{"content_id":"a0vhirvq4o","slug":"2026-energy-voucher-application-guide-2","locale":"en","schema_type":"HowTo","category":"how_to","category_name":"How-to","title":"How to Apply for the 2026 Energy Voucher: Eligibility, Household Support Amounts, and Bokjiro Process","summary":"Households that meet both the income and household member criteria for the 2026 Energy Voucher can apply from June 15 through December 31. This guide covers support amounts by household size, application procedures through Bokjiro or an administrative welfare center, and the difference between bill deductions and the National Happiness Card.","sponsorship_disclosure":null,"author":{"name":"Injoys Editorial Team","url":"https://injoys.com/ko/about"},"key_points":["Check both whether you receive livelihood, medical, housing, or education benefits and whether your registered household meets the household characteristics criteria.","Prepare the required materials, including identification, a recent energy bill, your customer number, and documents for applying through a representative.","Apply online through Bokjiro by December 31, 2026, or visit the eup, myeon, or dong administrative welfare center for your registered address.","During the application process, choose the method that suits your household: deductions from electricity, city gas, or district heating bills, or use of the National Happiness Card.","Check the application result and usage period, and notify the administrative welfare center if you move, change providers, or your household membership changes."],"content_markdown":"The 2026 Energy Voucher application period is **from June 15 to December 31, 2026**. To apply, you must confirm that you meet both the National Basic Livelihood Security benefit recipient requirements and the household member characteristic requirements. Online applications are available through Bokjiro, while in-person applications can be submitted at the eup, myeon, or dong Administrative Welfare Center responsible for your registered address.\n\nThe support amount is not a monthly cash payment. It is an annual voucher limit that households can use during the designated usage period for energy bill deductions or payments with the National Happiness Card.\n\n## Quick Checks Before Applying\n\nChecking the following four items first can reduce application rejections or requests for additional information.\n\n1. **Application period:** June 15–December 31, 2026\n2. **Income criteria:** Confirm whether the household receives livelihood, medical, housing, or education benefits\n3. **Household member characteristic criteria:** Confirm whether the recipient or any household member listed on the resident registration record belongs to an eligible category\n4. **Application channel:** Apply online through Bokjiro or in person at the eup, myeon, or dong Administrative Welfare Center responsible for your address\n\nEven if you received support in the previous year, if your household members, address, energy source, or benefit eligibility have changed, do not assume that your application will automatically be processed in the same way. You should check your application status.\n\n## 2026 Eligibility Requirements\n\nTo qualify for an Energy Voucher, households generally must **meet both the income criteria and the household member characteristic criteria**.\n\n### 1. Income Criteria\n\nConfirm whether the applicant household receives one of the following benefits under the National Basic Livelihood Security System.\n\n- Livelihood benefits\n- Medical benefits\n- Housing benefits\n- Education benefits\n\nA household does not automatically qualify simply because it has a low income. Its recipient status at the time of application must be verifiable through administrative records.\n\n### 2. Household Member Characteristic Criteria\n\nThe recipient or a household member included in the resident registration record must fall under an officially recognized category. Representative eligible categories include:\n\n- Older adults\n- Infants and young children\n- Registered persons with disabilities\n- Pregnant women\n- People with serious illnesses, rare diseases, or serious intractable diseases\n- People who belong to single-parent families\n- People who belong to child-headed households\n- Multi-child households recognized under the guidelines for the relevant year\n\nThe reference date for age, scope of recognized illnesses, method of pregnancy verification, and eligibility conditions for multi-child households are determined by each year’s program guidelines. If someone is near an age cutoff or there has recently been a birth, pregnancy, diagnosis, or change in family relationship, it is safest to check Bokjiro’s 2026 guidance or contact an Administrative Welfare Center.\n\n### How Is the Number of Household Members Determined?\n\nThe number of household members used to calculate the support amount is not simply the number of people living in the same home. It is the number administratively confirmed as belonging to the household eligible for the Energy Voucher. If there has been a separation of resident registration, admission to a facility, death, birth, move-in, or move-out, the household composition may be determined differently during the application process.\n\n## Support Amount by Household Size\n\nUnder the 2026 guidance, the total support amounts by household size are as follows.\n\n| Eligible household | Support amount |\n|---|---:|\n| 1-person household | 295,200 won |\n| 2-person household | 407,500 won |\n| 3-person household | 532,700 won |\n| Household of at least 4 people | 701,300 won |\n\nThis amount is not deposited monthly as cash for living expenses. It is a voucher limit that can be used for permitted energy sources during the designated usage period, and any unused balance may expire under the program rules. Because the application period and actual usage period may differ, you must separately confirm the usage deadline in the selection notice or official guidance.\n\n## Application Documents and Preparations\n\nDocuments that can be verified through the administrative information-sharing system may not need to be submitted separately. However, depending on the application method and household circumstances, it is advisable to prepare the following:\n\n- Applicant’s ID\n- Recent electricity, city gas, district heating, or other energy bill\n- Customer number or payer number issued by the energy supplier\n- Recent apartment maintenance fee bill if energy charges are included in the apartment maintenance fees\n- Power of attorney and identification documents for both the applicant and representative when applying through a representative\n- Supporting documents for pregnancy, family relationships, household changes, or other facts that cannot be verified through administrative records\n- If using the National Happiness Card, documents confirming whether you have the card and the name of the cardholder\n\nTo select bill deductions, the supplier and customer number must be accurate. If the relationship between the name on the bill and the applicant household is unclear, or if you enter a customer number from before a move, the deduction may be delayed.