HDB Loan Documents Checklist: What You Need in 2026 | Homejourney
To apply for an HDB loan, you must first obtain an HDB Flat Eligibility (HFE) letter via the HDB Flat Portal using Singpass. Key documents include income proofs like 3 months' payslips and latest 15 months' CPF contribution history for employees with CPF, plus variations for self-employed or others.
This cluster article breaks down the exact documents required for HDB loan application, focusing on CPF HDB purchase rules and CPF OA for flat usage. It supports our pillar guide on HDB financing by providing tactical steps for first-time buyers. Homejourney prioritizes your safety with verified info to build trust in every transaction.
Why Documents Matter for HDB Loan Eligibility
Accurate documents ensure HDB assesses your income, age, and financial standing correctly under MSR (5% of gross monthly income) and TDSR (60% of income) rules. Missing items delay your HFE letter, valid for 9 months, blocking BTO bookings or OTP signing.
For CPF HDB rules, HDB verifies your Ordinary Account (OA) balance for down payments—up to 20% for new flats using CPF down payment HDB. Homejourney's tools help check mortgage eligibility instantly.
Step-by-Step: Applying for HDB HFE Letter & Required Documents
Log in to HDB Flat Portal with Singpass. Use Myinfo for auto-fill, declare private property interests (none owned in last 30 months), and state loan intent.
- Preliminary Check: Enter household details, income, bonuses, and commitments like loans or insurance.
- Endorsements: All applicants/occupiers verify via Singpass.
- Upload Docs: HDB specifies based on employment (see checklists below).
- Submit & Wait: Get HFE in 21 working days; track on portal.
Homejourney tip: Prepare docs digitally for Singpass speed—our bank-rates page compares HDB vs bank loans post-HFE.
Documents Required by Employment Type
HDB tailors requirements to verify stable income for use CPF for HDB. Always include Credit Bureau report (free via CTOS) and ID proofs.
Employees with CPF Contributions
- 3 months’ latest payslips
- Latest 15 months’ CPF contribution history (download from CPF site)
Employees without CPF
- 6+ months’ payslips
- Credit Bureau report
- Latest 6+ months’ bank statements/passbook
Self-Employed Persons
- Latest IRAS Notice of Assessment or audited accounts
- Credit Bureau report
- Latest 6+ months’ bank statements
Commission-Based/Part-Time
- 6+ months’ commission statements/payslips
- Latest 15 months’ CPF history
- Credit Bureau report
- Latest 6+ months’ bank statements
Odd-Job/Unemployed
- IRAS Notice or employer letter (income, start date, last service)
- Latest 15 months’ CPF history
- Credit Bureau report
- Latest 6+ months’ bank statements
Insider tip: For freelancers in areas like Bugis (near HDB Hub), scan docs at Cheers outlets for quick uploads. Reference our HDB Loan Documents Checklist 2026 | Homejourney Guide ">HDB Loan Documents Checklist 2026 for updates.
CPF Documents for HDB Purchase & Down Payment
CPF HDB purchase needs latest CPF statements showing OA for grants/down payments. HDB caps CPF OA for flat at purchase price minus loan; excess refunds post-sale.
Download 15 months’ history via CPF portal—essential for CPF down payment HDB (e.g., S$10,000 cash + CPF for 4-room BTO at S$400,000). Homejourney verifies via Singpass for seamless property search.
Real example: A Tampines couple (SC/PR, S$8,000 income) used CPF OA S$50,000 for 5% down on S$500,000 resale, getting EHG S$80,000 after HFE approval.
Common Pitfalls & Insider Tips
Avoid delays: Update employment changes monthly; peak periods (pre-BTO launches) take longer. No private property ownership? Screenshot MyHDBPage "no flat owned".
- Declare all debts accurately for TDSR compliance.
- Self-employed: Use latest IRAS NOA (YA2025 for 2026 apps).
- Joint apps: All must endorse; add occupiers early.
- Post-HFE: Compare banks on Homejourney bank-rates (DBS, OCBC, UOB, HSBC).
Disclaimer: This is general info; consult HDB/Homejourney brokers for advice. See CPF for HDB Purchase: Homejourney's Complete Usage Guide ">CPF for HDB Purchase Guide.
Next Steps with Homejourney
After docs, use Homejourney's eligibility calculator at bank-rates#calculator. Apply multi-bank via Singpass for DBS/OCBC offers. For resale, explore Projects ">projects directory.
Link to pillar: Master full HDB financing in our comprehensive guide.
FAQ: Documents for HDB Loan Application
Q: Can I use CPF for HDB down payment without full docs?
A: No—upload CPF history first for HFE. Rules allow up to 25% CPF/cash combined.
Q: What if self-employed for HDB loan?
A: IRAS NOA + bank statements (6 months). Homejourney brokers assist verification.
Q: HFE valid for bank loans too?
A: Yes, pairs with bank IPA. Compare HDB (2.6% pegged) vs banks on our site.
Q: Forgot Credit Bureau—impact?
A: Delays approval; download free via Singpass.
Q: Unemployed spouse applying?
A: Provide prior employer letter + CPF history.
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