The Singapore government has also proposed a new SG S$60 Public Transport Voucher (PTV) in 2025 to facilitate the cost of commuting to lower-income households. This effort is in line with the current effort of the government of Singapore to assist the local population together with the increase in living costs, particularly in the fare increases that become effective as of December 27, 2025.
The Major Information About the 2025 Public Transport Voucher
– Voucher Value: S$60 per household that is eligible.
– Eligibility: Households that are residents, have a monthly household income per capita of SG1800 or below.
– Application Deadline: To make early payment instead of credit delays, residents need to apply by 28 October 2025.
– Usage: The voucher may be used to add value into stored-value cards such as the EZ-Link or NETS FlashPay cards, either in full or in S$10 increments.
– How to apply: They may apply through online portals or realistically in the Community Centres (CCs) and Residents’ Committees (RCs).
– Validity: The voucher will have a flexibility in its usage as long as it is redeemed before or until March 31, 2027.
Other Significant Information
– Families who have already received the voucher in previous years have to apply again because it is not automatic.
– The scheme encourages fairness in accessing the bus services as it assists in alleviating economic strain in the daily transportation.
– CCs and RCs have help desks that provide help to residents who have questions on how to use the application.
Summary Table: Public Transport Voucher 2025
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Voucher Amount | S$60 per eligible household |
| Eligibility | ≤ S$1,800 monthly income/person |
| Application Deadline | 28 October 2025 |
| Usage | Top-up for EZ-Link/NETS FlashPay |
| Application Method | Online or at CCs/RCs |
| Validity | Until March 31, 2027 |
FAQs
Q1. Eligibility to the $60 Public Transport Voucher?
Home based households incomes per head of less than S$1,800 per month.
Q2. Where can I use the voucher?
To refill EZ-Link, NETS FlashPay cards and some ticketing machines.
Q3. Should I be re-applicant when I was given the voucher last year?
Yes, a new application has to be made annually to verify eligibility.
