Silver Support is a long-term, quarterly cash supplement for Singapore Citizens aged 65 and above who had low lifetime incomes and now have less in retirement. It complements (not replaces) CPF LIFE and other supports by providing regular cash to help with essentials such as food, transport, and healthcare. In 2025, payouts were raised and more seniors qualify, strengthening retirement adequacy for an estimated hundreds of thousands of older Singaporeans.
Singapore Silver Support Scheme 2025 Summary Table
Item |
Details |
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What changed in 2025 |
Silver Support quarterly cash supplements increased by 20%; more seniors now qualify after the household income threshold rose to $2,300 per person. |
Maximum quarterly payout |
Up to $1,080 per quarter (for eligible seniors in 1–2 room flats with lower household per-capita income). |
Special case |
Seniors on ComCare Long-Term Assistance receive $430 per quarter regardless of flat type or income. |
When payments arrive |
Quarterly: last week of Mar, Jun, Sep, Dec (for the following quarter) via PayNow-NRIC, bank crediting, or GovCash. |
Do you need to apply? |
No. Eligibility is assessed automatically; notification letters are sent in December for the next year. |
Official site |
CPF Board Silver Support Scheme (eligibility, tiers, schedule). (Central Provident Fund) |
Who qualifies in 2025 (core criteria)
You do not need to apply. If you meet the conditions below, you’ll receive a letter in December and payments will start automatically in the relevant quarter. The CPF Board lists three main checks:
- Low lifetime wages
- Total CPF contributions by age 55 are $140,000 or less (Ordinary + Special Accounts, including amounts withdrawn for housing, education, investments).
- For self-employed/platform workers: average net trade income ≤ $27,600 when aged 45–54.
- Housing type and ownership
- You live in a 1–5 room HDB flat, and you (and spouse) do not own a 5-room or larger HDB flat, private property, or multiple properties.
- Low household income
- Monthly per-capita household income ≤ $2,300 (raised from $1,800 starting 2025).
Special assurance: Seniors receiving ComCare Long-Term Assistance get $430 per quarter under Silver Support regardless of flat type or household income.
How much you can receive (2025 payout tiers)
Your quarterly amount depends on HDB flat type and monthly per-capita household income. The CPF Board’s 2025 table is as follows:
- 1–2 room HDB
- Income ≤ $1,500: $1,080 per quarter
- Income > $1,500 to ≤ $2,300: $540 per quarter
- 3-room HDB
- Income ≤ $1,500: $860 per quarter
- Income > $1,500 to ≤ $2,300: $430 per quarter
- 4-room HDB
- Income ≤ $1,500: $650 per quarter
- Income > $1,500 to ≤ $2,300: $325 per quarter
- 5-room HDB (non-owners)
- Income ≤ $1,500: $430 per quarter
- Income > $1,500 to ≤ $2,300: $215 per quarter
Note: If you (or your spouse) own a 5-room HDB, private property, or more than one property, you will not qualify. A senior may live in but not own a 5-room HDB and still qualify under the 5-room (non-owner) tier.
Payment schedule and how money is credited
Silver Support is paid every quarter. If you are eligible, you typically receive the funds in advance for the upcoming quarter:
- January–March quarter: paid last week of December
- April–June quarter: paid last week of March
- July–September quarter: paid last week of June
- October–December quarter: paid last week of September
Payment modes:
- PayNow-NRIC (default if you have it), 2) Bank crediting to the Government-registered account used for other payouts (e.g., GSTV, Workfare), or 3) GovCash via Singpass if no bank account is on file. Keep your bank details and PayNow-NRIC updated to avoid delays.
Why the 2025 changes matter
- Higher, regular support: The 20% uplift means seniors at the lowest income tiers can get up to $1,080 per quarter (previously $900), a material boost against living costs.
- Wider coverage: Raising the per-capita income threshold to $2,300 brings more seniors into the scheme.
- Certainty and ease: Automatic assessment, no application, and a published schedule reduce friction and help with budgeting. Step-by-step: make sure you get paid smoothly
- Check your letter in December to confirm the tier, amount, and schedule.
- Set up PayNow-NRIC with your bank or ensure your registered bank account is active.
- If you receive GovCash, ensure your Singpass is set up and working.
- Keep your household records current (address, household members) so the per-capita income and flat type assessments are accurate.
Frequently asked questions
Is the maximum only $450 per quarter?
No. As of 2025, the maximum is $1,080 per quarter for eligible seniors in 1–2 room flats with per-capita household income ≤ $1,500. Amounts scale down by income band and flat type.
Do I need to apply?
No. Silver Support is automatic. If you meet the criteria, you receive a notification letter in December and quarterly payments thereafter.
What if I am on ComCare Long-Term Assistance?
You will receive $430 per quarter under Silver Support regardless of flat type or household income.
When exactly will I receive the money?
CPF credits Silver Support in the last week of Mar, Jun, Sep, and Dec for the next quarter. The date appears in your letter and on the CPF page’s Payment Schedule.
How do I receive the payout?
By default via PayNow-NRIC; otherwise bank transfer to your registered account, or GovCash if no bank account is registered.
Where can I verify my eligibility and amount?
The CPF Silver Support page lists the exact 2025 tiers and links to govpayouts.gov.sg to check your status.
Conclusion
The 2025 enhancement to Silver Support strengthens Singapore’s retirement safety net for seniors with low lifetime incomes. With quarterly payouts up to $1,080, a raised household income threshold, automatic assessment, and predictable disbursement windows, eligible seniors can plan with more confidence. Verify your December letter, ensure PayNow-NRIC or bank details are up to date, and refer to the official CPF page for any updates through the year.
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