\n\n## Bokjiro Online Application Process\n\n1. Access Bokjiro and log in using a joint certificate, financial certificate, or supported simplified authentication method.\n2. Find services for low-income households under the **Service Application \u003e Welfare Service Application** menu.\n3. Select the Energy Voucher and verify the applicant and household member information.\n4. Enter your contact information, residence, preferred usage method, and energy supplier information.\n5. Submit any required supporting documents as files.\n6. Agree to the use of personal information, administrative information inquiries, and other required terms, then submit the application.\n7. Check the submission confirmation screen or application history to confirm that the application was submitted successfully.\n\nIf your benefit eligibility or household members are displayed incorrectly during the online application, contact the Administrative Welfare Center responsible for your address rather than changing the information yourself to make it match. If you need a National Happiness Card, you can separately check whether a new card must be issued or whether an existing card can be used after voucher approval.\n\n## In-Person Application Process at an Administrative Welfare Center\n\nIf online access is difficult or your household information differs from your actual circumstances, you may visit the eup, myeon, or dong Administrative Welfare Center responsible for your registered address.\n\n1. Prepare your ID and a recent energy bill.\n2. Tell the staff at the relevant service counter that you wish to apply for an Energy Voucher.\n3. Complete the application form and required consent forms.\n4. Confirm household member characteristics, benefit eligibility, energy usage method, and customer number.\n5. Obtain an application receipt or the contact details of the responsible department so that you can check requests for additional information and the selection result.\n\nIf you have mobility difficulties or cannot apply in person, you may ask the Administrative Welfare Center whether an application through a representative or an ex officio application by the responsible public official is possible. An ex officio application requires the applicant’s consent and administrative procedures, so it does not mean that support is paid automatically.\n\n## Differences Between Bill Deductions and the National Happiness Card\n\n| Category | Bill deduction | National Happiness Card |\n|---|---|---|\n| Usage method | Deduct the voucher amount from the energy bill | Pay by card at permitted retailers |\n| Key information to check | Supplier, customer number, name on the bill | Cardholder name, card status, participating retailers |\n| Suitable for | Households that regularly receive electricity, city gas, or district heating bills | Households that need to purchase kerosene, LPG, briquettes, or other fuels directly |\n| Caution | Deductions may be delayed if the customer number is incorrect or the supplier changes | Cash withdrawals and payments for unauthorized items are not allowed |\n\nBill deductions do not involve receiving cash and then paying the bill. Instead, the support amount is applied during the billing process. The National Happiness Card is also not a cash-equivalent card that can be used freely. It may be used only for energy sources and at merchants designated by the program.\n\nYou should choose based on your type of housing and heating method. For example, if district heating charges are included in apartment maintenance fees, first confirm the supplier information with the management office. If you purchase kerosene individually, it is advisable to check whether nearby retailers accept payments with the National Happiness Card.\n\n## Restrictions on Duplicate Support and Briquette Conversion Applications\n\nEnergy Voucher support may be restricted to prevent recipients from receiving duplicate energy assistance for the same purpose and period. Programs that typically require confirmation include:\n\n- Winter fuel assistance under the Emergency Welfare Support System\n- Briquette coupons operated by the Korea Energy Agency or related institutions\n- Support programs for heating or fuel purchases during the same period\n\nReceiving other support does not necessarily mean that all Energy Voucher support will automatically be denied. Because the applicable periods and scope of duplicate support restrictions vary by program, you must accurately list existing support on the application and receive a determination from the Administrative Welfare Center.\n\nApplications for the 2026 briquette conversion Energy Voucher **opened on August 7**. This is not a program that provides an additional duplicate payment on top of the general Energy Voucher. It should be understood as a process for reviewing the relationship with existing briquette-related support and determining whether conversion is available. Before applying, confirm the eligibility conditions, required supporting documents concerning heating equipment and fuel, and how existing briquette coupons will be handled through the official notice and the Administrative Welfare Center.\n\n## Changes That Are Easy to Miss After Applying\n\nCompleting the application does not mean that the bill will be deducted immediately. Eligibility verification, household confirmation, a benefit decision, and linkage with supplier information may be required.\n\nIf any of the following occurs, ask the Administrative Welfare Center whether the change must be reported and processed.\n\n- You move and your address and energy supplier change\n- Your electricity or gas customer number or the name on the bill changes\n- A household member is born, dies, moves in, or moves out\n- Your benefit type or eligibility changes\n- You change your heating method from city gas to kerosene or another fuel\n- You need to use the National Happiness Card instead of bill deductions\n\nIn particular, after moving, the customer number from your previous address may not automatically carry over to the new bill. Prepare the new supplier’s customer number and bill, and check whether the information can be updated.\n\n## Final Checklist\n\n- [ ] I confirmed that the household receives one of the following: livelihood, medical, housing, or education benefits.\n- [ ] I confirmed that someone in the registered household meets the household member characteristic criteria.\n- [ ] I checked the support amount based on the number of household members.\n- [ ] I made plans to apply before December 31, 2026.\n- [ ] I checked the supplier and customer number on the most recent bill.\n- [ ] I selected the appropriate method between bill deductions and the National Happiness Card.