How to Get Korea’s First Encounter Voucher – Up to 3 Million KRW Baby Support

Korea’s First Encounter Voucher is a government benefit program that provides up to 3 million KRW to support newborns and reduce the financial burden on families. This guide explains eligibility, how to apply, where to use it, and how to check the balance.

Table of Contents

1. What is the First Encounter Voucher?
2. Eligibility
3. Benefits
4. How to Apply
5. How to Use
6. How to Check Remaining Balance

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1. What is the First Encounter Voucher?

The First Encounter Voucher is a government support program that provides a voucher to newborns to alleviate the financial burden of early childhood care. The issued voucher can be used freely in various places, offering practical support to families.

Go to First Encounter Voucher Application

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2. Eligibility

You are eligible to apply for the First Encounter Voucher if you meet all of the following criteria:

• A newborn who has been registered and assigned a resident registration number
• A child under 1 year of age based on the date of birth in the registration
• Only children born after 2022 are eligible, and applications must be made based on the registered address.

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3. Benefits

Birth Order	Support Amount
First Child	2,000,000 KRW
Second Child and beyond	3,000,000 KRW

• Applies to children born on or after January 1, 2024
• Restricted Usage: Cannot be used for entertainment, gambling, or other restricted industries
• Allowed Usage: Freely usable in most industries, including online shopping

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4. How to Apply

Application Method	Details
In-person	A guardian or proxy must visit the local community service center (Eup, Myeon, Dong)
Online	Bokjiro or Government24 for non-face-to-face application
Mail/Fax	Available for incarcerated women raising children in correctional facilities

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5. How to Use

• You must issue a National Happiness Card to use the government subsidy
• The subsidy can be used at most merchants except for restricted industries and is freely usable when purchasing goods

Korea’s “National Happiness Card” – Enjoy Government Benefits All in One Place

Korea’s “National Happiness Card” – Enjoy Government Benefits All in One Place

 

 

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6. How to Check Remaining Balance

Method	Where to Check
Portal	Social Service Electronic Voucher Website (not real-time)
Card Company	Check through the card company’s website, mobile app, text messages, alerts, or customer center

 

For the most accurate balance and usage history, we recommend checking with your card company directly.