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Benefits and financial support

Discover grants, subsidies, and schemes available to families at every stage.

Parental benefits


Baby Bonus Scheme

Cash gift, CDA First Step Grant, and government co-matching benefits to help parents.

Large Families Scheme

Families with 3 or more children can enjoy enhanced benefits.

Child LifeSG Credits

Use LifeSG Credits to pay for your child's education and enrichment needs.

Government-Paid Leave Schemes

Understand your entitlements to maternity, paternity, and shared parental leave.

Tax reliefs and rebates


Working Mother's Child Relief (WMCR)

Reduce your taxable income as a working mother with this employment-based relief.

Qualifying Child Relief (QCR)

Claim tax relief for each child who meets the qualifying criteria.

Parenthood Tax Rebate (PTR)

Offset your income tax liability with a one-time rebate for each child born.

Grandparent Caregiver Relief (GCR)

Claim tax relief if your parent or in-law cares for your young child while you work.

Migrant Domestic Worker Levy Relief

Get levy concession if you employ a foreign domestic worker to care for your family.

Waiver for Passport Application Fee for Newborn

Find out how to waive the passport fee when applying for your newborn's first passport.

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