Singapore’s economy has taken a hard hit due to the Covid-19 pandemic, and many Singaporeans are struggling as they face income reduction and unemployment.
Thus, the Covid-19 Support Grant (CSG) was introduced by the Government to help those affected. In August, it was announced that the grant will be extended to December.
However, the extension comes with new eligibility criteria — including that applicants must 1st prove that they’ve been actively searching for a job or training.
Last month, Deputy Prime Minister Heng Swee Keat announced that the CSG will be extended till 31 Dec.
The CSG currently benefits Singaporeans and permanent residents who have:
Successful applicants will receive up to $800 per month for 3 months.
But this extension won’t come without conditions.
On Wednesday (22 Sep), the Ministry of Social and Family Development (MSF) issued a press release, revealing details of the 2 new eligibility criteria:
MSF explained that the new criterion to prove job and training efforts is in line with the launching of the SGUnited Jobs & Skills Package, which helps affected workers acquire skills and access more job opportunities.
It also said that the new criterion on property ownership was set up to ensure that the grant would go to those with less means.
The new criteria will take effect on 1 Oct at 9am.
Those who previously received the grant or are in the final month of their assistance may also re-apply for additional support from 1 Oct.
However, 1st-time applicants who meet the current eligibility criteria can still apply for the grant until 30 Sep, 6pm.
During the application process, individuals will be required to show supporting documents that reflect their current employment situation.
This can come in the form of a letter from a company about their retrenchment or involuntary no-pay leave.
Proof of applicants’ previous and current salaries will also need to be disclosed.
Due to the new criteria, applicants must also submit documents that demonstrate they are putting in effort in their job search or training.
How is an applicant deemed to be actively searching for a job or training?
Applicants must have taken 1 or more of the following actions:
To apply for the CSG, you can fill in this form here.
Those who need assistance filling in the online application form can contact ComCare Call hotline at 1800-222-0000 or email Ask_SSO@msf.gov.sg.
You can also apply in person by approaching your nearest Social Service Office to schedule an application slot.
We wish all whose jobs are affected by the pandemic all the best in securing alternative employment.
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Featured image adapted from MS News.
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