The Singapore government’s Community Development Council (CDC) voucher scheme provides direct financial assistance to households, helping them manage living costs while supporting local hawkers, merchants, and supermarkets. First launched in 2020, the scheme has evolved to benefit all households and continues to be a critical component of Singapore’s cost-of-living support initiatives.
In December 2024, Singaporean households began receiving their S$300 CDC vouchers, marking the fifth tranche of the scheme. This initiative complements the broader Assurance Package, providing substantial financial relief for daily expenses.
Over 23,000 merchants, including hawker stalls, small retailers, and community shops.
Eight major supermarket chains with 415 outlets, such as:
NTUC FairPrice
Sheng Siong
Giant Singapore
Cold Storage
HAO Mart
Promotions and Discounts
Some merchants and supermarkets offer additional benefits to residents using CDC vouchers:
FairPrice: S$4 return vouchers for every S$50 in CDC vouchers spent (valid until 1 January 2025).
Cold Storage: S$8 return vouchers for purchases of at least S$80 in CDC vouchers (valid until 1 January 2025).
Giant Singapore: S$6 return vouchers for spending S$60 or more in CDC vouchers (valid until 1 January 2025).
How to Claim and Use CDC Vouchers
The process for claiming and utilizing CDC vouchers is straightforward:
Claiming the Vouchers
Visit the Portal: Access the claim page at go.gov.sg/cdcv.
Login with Singpass: A household member can log in using their Singpass account.
Claim the Vouchers: Complete the process to receive the digital vouchers, which can be used on behalf of the entire household.
Using the Vouchers
Present the digital vouchers via QR code at participating hawkers, merchants, or supermarkets.
Check the nearest participating locations on the official CDC website.
Milestones and Impact
Historical Overview
Year
Voucher Value Distributed
Purpose
2020-2021
S$100–S$200
Support lower-income households and local businesses during the pandemic.
2022-2023
S$500
Expanded to include all households.
2024
S$600 (S$300 in January and December)
Alleviate cost-of-living concerns.
Program Achievements
1.3 million households claimed vouchers in January 2024.
Over S$500 million spent at participating merchants and supermarkets.
Expected spending at hawker stalls and heartland shops to exceed S$900 million by year-end.
Total disbursement under the scheme has exceeded S$1.1 billion.
Other Financial Assistance Programs
The CDC vouchers are part of Singapore’s S$1.9 billion Assurance Package, which includes additional measures:
U-Save and S&CC Rebates
Month
Rebate Provided
July 2024
U-Save and S&CC rebates to offset utility and conservancy charges.
October 2024
Second round of rebates.
January 2025
Final round of rebates.
Cost-of-Living Special Payment
Eligible Singaporeans will receive a special payment in September 2024 as part of Budget 2024’s support measures.
FAQs on CDC Vouchers
1. How can I claim the CDC vouchers?
Visit go.gov.sg/cdcv, log in with your Singpass account, and claim the vouchers digitally.
2. Can all household members use the vouchers?
Yes, the vouchers can be used by any household member once claimed by the designated recipient.
3. Where can I use the CDC vouchers?
The vouchers can be used at over 23,000 participating merchants, including hawkers, heartland shops, and major supermarkets like NTUC FairPrice, Sheng Siong, and Giant Singapore.
4. Are there discounts for using CDC vouchers?
Yes, several supermarkets offer additional return vouchers or discounts when CDC vouchers are used.
5. What is the deadline to use the CDC vouchers?
The current tranche of CDC vouchers is valid until 31 December 2024.
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