The government of Singapore has officially rolled out the CDC Voucher Scheme 2025 to help households manage rising living expenses. Every Singaporean household will receive a total of S$800 in vouchers throughout the year, providing practical financial relief for daily essentials such as food, groceries, and household supplies. These digital vouchers can be used across thousands of participating merchants, to support families while also boosting neighbourhood businesses.
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Details of the S$800 Voucher Distribution
The support will arrive in two phases so that families can benefit throughout the year. The first S$300 tranche becomes available from January 3, 2025, followed by the second S$500 tranche on May 13, 2025. This initiative builds upon earlier assistance provided under Budget 2024, continuing the government’s pledge to cushion rising costs for all residents.
| Tranche | Total Amount | For Hawkers & Heartland Merchants | For Supermarkets | Claim Start Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January 2025 | S$300 | S$150 | S$150 | January 3, 2025 |
| May 2025 | S$500 | S$250 | S$250 | May 13, 2025 |
Under the split structure, half of each tranche must be spent at hawker centres, wet markets, neighbourhood shops, and small grocers. The remaining half can be used at supermarkets such as FairPrice, Cold Storage, Sheng Siong, and other participating outlets.
Eligibility Criteria
The eligibility criteria have been kept simple so that no household is left out. Every Singaporean household is automatically eligible, and there are no age, income, or employment requirements to receive the vouchers. Even Singaporeans living abroad can appoint someone in the country to redeem vouchers on their behalf.
| Eligibility Requirement | Condition |
|---|---|
| Household Status | Must be a Singaporean household |
| Income Criteria | None |
| Age Limit | None |
| Claim Method | SingPass login or in-person at Community Centre |
| Overseas Claim Support | SingPass login or in-person at the Community Centre |
Residents can redeem vouchers within minutes by logging in with SingPass at the official portal. Those who prefer in-person support can visit their nearest Community Centre with identification documents. For convenience at checkout, households can link vouchers to their bank card or payment platform to automatically offset spending.
Where and How to Spend CDC Vouchers
The vouchers are designed to serve two purposes: helping families manage their daily costs and encouraging spending at local businesses. With more than 20,000 participating merchants nationwide, using the vouchers is effortless.
| Spending Category | Examples of Merchants |
|---|---|
| Hawkers & Heartland Shops | Hawker centres, wet markets, neighbourhood groceries, minimarts |
| Supermarkets | FairPrice, FairPrice Xtra, Cold Storage, Sheng Siong, Giant |
| Accepted Across | Island-wide stalls and retailers |
Using the vouchers requires no special mobile app. Households only need to show the QR code at the payment counter for the amount to be deducted. Whether it is buying market vegetables, enjoying a meal at a hawker centre, or purchasing rice and groceries at supermarkets, the scheme ensures that the support goes directly to daily essentials.
Important Deadlines: Claim and Use Vouchers Early
There is a strict expiry timeline. Any vouchers not claimed before November 5, 2025, cannot be redeemed later. In addition, all CDC vouchers must be used by the end of 2025. To avoid missing out, households are encouraged to claim their vouchers as soon as possible and plan their spending gradually across the year.
| Key Action | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Claim vouchers | November 5, 2025 |
| Spend vouchers | December 31, 2025 |
Community Centres are already seeing more walk-ins, especially among seniors who require assistance with digital services. The CDC Voucher Scheme is more than just financial relief — it also helps strengthen neighbourhood bonds and support local businesses that many families rely on.
Final Takeaway
The CDC Voucher Scheme 2025 is one of Singapore’s most practical cost-of-living support initiatives, offering direct relief for essentials while directing spending to local stalls and community merchants. With S$800 available for every household, the benefit is significant and easy to redeem. To make the most of it, residents should claim their vouchers early through the official portal and use them steadily throughout the year.
FAQs
Q1: Do all Singaporean households automatically qualify for the S$800 CDC Vouchers?
A1: Yes, every Singaporean household is eligible with no income or age criteria.
Q2: Can the vouchers be used at both supermarkets and hawker stalls?
A2: Yes, but the amount is split evenly between supermarkets and heartland merchants.
Q3: What happens if vouchers are not claimed by the deadline?
A3: Any unclaimed vouchers after November 5, 2025, will be forfeited permanently.
