In response to the ongoing cost-of-living pressures affecting households, Singapore has rolled out a robust financial assistance package under Budget 2025. Eligible households will receive up to S$760 in U-Save rebates over the financial year to help offset rising utility expenses. The relief is part of a broader set of government measures aimed at providing sustained financial support for residents throughout 2025.

What Is the $760 Cost of Living Relief?

The $760 cost of living relief refers to the enhanced U-Save rebates, a key component of the GST Voucher (GSTV) scheme designed to offset utility bills for lower- to middle-income households living in HDB flats.

These rebates are disbursed quarterly and do not require any application. Funds are automatically credited to eligible households’ utility accounts with SP Services.

This relief combines:

• Regular GSTV – U-Save
• Assurance Package U-Save
• Additional U-Save rebates announced in Budget 2025

For full details on the GST Voucher scheme, visit Singapore’s official GST Voucher website:
🔗 https://www.gstvoucher.gov.sg

Eligibility Criteria

To receive the U-Save rebates under the 2025 cost-of-living package, households must meet the following criteria:

• Residency: Must live in an HDB flat
• Citizenship: At least one household member must be a Singapore citizen
• Property Ownership: Households where any member owns more than one property are not eligible
• Occupancy: Either owner-occupied or at least one Singaporean tenant in the flat

There is no need to apply—if you’re eligible, the payments will be made automatically.

For eligibility confirmation or queries, you can check the SupportGoWhere Portal.

Breakdown of Rebates by Flat Type

The total rebates vary by HDB flat type, as shown below:

HDB Flat Type	Quarterly Rebate	Total Annual Rebate
1- and 2-room flats	S$190	S$760
3-room flats	S$170	S$680
4-room flats	S$150	S$600
5-room flats	S$130	S$520
Executive / Multi-Gen	S$110	S$440

These amounts factor in all three components of the rebate and are aimed at keeping utility bills manageable.

Payment Schedule: Key Dates to Remember

The rebates will be distributed in four equal tranches, spaced out over the financial year:

• April 2025: Regular + Budget 2025 U-Save
• July 2025: Regular + Assurance Package U-Save
• October 2025: Regular + Budget 2025 U-Save
• January 2026: Regular + Assurance Package U-Save

Each payment will appear as a credit in your SP Group utility bill. You can monitor your account by logging in to the SP Services Portal.

Bonus: Up to $800 in CDC Vouchers for All Households

In addition to the U-Save rebates, the Singapore government is also distributing S$800 worth of CDC Vouchers to every household. These vouchers are meant to support local spending and reduce household expenses on food, groceries, and daily necessities.

Distribution will occur in two tranches:

• May 2025: S$500 (valid until December 2025)
• January 2026: S$300 (valid until December 2026)

The vouchers can be used at participating hawker centres, wet markets, supermarkets, and heartland retailers.

Government’s Long-Term Plan

This initiative is part of Singapore’s Assurance Package, a longer-term strategy to cushion the impact of inflation and GST increases. Finance Minister Lawrence Wong emphasized that the Budget 2025 measures reflect the government’s commitment to keeping Singapore affordable for all citizens, especially the vulnerable.

“These measures provide targeted relief to households who need it most, while maintaining fiscal responsibility,” said Mr. Wong during the Budget 2025 announcement.

Final Notes

Singaporean households have reason to breathe easier in 2025. With automatic rebates, no applications needed, and regular payout schedules, the $760 U-Save relief and $800 in CDC vouchers represent a powerful commitment to financial stability for all.

Be sure to check your eligibility and stay informed about your benefits using official government portals.

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