The Singapore government will provide all citizens with a maximum of 800 Singapore dollars (approximately 850,000 won) worth of the "SG60 voucher" to celebrate its 60th anniversary of independence.
According to Singaporean media CNA on the 1st (local time), the Singapore government began accepting applications for the SG60 voucher for citizens aged 60 and older starting that day. From the 22nd, citizens aged 21 to 59 will also be able to apply for the voucher.
The SG60 voucher is part of the "SG60 package" announced during the government's budget presentation in 2025. It was created to express gratitude for citizens' contributions to national development and to invigorate the local economy.
Older citizens can receive 800 Singapore dollars (approximately 850,000 won), while the general adult population can receive 600 Singapore dollars (approximately 640,000 won). The vouchers can be used until December 31, 2026.
The vouchers can be used at voucher merchant locations across Singapore, with half usable at local shops and stalls, and the other half at franchised stores such as supermarkets.
The Singapore government issued special postcards to promote voucher applications among older citizens. Recipients can easily apply for the SG60 voucher digitally through a QR code on the back of the postcard.
Lawrence Wong, the Mayor of Singapore's Southwest District, stated, "To prioritize the older citizens who have dedicated themselves to the nation, we have staggered the application times," and added, "We will assist citizens in easily applying for digital vouchers from their homes through various means."
The Singapore Community Development Council estimates that approximately 3 million Singaporeans will benefit from this voucher distribution.