TLDR;
This video provides an update on the SARA (Sumbangan Asas Rahmah) monthly payments for 2026, specifically focusing on the upcoming February payment and the additional "Penghargaan SARA" (SARA Appreciation) payment. It explains the payment schedule, eligibility criteria, and how to check MyKAD balances.
- SARA monthly payments for February 2026 will be disbursed on February 1st.
- An additional one-time "Penghargaan SARA" payment of RM100 will be given out on February 9th to eligible Malaysians aged 18 and above.
- Unused balances in MyKAD accounts will be carried over each month but must be used by December 31, 2026.
SARA Monthly Payments for February 2026 [0:03]
The SARA monthly payments for February are scheduled to be credited into eligible recipients' MyKAD accounts on February 1, 2026. This payment will consistently be made on the first day of each month, except for January. Different categories of recipients will receive varying amounts based on their eligibility, such as households in extreme poverty and poverty, senior citizens without partners, and single individuals.
Payment Amounts by Category [1:48]
The video details the specific payment amounts for different categories of recipients for February 2026. Households in the "miskin tegar" (hardcore poor) and "miskin" (poor) categories will receive RM200. Households outside of these categories will receive RM100. Senior citizens without partners who are in the e-Kasih database and confirmed as "miskin tegar" or "miskin" will receive RM150, while others in this category will receive RM50. Single individuals in the e-Kasih database, classified as "miskin tegar" or "miskin," will receive RM100, and single individuals outside these categories will receive RM50.
MyKAD Balance and Usage [2:59]
Recipients do not need to rush to spend their existing MyKAD balances, as any remaining amount will be carried over and added to the new monthly payments. The government will not reclaim these funds, but the total balance must be utilized by December 31, 2026. Individuals can check their eligibility and current MyKAD balance on the official SARA website, sara.gov.my, or through the My Kasih application.
Penghargaan SARA Payment [4:33]
In addition to the monthly SARA payments, a one-time "Penghargaan SARA" payment of RM100 will be disbursed on February 9, 2026. This payment is for all eligible Malaysians aged 18 and above, regardless of whether they receive the monthly SARA assistance. This one-time payment can be used until December 31, 2026.
Permitted Items for SARA Spending [5:53]
Currently, SARA funds can only be used to purchase items within 14 designated categories. While there have been discussions about potentially expanding the list to include fruits and vegetables, this has not yet been confirmed. The government is evaluating the feasibility of this expansion, considering concerns about quality control and potential exploitation by vendors.
