[Symbiotic Payback] Foreigner Qualifications and Application Methods
Hello, this is Jobploy's recruitment manager. As the 2025 Mutual Benefit Payback Project begins, many foreigners living in Korea are wondering about their eligibility. I think you might be curious, so I will introduce the contents as follows. 1. What is the Sangsaeng Payback system? The Sangsaeng Payback System is designed to provide benefits if card spending increases from September to November 2025 compared to the previous year's monthly average. This is a government support policy that refunds 20% of the increase in the form of digital Onnuri gift certificates. 2. Can I also apply for the Sangsaeng Payback ? [Foreigner Application Qualifications] - Applicants must be a foreigner aged 19 or older (born before December 31, 2006) and have a credit or check card usage history in 2024. - Most important point: Only foreigners who have received an alien registration card can apply. - Available while residing in Korea. - You cannot apply for a simple tourist visa or a short-term stay visa. ※ Since the purpose of the Sangsaeng Payback is to stimulate domestic consumption and support small business owners, the benefits are only provided to foreigners who reside in Korea and engage in continuous economic activities . 3. How to apply for Sangsaeng Payback Just like foreigners, you can apply online at the Sangsaeng Payback website after verifying your identity . [ https://sangsaengpayback.kr ] When verifying your identity, mobile phone verification or simple verification is required, and proxy applications are not possible. If you are a member of the Digital Onnuri app, you can complete the application by entering basic information and agreeing to a few terms without having to register separately. If you are not a member, you will need to additionally sign up for the Onnuri app. [Required procedures for application] - After accessing the Sangsaeng Payback website, verify your identity. - Enter basic information (alien registration number) - Agree to the collection and use of personal information and payback - Sign up for the Digital Onnuri app (if you are not a member) [Application Period and Schedule] division detail Application period Monday, September 15, 9:00 AM - Sunday, November 30, 24:00 Payment amount 20% of monthly consumption increase (up to 100,000 won per month) Payment method Digital Onnuri Gift Certificate expiration period 5 years from the date of payment The first application period will be divided into five categories based on the last digit of your birth year . [This also applies to foreigners.] You can apply on that date or after September 20th. With just one application, you can automatically receive a payback for your increased consumption over the three months from September to November. Payback is the increase from September to November 2025 compared to the average monthly card usage amount in 2025. 20% is paid in Digital Onnuri gift certificates, and you can receive up to 100,000 won per month. [ 5-part application schedule ] date Last digit of birth year applicable for application Monday, September 15th 5, 0 Tuesday, September 16th 6, 1 Wednesday, September 17th 7, 2 Thursday, September 18th 8, 3 Friday, September 19th 9, 4 After Saturday, September 20th Everyone can apply Foreigners who have difficulty applying online can receive application support from traditional market merchants' associations, small business support centers , and local SME and Startup Administrations. You can also receive guidance on how to apply directly at branches of Kookmin Bank, Woori Bank, Nonghyup Bank, and the National Agricultural Cooperative Federation. When visiting, please be sure to bring your credit/check card, alien registration card, and mobile phone. ※Special purpose cards such as corporate cards, gift cards, and local currency are excluded. Please carefully check your eligibility and apply during the applicable period to receive the benefits. We will continue to provide helpful information to foreigners.