FTB is claimable while overseas if it's is deemed short term travel (holiday etc) and that your actual place of residency is Australia. things like how long you've been in the country will be noted. your best bet is to make contact with the international team for infomation about your entitlements. there is much more to it than just residency - including your reason for unemployment, any pay outs you've received etc. if you contact them, they can help you out. if you send a message via the message us link on this page Contact us index they will be able to help you by contacting at an appropriate time