The year 2026 introduces several financial support programs rather than a single limited initiative. These include CDC vouchers available to all residents and SG60 vouchers specifically designed for adults. Also the government provides supplementary cash payments & rebates targeted at lower-income families who reside in smaller HDB flats.
Singapore Grocery Support in 2026: What Households Can Expect
CDC Vouchers 2026: Core Grocery Relief for All Households
The Community Development Council (CDC) Vouchers remain the main grocery support scheme in 2026.
Every eligible Singaporean household receives S$300, credited in January 2026.
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There are no income limits and no restrictions based on flat size. As long as the household includes at least one Singapore Citizen, it qualifies automatically.
Breakdown of the S$300 CDC Vouchers:
– S$150 for participating supermarkets
– S$150 for heartland hawkers and neighbourhood shops
The vouchers can be used at major supermarkets such as FairPrice, Sheng Siong, Giant, Prime, as well as at participating hawker stalls and small local merchants.
How to claim:
One household member simply logs in using Singpass at go.gov.sg/cdcv. Once claimed, all household members can use the vouchers.
SG60 Vouchers: Special One-Time Individual Support
To mark Singapore’s 60th year of independence, the government is issuing SG60 Vouchers as a one-off benefit.
Unlike CDC vouchers, this support is given on a per-person basis rather than per household.
SG60 Voucher amounts:
– S$600 for Singapore Citizens aged 21 to 59
– S$800 for Singapore Citizens aged 60 and above
Eligibility requires Singapore citizenship and a minimum age of 21.
These vouchers can be used at supermarkets, hawkers, and heartland shops, following the same usage format as CDC vouchers.
Validity:
The vouchers remain usable until 31 December 2026, giving recipients ample time to spend them.
Additional Support for Lower-Income Families in Smaller HDB Flats
While CDC and SG60 vouchers are provided universally, families living in 1- and 2-room HDB flats receive extra targeted assistance.
This additional support is designed to help households with tighter financial situations.
GST Voucher – U-Save: Help with Utility Bills
The GST Voucher – U-Save scheme helps offset electricity, gas, and water expenses.
– Available to HDB households
– 1- and 2-room flats receive the highest rebates
– Rebates can total up to S$760, paid in instalments up to January 2026
This benefit is not given in cash but directly reduces utility bills, easing monthly household expenses.
Assurance Package Cash Payouts
The Assurance Package includes direct cash payments distributed in December.
– For Singapore Citizens aged 21 and above
– Lower-income earners with annual income of S$34,000 or less receive higher amounts
– Households with lower Annual Value homes qualify for the maximum support
The maximum cash payout can reach up to S$600, with no restrictions on how the money is used.
Silver Support Scheme for Seniors
The Silver Support Scheme provides ongoing help for seniors who earned less during their working years.
– For Singapore Citizens aged 65 and above
– Living in 1- to 5-room HDB flats
– Residents of 1- and 2-room flats receive the highest payouts
Eligible seniors can receive up to S$1,080 every quarter.
Total Support for a Lower-Income Family in 2026
For a typical family living in a 1- or 2-room HDB flat, combined assistance in 2026 may include:
– S$300 in CDC household vouchers
– S$600 to S$800 in SG60 vouchers per adult
– Up to S$760 in utility bill rebates
– Up to S$600 in cash payouts
– Additional quarterly support if eligible seniors are present
Overall support is broader than earlier grocery-only schemes, with assistance spread across vouchers, cash, and bill rebates.
Is the 2026 Support Package Worth It?
For most Singaporeans, the answer is yes.
While there may not be a single programme labelled strictly as “grocery vouchers,” the combined assistance covers daily essentials through multiple channels.
The key is to claim eligible benefits promptly and ensure vouchers are used before they expire.
