Gwangjin-gu Supports Disabled Bus Users with Up to 50,000 KRW Monthly Fare Assistance

Gwangjin-gu Opens Applications for Bus Fare Support for Disabled Persons

Seoul Bus Fares Include Gyeonggi and Incheon Transfer Fees, Up to 50,000 KRW per Month

Aimed at Reducing Transportation Costs and Ensuring Mobility Rights for Disabled Persons

Gwangjin-gu (Mayor Kim Kyung-ho) will begin accepting applications for bus fare support for disabled persons aged 6 and older starting July 17.

This initiative aims to reduce the financial burden of transportation costs for disabled persons and strengthen their mobility rights.

The program supports transfer fares for Seoul buses and metropolitan area buses (Gyeonggi and Incheon) connected to Seoul buses, up to a monthly limit of 50,000 KRW. In cases of severe disability, support is extended up to 100,000 KRW, including one accompanying caregiver.

Eligible applicants are disabled persons aged 6 or older who are registered residents of Seoul. Foreigners residing in Seoul who have been issued a disability registration card may also apply. However, those receiving transportation support from central government or other Seoul city programs are excluded.

From July 17 to 21, applicants can visit their nearest community service center to apply in advance. To avoid congestion, applications will be accepted according to a five-day rotation based on the last digit of the applicant’s birth year. After July 24, applications can be submitted at any time regardless of birth year.

Applicants who find it difficult to visit a community service center can apply through the Seoul city website. The support is provided through a prepayment and reimbursement system, with reimbursements starting from usage in August. Settlements are made monthly, with payments issued on the 25th of the following month. Support is only available after application; retroactive reimbursement prior to the application date is not possible.

Kim Kyung-ho, Mayor of Gwangjin-gu, stated, “We hope for active interest and applications for the disabled bus fare support program,” adding, “We will continue to work together to expand convenience for disabled persons and increase their social participation.”

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