The Singapore GST Voucher Scheme was implemented by the government to relieve the GST burden on lower- and middle-income families in Singapore. They offer monetary assistance in the form of cash payouts, MediSave top-ups, and utility rebates. The GST Voucher Scheme in 2025 will continue to alleviate difficulties with the expected implementation of GST rate hikes.
If you are not sure whether you qualify for this year’s scheme or how much you will get, here is everything that you need to know.
What Is the Singapore GST Voucher Scheme?
The GST Voucher Scheme was launched in 2012, to help ease the effects of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) on lower- and middle-income households. It consists of three components: GST Voucher – Cash, GST Voucher – MediSave, and GST Voucher – U-Save.
Who Qualifies for GST Voucher Scheme 2025?
Eligibility for GST Voucher Scheme 2025 would depend on several criteria.
GST Voucher – Cash
If you are a Singaporean citizen residing in Singapore, are 21 years of age and above in 2025, have an assessable income of $34,000 or less for 2024 (for income earned in 2023), and own one residential property or none, you qualify.
GST Voucher – MediSave (For Seniors)
If you are a Singaporean citizen aged 65 years and above in 2025 and have an assessable income of $34,000 or less and you owned one residential property or none, you qualify.
GST Voucher – U-Save (For Households)
The U-Save rebates are automatically given to HDB households in which at least one of the members is a Singapore citizen and that such household does not own more than one property.
How Much You Can Get in 2025?
The payout amounts will differ based on income, age, and property ownership. For GST Voucher – Cash, up to $700 can be received if your income is $34,000 or less, while you own one or none properties. For GST Voucher – MediSave, seniors aged 65 and above can get up to $450, whereas GST Voucher – U-Save can go up to $760 in a year for HDB households.
Additional Assurance Package Payouts in 2025
In 2025, more support relative to the GST hikes under the Assurance Package will add cash payouts up to $850.
When Will You Get the GST Voucher Payments?
The GST Voucher is usually paid in various phases, cash payment to be made in August 2025. MediSave top-ups also will go out in August 2025. U-Save rebates would be given in January, April, July, and October every quarter.
How to Check your Eligibility and Amount?
The government would have notified eligible citizens by SMS or letter. You can verify your eligibility and payment amount on the GST Voucher portal.
How do you Apply?
Most eligible recipients will have their payouts given automatically. However, if your bank account details are not registered with the government, you would need to provide your details at the official GST Voucher portal.
Conclusion
The Singapore GST Voucher Scheme 2025 continues to be an important form of financial assistance targeted at low- and middle-income households.