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TV License Fee Exemption (TV 수신료 면제): How to Apply, Amount & Eligibility (2026)

Exemption from the TV license fee for TVs owned by livelihood and medical benefit recipients

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
TV sets owned by basic livelihood security livelihood and medical benefit recipients are exempt from the KBS TV license fee (Ministry of Health and Welfare recipient reduction program). Housing and education benefit recipients are often stated as not eligible.
Who is eligible
Livelihood or medical benefit recipients (the TV set they own).
When to apply
Apply anytime
How to apply
After obtaining a recipient certificate, apply to the KBS license fee inquiry office or the community service center (주민센터).
Important notes
Because the way the fee is charged has changed, check the latest place to apply (medium confidence).
Note
Since the end of the integrated collection with the KEPCO bill (July 2023), the collection method has changed and where to apply may differ.
Go to the official guide →

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

TV License Fee Exemption (TV 수신료 면제): who can receive it?

Livelihood or medical benefit recipients (the TV set they own).

TV License Fee Exemption (TV 수신료 면제): how do I apply?

After obtaining a recipient certificate, apply to the KBS license fee inquiry office or the community service center (주민센터).

TV License Fee Exemption (TV 수신료 면제): how much will I receive?

TV sets owned by basic livelihood security livelihood and medical benefit recipients are exempt from the KBS TV license fee (Ministry of Health and Welfare recipient reduction program). Housing and education benefit recipients are often stated as not eligible.

TV License Fee Exemption (TV 수신료 면제): when can I apply?

Apply anytime