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Singapore Launches $500 CDC Voucher Tranche to Aid Cost-of-Living Pressures

Prime Minister Lawrence Wong assures continued government support as households claim the latest round of digital vouchers, valid through December 2025.

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Overview

  • Every Singaporean household can claim $500 in CDC vouchers starting May 13, 2025, with $250 usable at supermarkets and $250 at hawkers and heartland merchants.
  • This seventh tranche builds on the $300 vouchers issued in January 2025, with an additional $300 tranche planned for January 2026 under Budget 2025 measures.
  • The CDC voucher scheme, launched during the pandemic, has disbursed over $1.92 billion since 2021, supporting families and boosting local businesses.
  • Prime Minister Lawrence Wong highlighted the program's sustainability, enabled by prior GST adjustments, and reaffirmed the government's commitment to ongoing assistance.
  • To ensure accessibility, volunteers and digital ambassadors are providing support at community hubs, helping residents navigate the online claiming process.