NDR 2026: What will my family get from the new SG Child Support Package?

In Singapore's National Day Rally of 2026, the government unveiled a new SG Child Support Package aimed at providing financial assistance to families. This package, which supersedes existing schemes such as Baby Bonus and Large Families, promises to offer consistent support throughout a child's upbringing.

Every child will receive a $70,000 grant from birth to the age of 17, irrespective of their birth order. This replaces previous support systems. Importantly, this will be a continuous aid, irrespective of the birth order, unlike the earlier schemes that were birth-specific.

The package comprises several elements. First, a $10,000 "Baby Gift" will be disbursed in two installments, immediately following birth. This is followed by $2,000 annual Child Credits from the child's first birthday until they reach 16 years old.

Additionally, parents can apply for a $5,000 "First Step Grant" for their Child Development Account (CDA). The government's contribution to this account will remain as it currently is until September 30, 2027, after which it will be capped at $5,000 per child.

For tertiary education, a $10,000 Post-Secondary Education Account (PSEA) top-up will be given once the child turns 17. This is expected to be a significant boost for families planning for their children's higher education.

Moreover, the $2,000 annual Child Credits will continue till the child turns 16, providing further financial assistance. However, certain benefits such as the $5,000 First Step Grant, $6,000 Large Family LifeSG Credits, and the Large Family MediSave Grant are set to be discontinued.

Thus, the new SG Child Support Package aims to provide a more consistent and comprehensive support system for families, helping them navigate the costs of raising children from infancy to adulthood.