To address rising living costs and support financial security, the Singapore government has introduced comprehensive relief measures under the Assurance Package (AP) and Majulah Package in 2025. These initiatives include cash payouts, healthcare top-ups, and retirement bonuses tailored for different income groups and seniors.
Key Financial Support Measures
The 2025 relief packages consist of:
- Cash payouts for immediate financial assistance
- MediSave top-ups for healthcare expenses
- Seniors’ bonuses for elderly support
- U-Save rebates for utility bill relief
- Retirement savings boosts for long-term stability
Assurance Package (AP) Cash Payout
Eligibility Criteria
- Must be a Singapore citizen aged 21+ in 2025
- Annual assessable income ≤ $34,000 (2023)
- Residential property annual value ≤ $21,000
Payout Amount & Schedule
- 700–850 (depending on property value)
- Disbursement dates:
- PayNow (NRIC-linked): December 5, 2024
- Bank transfer: December 16, 2024
- GovCash: December 24, 2024
This helps offset inflation and daily expenses.
Assurance Package (AP) MediSave Top-Up
Who Qualifies?
- Singaporeans under 20 or 55+ in 2025
Payout Details
- $150 one-time top-up to CPF MediSave
- Credited on: February 11, 2025
Supports future medical needs.
Assurance Package (AP) Seniors’ Bonus
Eligibility
- Aged 55+ in 2025
- Annual income ≤ $34,000 (2023)
- Property annual value ≤ $31,000
Payout & Disbursement
- 200–300 (based on housing status)
- Payment dates:
- PayNow: February 5, 2025
- Bank transfer: February 13, 2025
- GovCash: February 21, 2025
Aims to ease seniors’ living costs.
U-Save Rebates for HDB Households
- Automatic quarterly credits to SP Services accounts
- Disbursed in January, April, July, October 2025
- Amount varies by household type
Helps manage utility expenses.
Majulah Package MediSave Bonus
Eligibility
- Born 1973 or earlier
- Own ≤1 property (annual value ≤ $25,000 in 2023)
Payout Details
- 750–1,500 (age & housing-based)
- Paid in December 2024
Supports seniors’ healthcare funding.
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CPF Retirement Top-Up
Who Qualifies?
- Born 1973 or earlier
- CPF savings below Basic Retirement Sum ($99,400 in 2022)
- Property annual value ≤ $25,000 (2023)
Bonus Amount
- 1,000–1,500 (based on CPF balance)
- Disbursed December 2024
Strengthens retirement preparedness.
Payment & Eligibility Check
- PayNow users: April 5, 2025
- Bank transfers (DBS/POSB, OCBC, UOB): April 16, 2025
- Verify eligibility via govbenefits website (Singpass login)
Summary of 2025 Benefits
| Benefit | Eligible Group | Amount | Disbursement |
|---|---|---|---|
| AP Cash Payout | Citizens 21+ | 700–850 | Dec 2024 |
| MediSave Top-Up | Under 20 / 55+ | $150 | Feb 11, 2025 |
| Seniors’ Bonus | Aged 55+ | 200–300 | Feb 2025 |
| U-Save Rebates | HDB households | Variable | Quarterly 2025 |
| Majulah MediSave | Born 1973 or earlier | 750–1,500 | Dec 2024 |
| CPF Retirement Top-Up | Low-retirement savings seniors | 1,000–1,500 | Dec 2024 |
Final Notes
Singapore’s 2025 relief measures provide targeted financial aid through cash, healthcare, and retirement support. Citizens should check eligibility early and ensure payment details are updated for seamless disbursement. Stay alert to official gov.sg communications to avoid scams.
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