Dongjak District to Issue 8 Billion Won in Dongjak Sarang Gift Certificates on April 28... Up to 10% Discount

Dongjak District in Seoul (District Mayor Ilha Park) will issue 8 billion won worth of 'Dongjak Sarang Gift Certificates' at 1 p.m. on April 28 to revitalize the local economy. The gift certificates can be used like cash at approximately 8,000 affiliated stores within the district, including traditional markets and small business shops.

District Mayor Ilha Park is shopping at Seongdae Traditional Market for the Lunar New Year holiday last January. Provided by Dongjak District.

This issuance is the second of the year, following the 12 billion won issued for the Lunar New Year holiday, out of a total planned amount of 30 billion won for 2025. The district explained that it decided to issue the certificates early to stimulate local consumption and boost small business sales ahead of the upcoming Golden Holiday in early May.

In particular, the district will offer users a maximum discount benefit of 10%. This will be provided as a 5% discount at the time of purchase and an additional 5% cashback on the amount spent. The cashback event will be conducted on a first-come, first-served basis within a budget limit of 100 million won, and the payment will be made in the month following the transaction. Residents wishing to use the gift certificates can purchase up to 500,000 won per person per month (with a holding limit of 1.5 million won) through the 'Seoul Pay+' app.

District Mayor Ilha Park stated, "We have moved up the issuance schedule of the Dongjak Sarang Gift Certificates in hopes that it will benefit both small business owners and residents during Family Month," and added, "As up to a 10% discount and income tax deduction benefits are provided, we encourage many residents to take advantage of this opportunity."

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