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SINGAPORE: As of October 1, those who are unemployed and applying for the COVID-19 Support Scholarship must show that they have tried to find a job or start training programs.
Also, they must not own more than one property.
These are the new eligibility criteria announced on Tuesday (September 22) by the Ministry of Social and Family Development (MSF).
They will apply to both first-time applicants and those who want a three-month extension of the aid measure.
The grant was introduced in May to assist Singaporeans and permanent residents who are unemployed, on involuntary leave without pay, or who have suffered a significant loss of income as a result of the economic impact of COVID-19.
Provides up to S $ 800 per month for three months to selected applicants.
Deputy Prime Minister Heng Swee Keat announced last month that the plan will run until December 31. Applications for another round of support will open online on October 1.
First-time applicants who meet the current eligibility criteria can continue to apply for the grant until 6pm on September 31, MSF said.
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Based on the revised eligibility criteria, individuals must submit documents showing that they have submitted at least one job application or attended at least one interview in the two months prior to applying for the grant.
They should also email receipts or screenshots showing applications for SGUnited skills programs delivered by Centers for Continuing Education and Training (CET), including institutes of higher education,
Individuals who have started their SGUnited Middle Career Pathways Program – Company Training or SGUnited Skills courses will not be eligible for the COVID-19 Support Grant.
The new requirements are in addition to existing criteria, such as having a gross monthly household income of no more than S $ 10,000 or a gross monthly per capita income of no more than S $ 3,100.
Applicants should also not receive Short / Medium Term Assistance or Long Term Assistance from ComCare.
“The intent of the additional job search / training requirement is to ensure that applicants take active steps to improve their employment situation,” MSF said in a press release.
“Applicants who have not started looking for work / training can do so and apply for the COVID-19 Support Grant when they are ready.”
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Those who need help completing the online application form can call the ComCare Call hotline (1800-222-0000) or send an email to [email protected]. Those who are unable to apply online can approach the nearest Social Services Office to schedule an application space.
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