The Community Development Council (CDC) Vouchers Scheme in Singapore is set to continue into 2026, offering financial relief to households while supporting heartland merchants and hawkers.
According to government announcements, up to $800 worth of CDC vouchers will be rolled out from January 2026, making this one of the most anticipated household support measures of the year.
What Are CDC Vouchers?
CDC Vouchers are government-issued digital vouchers designed to:
- Offset daily living costs for Singaporean households
- Support heartland shops, hawkers, and local merchants
- Encourage spending within local communities
They are administered by Singapore’s Community Development Council (CDC) in partnership with government agencies.
CDC Vouchers 2026: Key Highlights
- Total Value: Up to $800 per household
- Rollout Period: Starting January 2026
- Eligibility: All Singaporean households
- Format: Fully digital vouchers (redeemable via Singpass-linked platforms)
- Spending Locations:
- Participating hawker centres
- Heartland shops
- Selected supermarkets
Who Is Eligible for the $800 CDC Vouchers in 2026?
You qualify if:
- You belong to a Singaporean household
- At least one household member has Singpass access
- Your household has not previously opted out of CDC voucher schemes
No income ceiling
No application fee
No means testing required
How to Claim CDC Vouchers (Step-by-Step)
Claiming CDC vouchers is simple and fully online:
- Visit the official CDC vouchers portal
- Log in using Singpass
- Receive a unique QR code via SMS
- Share the QR code with household members
- Start spending immediately at participating outlets
Claiming takes less than 5 minutes
Where Can You Use CDC Vouchers?
Your 2026 CDC vouchers can be used at:
- Hawker centres & wet markets
- Heartland provision shops
- Participating supermarkets
Vouchers cannot be used for:
- Online shopping platforms
- Overseas purchases
- Non-participating chain stores
Why the 2026 CDC Vouchers Matter
With inflation and cost-of-living pressures continuing into 2026, this scheme:
- Provides direct household cost relief
- Boosts local small businesses
- Strengthens community-based spending
Economists note that CDC vouchers are among the most effective high-impact fiscal support tools due to their targeted and localised nature.
Important Things to Remember
- Vouchers expire (use them before the stated deadline)
- Only participating merchants can accept them
- Households should beware of scams—CDC will never ask for passwords or OTPs
Final Thoughts
The $800 CDC Vouchers rolling out in January 2026 reaffirm Singapore’s commitment to supporting households while strengthening local businesses. Eligible families should claim early, spend wisely, and make full use of this valuable government benefit.