Senior Bonus 2024: Key Dates, Eligibility, and How to Claim Your Benefits

As Singapore gears up for 2024, the government is set to provide a significant boost to its senior citizens through the Senior Bonus program. This initiative aims to offer financial support to lower-income seniors, helping them manage the rising costs of living. In this article, we’ll break down everything you need to know about the Senior Bonus 2024, including the payout dates, who qualifies, and how to claim it.

What is the Senior Bonus in Singapore?

The Senior Bonus is a financial aid program introduced by the Singaporean government. It is designed to help seniors aged 55 and above who are struggling with lower incomes. This program will run from 2023 to 2025, offering cash rewards ranging from $600 to $900. The goal is to provide additional support to senior citizens who live in lower-value homes and need financial assistance.

The Senior Bonus is part of the larger Assured Package (AP) initiative, which includes cash payments, MediSave top-ups, and vouchers to help Singaporeans cope with higher living costs and GST increases. Only Singaporean citizens can benefit from this program; dual citizens are not eligible.

Senior Bonus Overview 2024

Senior Bonus Payout Date

Payments for the Senior Bonus will start in December 2023 and continue through December 2025. For those eligible this year, the payments will be processed between February 5 and February 23, 2024.

Here’s how the payout schedule works:

• February 5, 2024: If your NRIC is already linked to PayNow, the payment will be completed on this date.
• February 13, 2024: If you need to connect your NRIC to PayNow, ensure it’s done before January 26, 2024. The payment will then be credited to your bank account.
• February 23, 2024: For those without a bank account, you can update your information using the government’s e-services. The payment will be credited through GovCash on this date.

To avoid delays, connect your NRIC to PayNow as soon as possible.

Who is Eligible for the Senior Bonus?

To qualify for the Senior Bonus, you must meet the following criteria:

1. Age: Be at least 55 years old.
2. Citizenship: Be a Singaporean citizen.
3. Income: Have an Assessable Income (AI) deduction of up to $34,000 for the distribution year.
4. Property Value: Your property’s Annual Value (AV) must be below $21,000 for the 2023 disbursement year and below $25,000 for 2024 and 2025. This is based on your NRIC status as of July 31 of the previous year.
5. Property Ownership: You should not own multiple properties.

To check if you qualify, log in to the e-services on the Assured Package website or use the Support For You Calculator to estimate your benefits.

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How Do You Claim the Senior Bonus?

The Senior Bonus is automatically credited to eligible seniors. No application is necessary. Payments will be made directly to your bank account or via GovCash if you do not have a bank account.

To receive your bonus sooner, link your NRIC to PayNow. If you haven’t received your payment by the expected date, verify your eligibility and contact the relevant authorities for assistance.

Thank you for reading about the Senior Bonus 2024. We hope this guide helps you understand the process and ensures you get the support you deserve.

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