\n- [ ] I checked existing support, such as briquette coupons or Emergency Welfare fuel assistance.\n- [ ] I recorded how to check the application receipt, selection result, and actual usage period after applying.","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eThe 2026 Energy Voucher application period is \u003cstrong\u003efrom June 15 to December 31, 2026\u003c/strong\u003e. To apply, you must confirm that you meet both the National Basic Livelihood Security benefit recipient requirements and the household member characteristic requirements. Online applications are available through Bokjiro, while in-person applications can be submitted at the eup, myeon, or dong Administrative Welfare Center responsible for your registered address.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe support amount is not a monthly cash payment. It is an annual voucher limit that households can use during the designated usage period for energy bill deductions or payments with the National Happiness Card.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"#quick-checks-before-applying\" class=\"anchor\" id=\"quick-checks-before-applying\"\u003e\u003c/a\u003eQuick Checks Before Applying\u003c/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChecking the following four items first can reduce application rejections or requests for additional information.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApplication period:\u003c/strong\u003e June 15–December 31, 2026\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncome criteria:\u003c/strong\u003e Confirm whether the household receives livelihood, medical, housing, or education benefits\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHousehold member characteristic criteria:\u003c/strong\u003e Confirm whether the recipient or any household member listed on the resident registration record belongs to an eligible category\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApplication channel:\u003c/strong\u003e Apply online through Bokjiro or in person at the eup, myeon, or dong Administrative Welfare Center responsible for your address\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEven if you received support in the previous year, if your household members, address, energy source, or benefit eligibility have changed, do not assume that your application will automatically be processed in the same way. You should check your application status.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"#2026-eligibility-requirements\" class=\"anchor\" id=\"2026-eligibility-requirements\"\u003e\u003c/a\u003e2026 Eligibility Requirements\u003c/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo qualify for an Energy Voucher, households generally must \u003cstrong\u003emeet both the income criteria and the household member characteristic criteria\u003c/strong\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"#1-income-criteria\" class=\"anchor\" id=\"1-income-criteria\"\u003e\u003c/a\u003e1. Income Criteria\u003c/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConfirm whether the applicant household receives one of the following benefits under the National Basic Livelihood Security System.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLivelihood benefits\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMedical benefits\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHousing benefits\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEducation benefits\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA household does not automatically qualify simply because it has a low income. Its recipient status at the time of application must be verifiable through administrative records.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"#2-household-member-characteristic-criteria\" class=\"anchor\" id=\"2-household-member-characteristic-criteria\"\u003e\u003c/a\u003e2. Household Member Characteristic Criteria\u003c/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe recipient or a household member included in the resident registration record must fall under an officially recognized category. Representative eligible categories include:\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOlder adults\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInfants and young children\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRegistered persons with disabilities\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePregnant women\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePeople with serious illnesses, rare diseases, or serious intractable diseases\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePeople who belong to single-parent families\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePeople who belong to child-headed households\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMulti-child households recognized under the guidelines for the relevant year\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe reference date for age, scope of recognized illnesses, method of pregnancy verification, and eligibility conditions for multi-child households are determined by each year’s program guidelines. If someone is near an age cutoff or there has recently been a birth, pregnancy, diagnosis, or change in family relationship, it is safest to check Bokjiro’s 2026 guidance or contact an Administrative Welfare Center.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"#how-is-the-number-of-household-members-determined\" class=\"anchor\" id=\"how-is-the-number-of-household-members-determined\"\u003e\u003c/a\u003eHow Is the Number of Household Members Determined?\u003c/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe number of household members used to calculate the support amount is not simply the number of people living in the same home. It is the number administratively confirmed as belonging to the household eligible for the Energy Voucher. If there has been a separation of resident registration, admission to a facility, death, birth, move-in, or move-out, the household composition may be determined differently during the application process.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"#support-amount-by-household-size\" class=\"anchor\" id=\"support-amount-by-household-size\"\u003e\u003c/a\u003eSupport Amount by Household Size\u003c/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnder the 2026 guidance, the total support amounts by household size are as follows.