Money

Budget 2026 Enhanced Cost-of-Living Special Payment

One-off cash payment for Singapore Citizens in 2026 to offset rising costs.

From Ministry of Finance (MOF)

Who can apply

• Singapore citizens

How to apply

One-time cash disbursement via PayNow/GovCash in 2026 as part of the Budget 2026 cost-of-living support package. Amount varies by income and housing type. Automatically paid — no application needed.

Other money help

• Financial Assistance
  Muslimin Trust Fund Association
  Bi-monthly cash and groceries vouchers for families.
• WeCare @ North East Fund
  North East CDC
  Interim cash assistance for needy families.
• ComCare Interim Assistance
  Ministry of Social and Family Development (MSF)
  Immediate financial help for low-income families.
• CDAC-SFCCA Hardship Assistance Fund
  Chinese Development Assistance Council (CDAC), Singapore Fed
  Bursary for low-income Chinese students' schooling expenses.
• Family LifeAid
  Red Cross Singapore
  Monthly food vouchers and support for identified families.

You might qualify for more.

Budget 2026 Enhanced Cost-of-Living Special Payment is one of 656 schemes in cancheck. Most people qualify for several. Answer 5 questions to see what else you might be eligible for.