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1. What is the National Happiness Card?
The National Happiness Card is a welfare-only card provided by the government that integrates 19 types of voucher services such as maternity & childbirth, childcare, diaper support, energy vouchers, and more. Please refer to the application guide below.
2. Benefits of the National Happiness Card
The major voucher services provided through the National Happiness Card are as follows:
| Voucher Service | Details of Support |
| Health Insurance Maternity & Childbirth Medical Expenses | KRW 600,000 per pregnancy (KRW 1,000,000 for twins) |
| Medical Support for Teenage Mothers | KRW 1,200,000 per person, for OB/GYN use only |
| Mother & Newborn Health Management | Up to KRW 1,620,000 depending on number of fetuses and income |
| Diapers & Formula Support | Diapers: KRW 64,000/month, Formula: KRW 150,000/month (if eligible) |
| Energy Voucher | Electricity bill support for summer/winter (e.g., KRW 40,700 for single households ~ KRW 102,000 for 4+ members) |
| Childcare Services | Hourly and full-day services supported differently based on income |
| Sanitary Products Voucher for Female Adolescents | Up to KRW 168,000 per year (based on 2025 rate) |
| First Meeting Voucher | KRW 2,000,000 once per newborn |
| Nationwide Mental Health Support | 8 psychological counseling sessions supported |
| Daily Care Services | Includes 12–72 hours of basic care, hospital escort, psychological support, etc. |
| Emergency Care Support | Up to 72 hours of care, bath visits, and other emergency services |
| Support for People with Developmental Disabilities | 1:1 daytime care, up to 176 hours per month |
Each voucher has its own eligibility criteria such as age or income. Please check the official site before applying.
3. How to Apply
Using the National Happiness Card involves two steps.
STEP 1. Apply and Receive the Card
You can apply via visit, phone, or online through any of the five card issuers.
| Card Company | Available Banks for Visit Application | Phone Application | Online Application |
| BC Card | Busan, Hana, IBK, Jeju, etc. | 1899-4651 | Go to site |
| Lotte Card | Lotte branches and department stores | 1899-4282 | Go to site |
| Samsung Card | Samsung Card offices and Shinsegae Department Stores | 1566-3336 | Go to site |
| KB Kookmin Card | KB branches and offices | 1599-7900 | Go to site |
| Shinhan Card | Shinhan Bank branches nationwide | 1544-8868 | Go to site |
STEP 2. Apply for Voucher Services
- Apply via each service’s government department, official website (e.g., Social Service e-Voucher), or at local community centers
The National Happiness Card is a government program that allows you to receive multiple benefits through a single issued card and separate service applications. It is especially useful for childbirth, childcare, adolescents, and energy-related support. Check your eligibility to enjoy these benefits.
