Sunchang County to Provide "High Oil Price Damage Relief Funds" to Support Livelihood Stabilization

First Round Applications: April 27 - May 8
Second Round Applications: May 18 - July 3

Sunchang County will provide "High Oil Price Damage Relief Funds" to help stabilize the lives of residents and revitalize the local economy amid difficulties caused by the ongoing war in the Middle East.

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This relief fund will be distributed to residents registered in Sunchang County as of March 30, 2026. The first round of recipients includes basic livelihood security beneficiaries, those in the near-poverty class, and single-parent families. The second round will be distributed to residents whose household income falls within the bottom 70% nationally.

The payment amounts are as follows: 600,000 won per recipient for basic livelihood security beneficiaries; 500,000 won for the near-poverty class and single-parent families; and 250,000 won for residents in the bottom 70% income group. Reflecting the characteristics of rural population decline areas, the support amount is 50,000 won higher than in general regions.

The application period for the first round will run for two weeks, from April 27 to May 8. The second round will be open for applications for seven weeks, from May 18 to July 3. All relief funds distributed in both rounds can be used until August 31, 2026.

As for payment methods, residents can choose between credit or debit cards, prepaid cards, or local gift certificates—similar to last year’s livelihood recovery consumption coupons. Offline applications can be made at the local town or township administrative welfare centers corresponding to the applicant’s registered address. Applicants can receive an anonymous prepaid card immediately upon applying in person. A valid ID and application form are required for application, and in the case of minors, the head of household may apply on their behalf.

In particular, a "visiting application service" will also be provided for elderly or disabled residents with mobility challenges. By calling the local administrative welfare center, a staff member will visit in person to assist with the application process.

The relief funds can be used at affiliated merchants within Sunchang County, including traditional markets, neighborhood supermarkets, restaurants, cafes, hair salons, clothing stores, and opticians. However, usage is restricted at entertainment and gambling establishments, online e-commerce platforms, for taxes and public utility fees, and for transportation and telecommunications fees. Additionally, the funds can only be used at small businesses with annual sales of 3 billion won or less.

A Sunchang County official stated, "We hope that this High Oil Price Damage Relief Fund will help stabilize residents’ lives and support the recovery of the local economy amid the difficult economic conditions caused by the war in the Middle East. We will do our best to provide administrative support so that all residents can apply without inconvenience."

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