Taebaek City to Begin Applications for 2nd Phase of Livelihood Recovery Consumption Coupons on the 22nd

Excluding the Top 10% Income Bracket
100,000 Won Provided Per Person

Taebaek City in Gangwon Province (Mayor Lee Sangho) announced on September 16 that applications for the "2nd Phase of Livelihood Recovery Consumption Coupons" will begin on the 22nd. This support initiative aims to boost local spending and revitalize the regional economy.

'Notice for Application of the 2nd Phase of Livelihood Recovery Consumption Coupons.' Provided by Taebaek City

In this second phase, 100,000 won will be provided per person to all citizens except for the top 10% income bracket. Eligibility is determined based on whether the health insurance premium paid in June 2025 is below the standard amount set by household size and type. Households with a combined property tax base exceeding 1.2 billion won in 2024 or financial income exceeding 20 million won are excluded from the program.

The application period runs from the 22nd to October 31. Any citizen who was registered as a resident of Taebaek City as of June 18 is eligible to apply. Minors must apply together with their head of household. During the first week of implementation (September 22-26), applications will be accepted according to the last digit of the applicant's birth year.

Applications can be submitted through the following channels: the "Geurigo" app for Tantan Pay, the local administrative welfare center corresponding to the applicant's address, credit card company websites, apps, call centers, ARS, and bank branches affiliated with credit card companies.

The consumption coupons can be used at Tantan Pay-affiliated merchants within the region and at small businesses with annual sales of 3 billion won or less. "Restricted industries" such as entertainment and gambling businesses are excluded. The coupons from both the first and second phases must be used by November 30; any unused amount by the deadline will be automatically forfeited.

A Taebaek City official stated, "The Livelihood Recovery Consumption Coupon is an important program to stimulate local consumption and support the livelihoods of ordinary citizens. We will actively promote the program so that all citizens can apply within the deadline and receive the benefits."

Meanwhile, the government, credit card companies, and local currency operators emphasized that they do not send text messages containing URLs or links regarding the Livelihood Recovery Consumption Coupon. They advised citizens not to click on internet addresses in suspicious messages and to delete such messages immediately.

For inquiries related to the consumption coupons, please contact the Taebaek City Integrated Call Center, your local administrative welfare center, or the dedicated Livelihood Recovery Consumption Coupon Call Center.

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