From 1 January, the government will only pay medical bills for fully vaccinated Singaporeans, permanent residents and long-term visa holders, provided they have not recently travelled.
cases in hospitals and the intensive care unit remains high, numbers are also stable."Previously, the government covered the full COVID-19 medical costs for all Singaporeans, as well as permanent residents and long-term visa holders, provided they do not test positive immediately after returning from overseas.
"Hence, from 8 December 2021, COVID-19 patients who are unvaccinated by choice will be charged for bills at hospitals and Community Treatment Facilities."
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