🌏 Korea 2025 Recovery Coupon for Foreign Residents (Up to 550,000 KRW)
Foreign residents in Korea can apply for the 2025 government Living Support Consumption Coupon. This guide explains eligibility, who’s excluded, how to apply (online/in-person), benefit amounts, where you can use the coupon, and key deadlines.
👉 Official Announcement (Seoul Global Center):
Seoul Global Center – Recovery Coupon 2025 Notice
✅ Eligibility for Korea 2025 Recovery Coupon for Foreign Residents
1) Foreigners living with Korean family members
• Listed together on the Resident Registration
• Enrolled in National Health Insurance (NHIS)
2) Foreigners living alone (single household)
• Hold one of these visas: F-5 (Permanent Resident), F-6 (Marriage Migrant), F-2-4 (Refugee Status)
• Enrolled in National Health Insurance (NHIS)
💡 Key point: NHIS enrollment is essential.
Examples: long-term permanent residents (F-5), marriage migrants (F-6), and recognized refugees (F-2-4) can apply much like Korean citizens if insured.
🚫 Exclusion Checklist (Common Reasons)
• Not enrolled in NHIS
• Single-person household without proper registration
• Top 10% of health-insurance premium payers (high-income bracket)
Tip: Don’t rely on hearsay—confirm your status via official guidelines, card-company apps, or Government 24/Bokjiro.
📝 How to Apply for Korea 2025 Recovery Coupon for Foreign Residents
Online
Card company app/website (credit or debit card)
Local Currency app (지역사랑상품권)
Portals: Government 24, Bokjiro, Bojo-geum 24
In Person
Community Centers (주민센터) → prepaid cards / paper vouchers
Bank branches linked to card companies
Assistance / Proxy
Home-visit service for seniors/disabled residents
Family or acquaintances can apply on behalf of others for vouchers
Documents
Alien Registration Card (ARC)
NHIS Certificate
Resident Registration Certificate (if living with Korean family)
Personal card or local currency app
💰 Benefit Amounts
Basic: 150,000 – 400,000 KRW
Non-capital region: +30,000 KRW
Depopulation area: +50,000 KRW
2nd-round recipients: +100,000 KRW
➡️ Maximum: 550,000 KRW
📍 Where You Can Use It
Within your registered residential area
At small local businesses (annual sales under 3 billion KRW)
Examples: traditional markets, kimbap shops, cafés, academies, salons
🚫 Not valid at: supermarkets, department stores, delivery apps, online malls, entertainment businesses
⏰ Application Windows & Deadline
• 1st round: July 21 – September 12, 2025
• 2nd round: September 22 – October 31, 2025
• Usage deadline: November 30, 2025 (unused balance expires)
Note: During the first week, weekday rules may apply based on the last digit of your birth year.
⚠️ Important Notes
Verify NHIS status with NHIS (1577-1000)
Check premium level → top 10% may be excluded
Confirm household registration details
False applications → repayment + possible legal consequences
❓ FAQ
Q. Not enrolled in NHIS, can I apply?
A. No. NHIS is required.
Q. Only one Korean family member in my household, still eligible?
A. Yes, if on the same Resident Registration and NHIS.
Q. Foreign resident living alone?
A. Yes, with F-5/F-6/F-2-4 visa and NHIS.
👉 Take Action
Don’t miss out—check your eligibility and apply within the deadline.
Official info: Government 24 or your local community center.
👉 Official Info: Seoul Global Center – Recovery Coupon 2025
Related guide for newcomers: How to open a bank account in Korea → https://enko.co.kr/how-to-open-bank-account-in-korea/
2025년 외국인을 위한 민생회복 소비쿠폰(Recovery Coupon)
대상: 영주권자(F-5), 결혼이민(F-6), 난민(F-2-4) 등 + 건강보험 가입자
신청: 카드사 앱·홈페이지, 지역사랑상품권 앱, 주민센터·은행 창구
금액: 최대 55만 원 (기본 15~40만 원 + 지역/차수별 추가)
사용처: 주민등록지 내 소상공인 매장
기간: 1차(7/21~9/12), 2차(9/22~10/31), 사용 마감(11/30)
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