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Child Rearing Allowance for Single-Parent Families (한부모가족 아동양육비): How to Apply, Amount & Eligibility (2026)

Low-income single-parent households: KRW 230,000 per month per child under 18, plus an additional KRW 100,000 per month (where applicable)

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: Single-parent and grandparent-grandchild families with recognized income at or below 65% of median (expansion reported for 2026); child rearing allowance KRW 230,000 per month per child. Teenage single parents (age 24 or younger): KRW 400,000 per month for ages 0-1 and KRW 370,000 per month for age 2 or older. Additional child rearing allowance of KRW 100,000 per month for unmarried single parents, grandparent-grandchild families with a child aged 5 or under, and children of young-adult single parents. School supplies allowance about KRW 100,000 per year.
Who is eligible: Single-parent and grandparent-grandchild families raising a child under age 18, with recognized income at or below 65% of median (separate criteria for teenage single parents).
When to apply: Apply anytime (decision in 2-4 weeks)
How to apply: Apply at the community service center (주민센터) at your address or online via Bokjiro (복지로). Inquire at a Single-Parent Family Support Center (한부모가족지원센터).
Important notes: Paid from the month of application. Annual verification.
Note: Amounts for teenage single parents and the additional allowance were not confirmed in official sources. Restrictions on overlapping with other benefits may apply.

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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

Child Rearing Allowance for Single-Parent Families (한부모가족 아동양육비): who can receive it?

Single-parent and grandparent-grandchild families raising a child under age 18, with recognized income at or below 65% of median (separate criteria for teenage single parents).

Child Rearing Allowance for Single-Parent Families (한부모가족 아동양육비): how do I apply?

Apply at the community service center (주민센터) at your address or online via Bokjiro (복지로). Inquire at a Single-Parent Family Support Center (한부모가족지원센터).

Child Rearing Allowance for Single-Parent Families (한부모가족 아동양육비): how much will I receive?

Single-parent and grandparent-grandchild families with recognized income at or below 65% of median (expansion reported for 2026); child rearing allowance KRW 230,000 per month per child. Teenage single parents (age 24 or younger): KRW 400,000 per month for ages 0-1 and KRW 370,000 per month for age 2 or older. Additional child rearing allowance of KRW 100,000 per month for unmarried single parents, grandparent-grandchild families with a child aged 5 or under, and children of young-adult single parents. School supplies allowance about KRW 100,000 per year.

Child Rearing Allowance for Single-Parent Families (한부모가족 아동양육비): when can I apply?

Apply anytime (decision in 2-4 weeks)