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SARA Aid Feb 2026: RM100 FREE For Every Malaysian Adult + What You Can Actually Buy

📅 9 Feb 2026 📰 Duitwise Insights

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SARA Aid Feb 2026: RM100 MyKad Credit + Approved Shopping List

TL;DR: RM100 SARA credit loads TODAY (9 Feb 2026) for EVERY Malaysian adult 18+. Spend on rice, oil, soap at 10,000+ shops (Mydin, 99 Speedmart). Monthly STR recipients get extra RM50–RM200. Check balance: MyKasih Portal.

The Problem: Confused About Your SARA Money?

SARA Aid announcements flood WhatsApp groups, but nobody explains the details. Can you buy Milo? Diapers? What's the outlet list? How much do YOU get?

Most guides are outdated (2025 info) or incomplete. Here's the complete Feb 2026 breakdown – eligibility, items, outlets, everything.

❌ Common Confusion:

  • Is RM100 for everyone or just poor households?
  • What exactly can I buy (full list)?
  • Where are the participating shops near me?

The Solution: Your Complete SARA Feb 2026 Guide

SARA = cashless MyKad credit for 14 categories of essentials. Feb 2026 has TWO payments:

  • SARA Untuk Semua: RM100 one-off for ALL adults 18+ (~22M people). Auto-credited 9 Feb.
  • Monthly SARA: RM50–RM200/month for STR recipients (12 months total).

✅ Key Dates:

RM100 loads TODAY (9 Feb). Monthly continues 1st of each month. Valid till 31 Dec 2026.

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Complete List: 14 Categories, What RM100 Buys

Category Examples (RM100 Buys...)
Rice & Staples 10kg beras, 30 eggs, instant noodles, flour
Cooking Oil & Cans 5L oil, sardines/tuna cans, soy sauce, sugar
Drinks & Snacks Milk, tea/coffee, biscuits
Hygiene Toothpaste, soap, sanitary pads
Cleaning Detergent, dish soap, floor cleaner
Others Diapers, basic meds, stationery, frozen foods

Where to Shop: 10,000+ Outlets

Major chains + neighbourhood kedai runcit:

  • 🛒 Mydin, 99 Speedmart, Econsave
  • 🛒 Giant, Lotus's, Pasar Mini
  • 🏪 10,000+ Kedai Runcit (expanding)

Find Yours: MyKad number at MyKasih Portal

How to Check YOUR Eligibility (2 Minutes)

Everyone: RM100 Auto-Loaded

Hold MyKad (18+)? Done. Check balance 9 Feb onwards.

STR Monthly: Extra RM50–RM200

Step 1: STR Status

bantuantunai.hasil.gov.my
MyKad login → Semakan

Step 2: SARA Balance

MyKasih Portal
MyKad → Balance + Shops

SARA FAQ: Everything Else You Need

Q: Can I buy Milo or Nestum?

A: Yes if SARA-labeled. Check packaging at checkout. Most basic F&B qualifies.

Q: What if my shop doesn't accept SARA?

A: Find nearest via MyKasih portal. 10,000+ outlets including new kedai runcit.

Q: Does RM100 expire?

A: No, valid till 31 Dec 2026. Monthly rolls over too.

Q: Foreigners or under 18 get it?

A: Malaysian citizens 18+ only for RM100. STR for monthly.

Duitwise Rating

⭐ 5 / 5

Essential aid every Malaysian needs. RM100 = free groceries. Check eligibility NOW.

💡 DuitWise Pro Tip: RM100 SARA Movie Night!

Treat yourself lah! Here's your perfect RM95 "Happy Basket":

🍪 Tiger/Chipsmore biscuits
2-3 packs
☕ Milo 3-in-1
12 sachets
🍜 Indomie/Maggi goreng
6 packs
🥛 Leaves RM5 buffer
buy something else with this haha

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⚠️ Official Government Info Only

Always verify at official portals. Duitwise summarizes public info.

  • Check sara.gov.my for updates
  • MyKad details may change eligibility
  • Government policy subject to change

Sources & References

  • sara.gov.my: Official SARA portal
  • MOF.gov.my: Feb 2026 announcements
  • MyKasih.net: Balance & outlet checker
  • bantuantunai.hasil.gov.my: STR eligibility
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Last updated 9 Feb 2026. Always check official government websites for latest info.