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Ministry of Social and Family Development (MSF)

Baby Bonus Scheme - Cash Gift

Financial support for raising Singapore Citizen children.

Overview

The Baby Bonus Scheme is part of Singapore's Marriage and Parenthood Package, offering financial support to help couples manage the costs of raising children.

Key Features:

  • Baby Bonus Cash Gift
  • Child Development Account (CDA)
  • Automatic opening of a Child Savings Account (CSA) for eligible children

Benefits:

  • Government co-matching and grants based on birth order
  • Funds can be used for:

 – Childcare  – Education  – Insurance  – Healthcare expenses at approved institutions

Scheme type

FamilyChildrenFinancial Assistance

Who qualifies

Eligibility groups

Families
Children

What you receive

Financial assistance for daily living expenses
Financial assistance for education

Eligibility details

Child must be a Singapore Citizen and parents must be lawfully married. Scheme applies to children born on or after 18 Feb 2025 for the latest benefits.

How to apply

From 1 July 2024, parents can apply for the Baby Bonus Scheme online or via the LifeSG mobile app. After enrolment, instructions to open the CDA at DBS/POSB, OCBC, or UOB will be sent via email and LifeSG inbox.

Agency details

Important Information

Scheme details may change. Check the official agency website for the latest eligibility, benefits, and application information.

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