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I am currently overseas. How can I open a Child Development Account (CDA) for my child?


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From 1 Jul 2024, all parents can only apply for Baby Bonus Scheme at LifeSG through:

• Bundled service together with child’s birth registration (https://www.life.gov.sg/services/birth-registration)

• Direct application for child whose birth has already been registered (https://www.life.gov.sg/services/baby-bonus)

For bank selection:

  • DBS/POSB and OCBC
    You must be their existing customer with an active account to open the CDA through their online banking portal or mobile app.

  • UOB
    You don't need to be an existing customer with an active account. However, if you are a Singapore Citizen with overseas address or foreigner, you must visit a UOB branch in person with your Letter of Authorisation (LOA) issued by LifeSG to complete the process.

You will be notified by the bank when the CDA is opened.


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