Singapore’s Goods and Services Tax (GST) Voucher scheme is back with expanded benefits this year under Budget 2025. Designed to support lower- and middle-income Singaporeans amid rising living costs, the 2025 GSTV payouts include boosted cash support, higher utility rebates, and extra vouchers to ease household expenses.
If you’re wondering what’s new this year, who qualifies, and when you can expect the money, here’s a complete breakdown of everything you need to know.
What’s New in GST Voucher 2025?
The Government has enhanced the GST Voucher scheme as part of its Assurance Package and Cost-of-Living Support Package. The changes were announced during Budget 2025 to help Singaporeans cope with inflation and increased GST rates.
Here are the major updates:
- Increased GSTV – Cash Payouts: Eligible Singaporeans will receive either S$850 or S$450, depending on their home’s Annual Value.
- More U-Save Rebates: Eligible households can get up to S$760 in utility rebates this year double the usual amount.
- Extra CDC Vouchers: An additional S$500 in Community Development Council (CDC) vouchers is being issued from 13 May 2025, valid until 31 December 2025.
Who Is Eligible for the 2025 GST Voucher?
The scheme is divided into four components Cash, MediSave, U-Save, and Service & Conservancy Charges (S&CC) Rebate each with different eligibility criteria.
1. GSTV – Cash
To qualify for the cash payout:
- You must be a Singapore citizen residing in Singapore.
- Be 21 years or older in 2025.
- Have an Assessable Income not exceeding S$34,000 for the Year of Assessment 2024.
- Own no more than one property.
- Annual Value (AV) of your home as of 31 December 2024 must be:
- ≤ S$21,000 → Receive S$850
- S$21,001 – S$31,000 → Receive S$450
2. GSTV – MediSave
This component helps seniors with healthcare savings.
Eligibility:
- Aged 65 years or older in 2025.
- Own no more than one property.
- Home’s AV ≤ S$31,000.
- Payout ranges from S$150 to S$450, credited directly to your CPF MediSave account.
3. GSTV – U-Save
This rebate helps lower- and middle-income households offset utility bills.
Eligibility:
- At least one Singapore citizen owner or occupier of an HDB flat.
- No one in the household owns more than one property.
Rebate amounts (for full year):
- 1- and 2-room flats: S$760
- 3-room: S$680
- 4-room: S$600
- 5-room: S$520
- Executive/Multi-gen: S$440
The rebate is credited directly to your utilities account every quarter—in January, April, July, and October 2025.
4. GSTV – S&CC Rebate
This helps with Service & Conservancy Charges for HDB residents.
Eligibility:
- Flat must be owner-occupied by at least one Singapore citizen.
- Owners and occupiers must not own or have interest in any private property.
- Flat must not be fully rented out.
Rebate duration:
- 1- and 2-room: 3.5 months
- 3- and 4-room: 2.5 months
- 5-room: 2.0 months
- Executive: 1.5 months
When Will You Get Paid?
Cash & MediSave Payouts
- PayNow-NRIC: Starts 1 August 2025
- Bank Crediting: Starts 12 August 2025
- GovCash Collection: Starts 22 August 2025
For the most efficient payment, it’s advised to link your NRIC to PayNow. You can check or set this up via your bank or the PayNow website.
U-Save & S&CC Rebates
These are disbursed quarterly:
- January
- April
- July
- October
No action is needed rebates will be auto-credited to your HDB utilities and town council accounts.
CDC Vouchers
- Claim Starts: 13 May 2025
- Claim Ends: 31 December 2025
- Amount: S$500 per household
How to Check Your Eligibility or Apply
For most Singaporeans, the payouts are automatic if your details are up-to-date with CPF and IRAS. However, if you’re unsure about your status:
- Use the SupportGoWhere Calculator to estimate your benefits.
- To register or update your payment details, visit govbenefits.gov.sg.
New applicants must register by 20 June 2025 to receive August payouts.
Final Thoughts
With up to S$850 in cash, S$760 in U-Save rebates, and S$500 in vouchers on offer, the 2025 GST Voucher scheme is a big help for many Singaporeans. If you meet the criteria, there’s nothing more to do just ensure your PayNow or bank details are accurate.
If you’re not sure whether you qualify, it’s worth checking today. Missing out on hundreds of dollars just because of an outdated address or unlinked bank account isn’t worth the risk.
