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Child-Rearing Allowance for Teenage Parents (청소년부모 아동양육비): How to Apply, Amount & Eligibility (2026)

Both parents aged 24 or younger: KRW 250,000 per month per child (65% or less of median income)

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: KRW 250,000 per month per child is paid to households of teenage parents (not single-parent families) in which both parents raising the child are aged 24 or younger (full age). Income criterion is 65% or less of median income (KRW 3,480,000 per month for 3 persons, KRW 4,220,000 for 4 persons). The eligible group is stated to be expanded in 2026.
Who is eligible: Households where both parents are aged 24 or younger (full age), raising a child, at 65% or less of median income
When to apply: Year-round
How to apply: Visit the eup/myeon/dong administrative welfare center (행정복지센터). Family counseling 1577-4206
Important notes: Investigation and decision after application
Note: Policy news describes this as a nationwide program, but some gov.kr pages list it under local government jurisdiction; check with your local government of residence.

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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 Teenage Parents (청소년부모 아동양육비): who can receive it?

Households where both parents are aged 24 or younger (full age), raising a child, at 65% or less of median income

Child-Rearing Allowance for Teenage Parents (청소년부모 아동양육비): how do I apply?

Visit the eup/myeon/dong administrative welfare center (행정복지센터). Family counseling 1577-4206

Child-Rearing Allowance for Teenage Parents (청소년부모 아동양육비): how much will I receive?

KRW 250,000 per month per child is paid to households of teenage parents (not single-parent families) in which both parents raising the child are aged 24 or younger (full age). Income criterion is 65% or less of median income (KRW 3,480,000 per month for 3 persons, KRW 4,220,000 for 4 persons). The eligible group is stated to be expanded in 2026.

Child-Rearing Allowance for Teenage Parents (청소년부모 아동양육비): when can I apply?

Year-round