As of May 2025, Singapore has implemented further improvements to its GST Voucher Scheme to offer more robust financial assistance to residents facing cost-of-living pressures. By revising the eligibility requirements and increasing benefit amounts, the initiative aims to help a wider group of lower- and middle-income households manage the impact of the GST rate adjustment. … Read more
The GST Voucher (GSTV) Scheme is a major government initiative aimed at softening the impact of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) for lower- and middle-income Singaporeans. Launched in 2012, the scheme reflects the state’s ongoing effort to promote a fairer tax system and ease the financial burden for vulnerable households. In 2025, the GSTV … Read more
The Singapore Government has officially confirmed the rollout of the GST Voucher (GSTV) 2025 scheme, with cash payouts scheduled to begin in August 2025. This year’s enhancements reflect the government’s ongoing commitment to support lower- and middle-income Singaporeans in coping with rising living costs and inflation. What Is the GST Voucher (GSTV) Scheme? The GST … Read more
As part of the government’s ongoing efforts to support lower-income households and alleviate the cost of living, Singapore is continuing its Grocery Vouchers scheme into 2025. First introduced in 2020 during the COVID-19 pandemic, the initiative has since evolved into a key component of the Assurance Package. For May 2025, significant updates have been announced … Read more
Singapore’s government continues its firm stance on supporting citizens amid ongoing inflation and rising daily expenses. As part of its assurance package to buffer the financial strain, a new payout of up to SGD $850 is scheduled for disbursement in June 2025. This article outlines the eligibility, timeline, and significance of the latest payout in … Read more