Mandatory SIL Provider Registration from 1 July 2026: What It Means for Participants and Coordinators

If you’re supporting participants who receive Supported Independent Living (SIL), here’s an important change to be aware of. From 1 July 2026, all SIL providers must be NDIS registered. Then, from 1 October 2026, plan managers must reject SIL invoices from providers that aren’t registered and haven’t applied for registration.

If any of your participants currently receive SIL supports from an unregistered provider, now is the time to check their registration status and plan ahead to avoid disruptions to their supports.

What’s changing?

Several changes came into effect from 1 July 2026:

• Mandatory NDIS registration now applies to all SIL providers and NDIS digital platform providers.
• A new registration group, 0138 – Assistance with Supported Independent Living, has replaced the previous SIL registration group.
• The new SIL Supplementary Module became part of the NDIS Practice Standards, introducing additional quality and safeguarding requirements for SIL providers.

From 1 October 2026:

• Plan managers must reject SIL invoices from providers that aren’t registered and haven’t applied for registration.
• Providers that haven’t applied for registration can only claim for SIL supports delivered up to 30 September 2026.

What this means for Support Coordinators

If you’re supporting a participant who already receives SIL, it’s worth confirming that their provider is registered with the NDIS Commission. You can check directly with the provider or search the NDIS Provider Register.

For participants looking to move into SIL, registration status should now be one of the first things you check. Choosing a registered provider helps ensure supports can continue without unnecessary interruptions and gives participants confidence they’re receiving services that meet the latest NDIS quality and safeguarding requirements.

Where Aspire Hub stands

Aspire Hub is a registered NDIS provider delivering Supported Independent Living across Queensland and Western Australia.

Our SIL services are delivered in line with current NDIS registration requirements and applicable Practice Standards, giving participants, families and Support Coordinators confidence that supports meet the required regulatory framework.

Frequently asked questions

Do SIL providers have to be NDIS registered now?

Yes. From 1 July 2026, all providers delivering Supported Independent Living must be registered with the NDIS Commission.

What happens if a SIL provider isn’t registered?

From 1 October 2026, plan managers must reject invoices from SIL providers that aren’t registered and haven’t applied for registration. Providers that haven’t applied can only claim for supports delivered up to 30 September 2026.

How do I check if a provider is registered?

You can search the NDIS Provider Register or ask the provider to confirm their registration details.

Need help?

If you’re unsure about a participant’s current SIL provider or you’re looking for a registered SIL provider for a new referral, our team is here to help. Get in touch to discuss your participant’s needs and explore the available options.