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What is the child benefit in Korea?

Published in Child Benefits Korea 1 min read

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)
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)
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.