIA-managed funding (also known as Agency-managed), the NDIA pays
your registered providers directly and handles all financial administration.

Benefits include:
• No paperwork or claims—you don’t manage invoices or payments
• Bookkeeping and record-keeping handled by NDIA
• Access only to NDIS-registered providers, ensuring quality and compliance
• Track spending easily via my place portal

Your responsibilities:
• Choose and arrange services with registered providers only
• Keep your supports in line with your approved NDIS plan goals
• Monitor your budget and claims through the portal

Is It Right for You?
NDIA-management is ideal if you prefer minimal administrative tasks and want
someone else to handle the financial side. It offers limited flexibility, but
significant ease and reliability. You can also mix this with plan or selfmanagement as part of a hybrid approach.