Child benefits in Korea, often referred to as childcare allowance, provide financial support to parents to help with the costs of raising children. The specific amounts vary depending on the child's age, with some provisions for children with disabilities.
Understanding Childcare Allowance Amounts
The childcare allowance provides a monthly sum to support families. The amount received is determined by the child's age in months.
Standard Childcare Allowance
The standard monthly childcare allowance amounts are as follows:
Age (months old) | Amount of Childcare Allowance (Won) |
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0 ~ 11 | 200,000 |
12 ~ 23 | 150,000 |
24 ~ 35 | 100,000 |
36 ~ under 84 | 100,000 |
Childcare Allowance for Children with a Disability
For children with a disability, the allowance may differ for certain age groups:
Age (months old) | Amount of Childcare Allowance for a Child with a Disability (Won) |
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0 ~ 11 | 200,000 |
12 ~ 23 | (Not specified as different from standard) |
24 ~ 35 | (Not specified as different from standard) |
36 ~ under 84 | 100,000 |
These allowances aim to ease the financial burden on families and support child development across different stages.