Last updated: 2026-08-20

What is the Central Provident Fund (CPF)?

CPF is Singapore's compulsory social security savings scheme covering retirement, healthcare (MediSave) and housing. Employers and employees contribute a percentage of the employee's wages each month, credited to the employee's CPF accounts.

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