The SARA 2025 program, or Bantuan SARA 2025, is a one-time cash help of RM100 from the Malaysian government. It is meant for every adult citizen to help manage the higher cost of living. The money goes straight into the MyKad, making it easy to get and spend—no forms to fill out and no chance of falling for scams. In this guide, we’ll cover how to get and use your RM100 SARA aid starting 31 August 2025. We’ll also explain who can get it, how it can be used, and how to stay safe from scams.
What is SARA 2025?
The Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) 2025 program is giving every Malaysian above 18 years a one time a one off RM100 credit. On 23 July 2025, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim unveiled this aid in a televised address stating it is a historic moment for all adult Malaysians to receive cash assistance for the first time, which is not income tested. The aid of RM100 is to be given out via MyKad under SARA as a gesture of appreciation to mark National Day on 31 August and will be granted as a way to mitigate the rising cost of living and as a measure to take in rising inflation. The allocation set aside for this program will be RM2 billion to aid 22 million citizens and is a subset of a larger cash aid program of RM15 billion which Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) aid program is a part of, an increase of aid allocated, the estimate was previously 13 billion. The aid can be used via MyKad as cashless payment at over 4100 stores across the country including Mydin, Giant, Econsave, Lotus’s and 99 Speedmart from the 31st August to 31st December 2025. All remaining funds will be used for future aid programs for vulnerable groups after the date of 31 December 2025.
Who is Eligible for Bantuan SARA 2025?
Getting RM100 SARA 2025 is easy:
- Malaysian citizen: Must have your MyKad/IC.
- Age 18 or older: Anyone born in 2007 or earlier is good to go, whether you’re a student, a retiree, or someone with any income.
- No forms to fill: The RM100 will load right onto your MyKad without any extra steps.
Every qualifying adult gets RM100, so it’s not a household payment. That means if a family has four adults—say, mum, dad, and two grown kids—they will get RM400 in total.
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How to Redeem Your RM100 SARA Aid Using MyKad
Redeeming your RM100 Bantuan SARA 2025 is easy. You just need your MyKad. Follow these steps to use your RM100 aid starting 31 August 2025:
- Visit a Participating Store: Go to any of the 4,100 participating shops. You can shop at big chains like Mydin, Giant, Econsave, Lotus’s, and 99 Speedmart, or at your local corner store. To find the complete list of stores, visit the MyKasih website at mykasih.com.my.
- Select Approved Essential Items: You can spend the RM100 only on essential goods from 14 different categories. More than 90,000 products qualify, including:
-Groceries (e.g., rice, cooking oil, eggs)
-Personal care items (e.g., soap, toothpaste, shampoo)
-Medications (e.g., paracetamol, cough syrup)
-Cleaning products (e.g., detergent, bleach)
-School essentials (e.g., pens, notebooks, school bags) - Inform the Cashier: When you finish shopping, tell the cashier you want to use your SARA 2025 credit. Show your MyKad so they can scan it.
- Set or Use Your PIN: If it’s your first time, you’ll need to create a 6-digit PIN. Don’t use the first six numbers from your MyKad. For future purchases, just enter that PIN to complete the payment, just like using a debit card.
- Hold on to that Receipt 🧾: Make sure you keep your receipt safe! It’s your way to monitor how much you’ve spent. The RM100 credit you receive is good from 31 August to 31 December 2025. If you haven’t used up the full credit by the end of the month, the leftover amount will carry forward to the next month. Just remember, everything will disappear after 31 December 2025.
Important Details!
You cannot take the RM100 out in cash, and you can’t send it to someone else. It has to be spent only on approved items at participating stores.
How to Check Your SARA 2025 Balance
To keep an eye on what’s left in your Bantuan SARA 2025 account, try these simple steps:
- MyKasih Portal: Go to Mykasih.com.my, find the “SEMAK KELAYAKAN” button, and enter your MyKad number. This will show if you’re eligible and what your current balance is. The balance checker will be live from 21 August 2025.
- MyKasih App: Get the MyKasih app from the Google Play Store or the Apple App Store. The app lets you see your balance and find nearby stores where you can use the benefit.
- Receipts: Hang on to your receipts. They help you keep track of what you’ve spent the old-school way.
Ensuring Your MyKad is Ready
SARA 2025 uses the microchip in your MyKad to verify your identity, so it’s important your card works perfectly. Check for these problems:
- The card won’t scan at payment terminals.
- You see cracks, deep scratches, or other marks.
- The card is more than 10 years old.
If your MyKad is broken or missing, you won’t get the RM100 payment until you get a new one. Go to any National Registration Department (JPN) office, or visit the MyKad Replacement for Damaged Card portal to apply online. If your MyKad is lost, call the MyKasih Helpdesk for one-time manual purchase help. After that, you’ll need to get a new MyKad to continue using the program.
Avoiding SARA 2025 Scams
The Ministry of Finance has issued a warning to all Bantuan SARA 2025 recipients about new scam attempts. Here are the most common tricks you might see:
- Websites, emails, or SMS messages offering ‘apply for the aid’ or unsolicited applications.
- Bank details, passwords, or O2 codes.
- Bank codes or prompt passwords.
Key reminders:
- There is no application or registration process needed for SARA 2025.
- Do not share information or click on links offered.
- Do not verify information through unofficial sources, only through the MyKasih website or the media statements of the Ministry of Finance.
Tips to Maximize Your Bantuan SARA 2025
Here are some ways to make the most of your RM100 SARA aid:
- Purchases should be strictly essential to avoid wasteful spending.
- Ensure that the funds are used before the due date, as the funds which have not been used by 31 December 2025 will get recycled.
- Utilize the MyKasih website or app to check which stores are available within your location.
Why SARA 2025 is Important
This is the most significant and transformative development as for the first time, cash aid will be provided to all adults which will not be limited to income or occupation. It is still part of the government’s effort towards more equitable distribution of wealth under the Ekonomi MADANI system. The use of MyKad as a cashless payment tool enhances the SARA 2025 program’s efficiency and accessibility, while offering convenience and flexibility. It also helps in the payment of benefits, sustaining domestic consumption and economic activities.
For the needier segments, SARA 2025 is a supplement to ongoing aid programs like Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) which aims to address the lower-income and the hardcore poor as defined in the eKasih system. But SARA 2025 aims to provide universal aid which all Malaysians that are eligible can access unlike STR.
Conclusion
Getting your RM100 SARA aid with your MyKad starting 31 August 2025 is a breeze—no sign-up or extra apps needed. Just bring your MyKad to any shop with the SARA logo, choose your approved essentials, and pay cashless. Keep your MyKad working, watch for scams, and plan your shopping to use the aid before it expires on 31 December 2025. For the latest info, visit mykasih.com.my or pay attention to official government announcements.
By mastering the Bantuan SARA 2025 process, you can lower your daily expenses and support Malaysia’s larger economic goals.
