SkillsFuture Enterprise Credit (current tranche) (SFEC)
A one-off $10,000 credit for eligible employers that offsets up to 90% of out-of-pocket costs for supported enterprise and workforce transformation programmes and SWDA-funded courses. The current tranche expires on 30 November 2026 and is replaced by the redesigned SFEC (Enhanced) from 1 December 2026.
- Support
- Up to 90% of out-of-pocket costs (after other government subsidies) for supported programmes. $10,000 per enterprise. No sub-cap for workforce transformation; up to $7,000 for enterprise transformation.
- Maximum funding
- S$10,000
- How to apply
- No separate application needed
- Apply before starting?
- No
Recent changes
Budget 2025 extended the current SFEC (originally due to expire June 2025) until the redesigned SFEC is ready. SWDA memo of 17 Apr 2026: current SFEC support ends 30 Nov 2026, unused credits expire 1 Dec 2026, and the old claim system shuts on 1 Aug 2027. SSG and WSG merged into SWDA on 1 Jul 2026.
Who is eligible
- Registered and operating in Singapore
- Company was previously notified that it is eligible for SFEC (eligibility was determined by the government; no new applications)
- Training must be completed on or before 30 November 2026, subject to SWDA approval
- Non-SWDA programme claims must be submitted to the respective agency by 30 November 2026
Quick eligibility check
- 1. Was your company previously notified that it is eligible for the SkillsFuture Enterprise Credit?
- 2. Does your company still have an unused SFEC balance?
- 3. Will the training or programme you want to offset be completed on or before 30 November 2026?
- 4. Is the course or programme on the list of SFEC-supportable programmes?
- 5. Has your company already paid the out-of-pocket portion after other government subsidies?
- 6. Can you submit all manual claims before 30 November 2026?
0 of 6 answered.
What it covers
- Out-of-pocket course fees for SWDA-funded employer-sponsored courses
- Out-of-pocket costs of supported workforce transformation programmes (e.g. Career Conversion Programmes)
- Out-of-pocket costs of supported enterprise transformation programmes (up to $7,000)
How to apply
- Check that the company was notified as SFEC-eligible and check the remaining credit balance
- Enrol employees in SWDA-funded courses that end on or before 30 November 2026
- For SC/PR trainees, SFEC is computed automatically from TPGateway enrolment records after course fee grants are approved
- For foreign employees (excluding LTVP+), submit manual SFEC claims through the SFEC system by 30 November 2026
- For non-SWDA supportable programmes, submit final claims to the respective agency by 30 November 2026
Processing time: Claims for SC/PR trainees on SWDA-funded courses are created automatically after course completion
Claims: Approved amounts are reimbursed automatically through the employer's GIRO with IRAS (Corporate Tax/GST) or Corporate PayNow. All claims must be submitted by 30 Nov 2026; training providers must endorse claims by 30 Apr 2027; the old SFEC system closes on 1 Aug 2027. Unused credits expire on 1 Dec 2026.
Documents you need
- No application documents. SFEC for SC/PR trainees on SWDA-funded courses is automatic
- For manual claims (foreign employees): course enrolment and completion records, invoice and proof of payment of the nett course fee
- For non-SWDA programmes: the final claim documents required by the administering agency (e.g. grant claim forms, invoices, proof of payment)
- Active Corppass account to log in to the SFEC system
Frequently asked questions
What is the SkillsFuture Enterprise Credit (current tranche)?
A one-off $10,000 credit for eligible employers that offsets up to 90% of out-of-pocket costs for supported enterprise and workforce transformation programmes and SWDA-funded courses. The current tranche expires on 30 November 2026 and is replaced by the redesigned SFEC (Enhanced) from 1 December 2026.
How much funding does SFEC give?
Up to 90% of out-of-pocket costs (after other government subsidies) for supported programmes. $10,000 per enterprise. No sub-cap for workforce transformation; up to $7,000 for enterprise transformation.
Who is eligible for SFEC?
Applicants must be registered and operating in Singapore. Company was previously notified that it is eligible for SFEC (eligibility was determined by the government; no new applications) Training must be completed on or before 30 November 2026, subject to SWDA approval Non-SWDA programme claims must be submitted to the respective agency by 30 November 2026
Do I need to apply for SFEC?
No separate application is needed. Approved amounts are reimbursed automatically through the employer's GIRO with IRAS (Corporate Tax/GST) or Corporate PayNow. All claims must be submitted by 30 Nov 2026; training providers must endorse claims by 30 Apr 2027; the old SFEC system closes on 1 Aug 2027. Unused credits expire on 1 Dec 2026.
What documents do I need for SFEC?
No application documents. SFEC for SC/PR trainees on SWDA-funded courses is automatic; For manual claims (foreign employees): course enrolment and completion records, invoice and proof of payment of the nett course fee; For non-SWDA programmes: the final claim documents required by the administering agency (e.g. grant claim forms, invoices, proof of payment); Active Corppass account to log in to the SFEC system.
Sources
- Official page: https://www.ourworkforce.gov.sg/programmes-directory/programme/skillsfuture-enterprise-credit
- https://www.tpgateway.gov.sg/resources/announcements-and-circulars/ssg-information-memorandum-eed-2026-1---launch-of-the-redesigned-skillsfuture-enterprise-credit-(sfec)-and-expiry-of-the-current-skillsfuture-enterprise-credit-(sfec)
- https://www.mom.gov.sg/-/media/mom/documents/press-releases/2026/factsheet-on-enterprise-workforce-transformation-package-03032026.pdf
Information last verified on 23 Oct 2026. Grant rules change often. Always confirm with Skills and Workforce Development Agency (SWDA, formerly SSG/WSG) before you apply.