The government of Singapore, in 2025, still provides households with various assistance for their daily expenses, in the form of targeted relief. Among the most important measures are CDC Vouchers, U-Save rebates, cash payouts, etc. that serve to mitigate the effect of the high cost of living.
At the moment, when food, utilities, and transportation are all expensive, these supports are very useful. A number of households are under financial strain, and these direct aids give them a bit of financial relief without having to go through the hassle of applying.
CDC Vouchers for Everyone
Every household in Singapore will receive CDC Vouchers of S$800 in total this year. S$500 was given in May comprising of half for supermarkets and the other half for hawkers and heartland merchants.
The rest of the S$300 will be given in the first half of 2026 and it will be a win-win situation for the local businesses as they will be supported while the customers will be helped to buy groceries.
U-Save Rebates for HDB Homes
HDB families will receive an U-Save rebate that has been enhanced and it will total S$760 in 2025. These rebates will be disbursed quarterly and will be reducing electricity and gas bills directly.
The smaller flats will be getting more benefit which means that the low-income families will be the biggest beneficiaries.
Assurance Package Cash Payout
Around 3 million adults will get S$100 to S$600 of cash during December 2025. The sum is bigger for lower- and middle-income people.
The cash directly received can be used for any purposes that may be needed at the end of the year, be it gifts or payments of bills.
GST Voucher Cash and MediSave
People with low income received cash up to S$850 in August. The elderly got additional MediSave top-ups up to S$450.
These not only reduce the GST burden or support health expenses but also do a combination of both.
Other Helpful Measures
LifeSG credits (S$500 per child under 13) make things easier for families. ComCare and similar programs offer specific assistance to those in need.
Key Relief Measures in 2025
The following is a brief summary of the significant supports provided:
| Measure | Amount/Benefit | Who Gets It | When |
|---|---|---|---|
| CDC Vouchers | S$800 per household | All Singaporean households | S$500 in May, S$300 in 2026 |
| U-Save Rebates | Up to S$760 yearly | Eligible HDB households | Quarterly |
| Assurance Package Cash | S$100–S$600 | Adults 21+, income/property tiers | December |
| GST Voucher Cash | Up to S$850 | Lower/middle-income adults | August |
| GSTV MediSave Top-up | Up to S$450 | Seniors 65+ | August |
| LifeSG Credits (per child) | S$500 | Families with kids ≤12 | Throughout year |
How to Get Them
Most of them are automatic. Link PayNow-NRIC for the quickest credits. Use Singpass to verify eligibility on govbenefits.gov.sg.
Singapore has a unique combination of cost-of-living relief in 2025, mixing up vouchers, rebates, and cash to support, thus, making life easier for millions in the country effectively, relieving the burden on their daily budgets.
Using your Singpass, check out govbenefits.gov.sg to find out your personal benefits and how to update your details. Take advantage of these measures for a more convenient year ahead!