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Basic Livelihood Security Application and Decision Process and Simulation (기초생활보장 신청·결정 절차 및 모의계산): How to Apply, Amount & Eligibility (2026)

6 steps: application → investigation → decision → benefit → verification; check your eligibility in advance with the Bokjiro simulation

This page is a translation of the Korean original and is for reference only. The official Korean guidance is the authoritative source for amounts and conditions, so be sure to confirm on the official website before applying. View Korean original (한국어)

Benefit: Where to apply: community service center (주민센터) at your address (ex officio applications and private referrals are also possible). Documents: social security benefit application form, consent form for financial information, lease contract, proof of income and assets. Decision after investigation (objections within 90 days of the decision). Annual verification. Livelihood benefit = selection criterion amount minus recognized income. Use the 'simulation' on Bokjiro (복지로).
Who is eligible: All households with difficulty in income and assets (the eligible person, relatives and other related persons).
When to apply: Year-round
How to apply: Community service center (주민센터) or online with simulation at Bokjiro (복지로, bokjiro.go.kr). 129.
Important notes: Delaying your application means losing that much benefit. A decision generally comes within 30 days (60 days if extended).
Note: Benefits start from the application date, so apply first if you think you may qualify. The support obligor criterion for the livelihood benefit applies only when annual income exceeds KRW 130 million or assets exceed KRW 1.2 billion.

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Based on official sources as of 2026년 10월. Amounts and requirements may change, so please confirm with the official guide before applying.

Frequently asked questions

Basic Livelihood Security Application and Decision Process and Simulation (기초생활보장 신청·결정 절차 및 모의계산): who can receive it?

All households with difficulty in income and assets (the eligible person, relatives and other related persons).

Basic Livelihood Security Application and Decision Process and Simulation (기초생활보장 신청·결정 절차 및 모의계산): how do I apply?

Community service center (주민센터) or online with simulation at Bokjiro (복지로, bokjiro.go.kr). 129.

Basic Livelihood Security Application and Decision Process and Simulation (기초생활보장 신청·결정 절차 및 모의계산): how much will I receive?

Where to apply: community service center (주민센터) at your address (ex officio applications and private referrals are also possible). Documents: social security benefit application form, consent form for financial information, lease contract, proof of income and assets. Decision after investigation (objections within 90 days of the decision). Annual verification. Livelihood benefit = selection criterion amount minus recognized income. Use the 'simulation' on Bokjiro (복지로).

Basic Livelihood Security Application and Decision Process and Simulation (기초생활보장 신청·결정 절차 및 모의계산): when can I apply?

Year-round