[All] Where can the People's Livelihood Recovery Support Fund be used? A complete guide to the application process, the period of use, and the amount of support!

2025 People's Livelihood Recovery Support Fund Payment! A quick overview of usage, application methods, usage period, minors' applications, and whether albums can be purchased. A complete summary of consumer coupon benefits that you won't regret if you miss out on!

 

1. How much livelihood recovery support fund can I receive?

 

The 2025 livelihood recovery support fund will be paid to all citizens as a basic amount of 150,000 won, and additional amounts will be added depending on income level and region. Lower-income and single-parent families can receive 300,000 won, basic livelihood recipients can receive up to 400,000 won, and residents of non-metropolitan areas or rural and fishing villages with declining populations will receive up to 50,000 won. In September, an additional 100,000 won will be paid to citizens excluding the top 10% of income earners.

 

 

2. What is the application period and method? (Including weekday operation)

 

Applications will begin on July 21st, and can be made online or offline through the card company’s app or at the community center. Please note that the first week will be operated on a day of the week basis based on the last digit of your birth year.

 

1st application	2025.7.21 ~ 9.12
2nd application	2025.9.22 ~ 10.31
How to apply	Online: Card company/local love gift certificate app, website, call center Offline: Community Center, Affiliated Bank
Weekday operation	The first week is based on the last digit of the year of birth Mon: 1·6 / Tue: 2·7 / Wed: 3·8 / Thu: 4·9 / Fri: 0·5 Anyone can apply starting this weekend

 

3. Where can I use it? (Summary of changes in 2025)

The subsidy can only be used at stores with annual sales of 3 billion won or less in the region. We recommend using stores with a 'People's Livelihood Recovery Consumption Coupon Available' sticker attached!

 

Available	Neighborhood mart, hospital, academy, beauty salon, traditional market, etc.
Not available	Department stores, large marts, online shopping malls, luxury brands, entertainment establishments, etc.

 

4. When is the expiration date?

The expiration date is November 30, 2025 (Sunday). If you pass this date, the remaining amount will be forfeited and cannot be refunded! We recommend that you decide on the necessary consumption in advance and use it up before November.

 

 

5. Can minors also apply?

 

Minors can also apply, but there are conditions. If they live with their parents, the head of household must apply on their behalf, and minors must go to the community center to apply in person. You can apply offline by visiting the community center at your registered address as of June 18, 2025! The amount is paid per person.

 

 

6. Is it possible to purchase an album? (Explanation based on usage)

Album purchases may or may not be possible depending on the store's conditions. Before purchasing, it is essential to check whether the store accepts the Minseongheibok Consumption Coupon!

 

If possible	If the local offline record store has annual sales of less than 3 billion won and is registered as a franchise store
If it is impossible	Large online malls (e.g. Weverse Shop, Yes24), department stores, and chain stores, etc.

 

 

Q&A

Q1. Can I receive the livelihood recovery support fund in cash?

A. No. It will be paid in credit/check/prepaid card points or local love gift certificates.

 

Q2. Can I use it in online shopping malls?

A. No. It cannot be used in online malls, large platforms, luxury brands, etc.

 

Q3. Will it be paid automatically if I don't apply?

A. No. You must apply for it to receive it. If you don't apply, you won't receive it.

 

Q4. When can I apply?

A. The first week (July 21-25) is operated based on the last digit of your birth year.

 

Q5. Will unused amounts be refunded?

A. It is non-refundable and automatically expires, so it must be used within the deadline.

 

 

 

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