http://ask-us.cpf.gov.sg/cs/idcplg?...tCollectionID=381844984100003894&pageNumber=1
Q: Is there a ceiling on the Medisave balance?
A: Yes, the prevailing Medisave Contribution Ceiling (MCC) is $45,500. The Medisave Contribution Ceiling keeps up with inflation so that Singaporeans will have sufficient savings to meet their healthcare expenses.
Any Medisave contribution in excess of the MCC will be transferred to the Special Account for members below 55 years old.
For members 55 years old and above and whom do not meet the CPF Minimum Sum, the excess Medisave will be transferred to their Retirement Account. For those who have set aside the full CPF Minimum Sum, the excess Medisave will be transferred to the Ordinary Account.
Government pensioners under the Fixed Amount on Ward Charges Scheme (FAW) do not need to have Medisave whereas pensioners under the Co-payment on Ward Charges scheme (CPW) need to contribute to Medisave for up to 30% of the prevailing MCC.
back to top
Q: What is the difference between Medisave Contribution Ceiling, Medisave Minimum Sum and Medisave Required Amount?
A: The Medisave Contribution Ceiling is the maximum amount that you are required to contribute and maintain in your Medisave Account.
The Medisave Minimum Sum is the amount you need to retain in your Medisave Account, before any excess Medisave savings can be withdrawn, when you are eligible to make CPF withdrawal at age 55 and above.
The Medisave Required Amount is the amount that you need to set aside in your Medisave Account after meeting the CPF Minimum Sum requirement. If you do not have at least the prevailing Medisave Required Amount, you are required to make a top-up to your Medisave Account with part of the balances from your Ordinary/Special Account(s) to meet the prevailing Medisave Required Amount.