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What are CDC Vouchers?

CDC Vouchers are a government initiative in Singapore designed to help households with daily expenses and support local businesses, particularly hawkers and heartland merchants ³⁷. The Community Development Councils (CDCs) administer these vouchers. They aim to alleviate cost-of-living pressures and stimulate the local economy ⁸.

The scheme has evolved over time, with different tranches and amounts being disbursed. For instance, in 2026, Singaporean households are set to receive $500 in CDC Vouchers ⁴⁷⁸. This follows previous disbursements, such as $100 in earlier schemes ³. There are also specific voucher programs like the SG60 Vouchers, which provide $600 to Singaporean citizens born between 1966 and 2004 ²¹⁰.

How to Claim CDC Vouchers

The process for claiming CDC Vouchers is designed to be straightforward and accessible to eligible Singaporean households.

Eligibility

Every Singaporean household with at least one Singaporean citizen is eligible to claim the CDC Vouchers ⁴. Specific programs like the SG60 Vouchers have additional age-based eligibility criteria ².

Claiming Process

1. Online Portal: Vouchers are typically claimed through an official government website, such as signup.redeem.gov.sg or vouchers.cdc.gov.sg ¹⁴⁹.
2. Singpass Login: The head of the household needs to log in using their Singpass account ⁹. This ensures secure and verified access to the vouchers.
3. Voucher Link: Once logged in, a unique voucher link will be sent via SMS to the registered mobile number ⁹. This link contains the digital vouchers.
4. Sharing (Optional): The head of the household can choose to share the voucher link with other household members, allowing them to use the vouchers as well ⁹.

How to Use CDC Vouchers

CDC Vouchers are digital and can be used at a wide array of participating merchants across Singapore.

Where to Spend

The vouchers can generally be spent in two main categories:

• Hawkers and Heartland Merchants: This includes local food stalls, wet markets, and various small businesses located in heartland areas ³⁹. These businesses are crucial to the local economy and community.
• Supermarkets: A portion of the vouchers can also be used at participating supermarkets to purchase daily necessities ⁶⁹.

Finding Participating Merchants

Residents can easily find nearby participating merchants using the GoWhere portal at gowhere.gov.sg/cdcvouchers ⁶. This online tool allows users to search for hawkers, heartland merchants, and supermarkets that accept CDC Vouchers.

Spending Process

1. Select Amount: When making a purchase, users present their voucher link to the merchant. They can then select the desired amount to spend from their available voucher balance ⁹.
2. Scan QR Code: Merchants will typically have a QR code displayed. The user scans this QR code using their mobile device ⁹.
3. Confirm Payment: After scanning, the user confirms the payment amount on their device, and the transaction is completed ⁹. The amount is deducted directly from the digital voucher balance.

Important Notes

• Digital Format: CDC Vouchers are entirely digital; no physical vouchers are issued ⁹.
• No Change Given: Merchants do not provide change for CDC Vouchers. It is advisable to use the exact amount or slightly more than the purchase price to maximize the voucher's value ⁹.
• Validity Period: Vouchers have a specific validity period. For example, the 2026 CDC Vouchers are valid until December 31, 2026 ⁵. It's crucial to use them before their expiration date.