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Youth-Only Beotimmok Jeonse Loan (청년전용 버팀목전세자금대출): How to Apply, Amount & Eligibility (2026)

Up to KRW 150 million (KRW 120 million for single household heads under 25), within 80% of the deposit, 2.2-3.3% per year

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
Limit of KRW 150 million (KRW 120 million for single household heads under age 25) or 80% of the jeonse deposit, whichever is smaller. Base interest 2.2-3.3% per year, variable (by income and deposit; homes outside the Seoul metropolitan area -0.2%p). Eligible homes up to 85㎡ of exclusive area (60㎡ or less for those under 25), deposit up to KRW 300 million. Contracts made before 2025-06-27 are subject to KRW 200 million (KRW 150 million for those under 25).
Who is eligible
Ages 19-34, household heads not owning a home (including prospective household heads), combined annual income of the couple up to KRW 50 million, net assets up to KRW 345 million.
When to apply
Anytime. Apply after signing the lease and before paying the balance or moving in (apply after the contract is signed).
How to apply
Visit a Housing and Urban Fund commissioned bank (Woori, Kookmin, Shinhan, Hana, Nonghyup, etc.) or use the app. https://nhuf.molit.go.kr Inquiries 1566-9009
Important notes
Within 3 months of the lease contract date or before moving in, etc. – check by bank. A deposit of 5% or more must have been paid.
Note
Rates change from time to time – check with the commissioned bank. Net assets up to KRW 345 million (2026). A different product from the Youth-Only Guaranteed Monthly Rent Loan (청년전용 보증부월세대출).
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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

Youth-Only Beotimmok Jeonse Loan (청년전용 버팀목전세자금대출): who can receive it?

Ages 19-34, household heads not owning a home (including prospective household heads), combined annual income of the couple up to KRW 50 million, net assets up to KRW 345 million.

Youth-Only Beotimmok Jeonse Loan (청년전용 버팀목전세자금대출): how do I apply?

Visit a Housing and Urban Fund commissioned bank (Woori, Kookmin, Shinhan, Hana, Nonghyup, etc.) or use the app. https://nhuf.molit.go.kr Inquiries 1566-9009

Youth-Only Beotimmok Jeonse Loan (청년전용 버팀목전세자금대출): how much will I receive?

Limit of KRW 150 million (KRW 120 million for single household heads under age 25) or 80% of the jeonse deposit, whichever is smaller. Base interest 2.2-3.3% per year, variable (by income and deposit; homes outside the Seoul metropolitan area -0.2%p). Eligible homes up to 85㎡ of exclusive area (60㎡ or less for those under 25), deposit up to KRW 300 million. Contracts made before 2025-06-27 are subject to KRW 200 million (KRW 150 million for those under 25).

Youth-Only Beotimmok Jeonse Loan (청년전용 버팀목전세자금대출): when can I apply?

Anytime. Apply after signing the lease and before paying the balance or moving in (apply after the contract is signed).