The Singapore government is still giving a hand to lower-income workers with the Workfare Income Supplement (WIS) Scheme. Right now, people can get up to $2,803, so it’s important to know how to get the money if you’re eligible.
What’s the Workfare Payment?
The Workfare Payment is money that helps lower-income Singaporean workers keep their jobs and save up for tomorrow. The full $2,803 is made up of both cash that goes straight into your bank and money that is paid into your MediSave account so you can use it for doctors’ bills now and in the future.
What Do You Have to Do to Get the Full $2,803?
You need to meet a few simple steps:
- Be a Singaporean citizen.
- Be at least 30 years old.
- Work part-time or full-time any time in 2024.
- Have a yearly pay of $34,000 or less.
- Have made contributions to your CPF for the time that counts.
- Be someone who is not already getting other government help.
Breaking Down the Payment
The $2,803 that you get can be seen in two parts:
- Cash Support: This part is transferred straight to your bank account and is ready for whatever bills or groceries you have right now.
- MediSave Vouchers: This part goes into your CPF MediSave account, so the money is already there for anything you might need to pay for at the doctor’s office later.
Payment Schedule and Collection
Your cash award will come to you in three separate installments:
First payment: July 2025
Second payment: September 2025
Final payment: December 2025
To receive your award without delay:
Link your bank account to PayNow
Update your phone number and email address with CPF
Log in to your CPF account from time to time and look for any payment notices
Watch for SMS alerts about your payment
Why This Matters for Singaporeans
Workfare is our country’s promise to workers whose pay is below the national median. With cash and extra money for your healthcare account, the program helps families with regular bills while urging them to keep working and skill up. For many households, this $2803 supplement means buying groceries, paying school fees, and, little by little, saving for the future. Check the CPF portal or the MyGov.sg site to confirm you qualify. Need help? Call CPF at 1800-222-2888 or drop by any ServiceSG centre.