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"overflow-x-auto\"\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eEligible household\u003c/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSupport amount\u003c/th\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003c/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Eligible household\"\u003e1-person household\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Support amount\"\u003e295,200 won\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Eligible household\"\u003e2-person household\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Support amount\"\u003e407,500 won\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Eligible household\"\u003e3-person household\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Support amount\"\u003e532,700 won\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Eligible household\"\u003eHousehold of at least 4 people\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Support amount\"\u003e701,300 won\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003c/tbody\u003e\n\u003c/table\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis amount is not deposited monthly as cash for living expenses. It is a voucher limit that can be used for permitted energy sources during the designated usage period, and any unused balance may expire under the program rules. Because the application period and actual usage period may differ, you must separately confirm the usage deadline in the selection notice or official guidance.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"#application-documents-and-preparations\" class=\"anchor\" id=\"application-documents-and-preparations\"\u003e\u003c/a\u003eApplication Documents and Preparations\u003c/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDocuments that can be verified through the administrative information-sharing system may not need to be submitted separately. However, depending on the application method and household circumstances, it is advisable to prepare the following:\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApplicant’s ID\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecent electricity, city gas, district heating, or other energy bill\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCustomer number or payer number issued by the energy supplier\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecent apartment maintenance fee bill if energy charges are included in the apartment maintenance fees\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower of attorney and identification documents for both the applicant and representative when applying through a representative\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupporting documents for pregnancy, family relationships, household changes, or other facts that cannot be verified through administrative records\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf using the National Happiness Card, documents confirming whether you have the card and the name of the cardholder\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo select bill deductions, the supplier and customer number must be accurate. If the relationship between the name on the bill and the applicant household is unclear, or if you enter a customer number from before a move, the deduction may be delayed.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"#bokjiro-online-application-process\" class=\"anchor\" id=\"bokjiro-online-application-process\"\u003e\u003c/a\u003eBokjiro Online Application Process\u003c/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccess Bokjiro and log in using a joint certificate, financial certificate, or supported simplified authentication method.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFind services for low-income households under the \u003cstrong\u003eService Application \u0026gt; Welfare Service Application\u003c/strong\u003e menu.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelect the Energy Voucher and verify the applicant and household member information.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnter your contact information, residence, preferred usage method, and energy supplier information.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSubmit any required supporting documents as files.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAgree to the use of personal information, administrative information inquiries, and other required terms, then submit the application.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheck the submission confirmation screen or application history to confirm that the application was submitted successfully.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf your benefit eligibility or household members are displayed incorrectly during the online application, contact the Administrative Welfare Center responsible for your address rather than changing the information yourself to make it match. If you need a National Happiness Card, you can separately check whether a new card must be issued or whether an existing card can be used after voucher approval.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"#in-person-application-process-at-an-administrative-welfare-center\" class=\"anchor\" id=\"in-person-application-process-at-an-administrative-welfare-center\"\u003e\u003c/a\u003eIn-Person Application Process at an Administrative Welfare Center\u003c/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf online access is difficult or your household information differs from your actual circumstances, you may visit the eup, myeon, or dong Administrative Welfare Center responsible for your registered address.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrepare your ID and a recent energy bill.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTell the staff at the relevant service counter that you wish to apply for an Energy Voucher.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete the application form and required consent forms.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfirm household member characteristics, benefit eligibility, energy usage method, and customer number.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eObtain an application receipt or the contact details of the responsible department so that you can check requests for additional information and the selection result.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you have mobility difficulties or cannot apply in person, you may ask the Administrative Welfare Center whether an application through a representative or an ex officio application by the responsible public official is possible. An ex officio application requires the applicant’s consent and administrative procedures, so it does not mean that support is paid automatically.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"#differences-between-bill-deductions-and-the-national-happiness-card\" class=\"anchor\" id=\"differences-between-bill-deductions-and-the-national-happiness-card\"\u003e\u003c/a\u003eDifferences Between Bill Deductions and the National Happiness Card\u003c/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"overflow-x-auto\"\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCategory\u003c/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBill deduction\u003c/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNational Happiness Card\u003c/th\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003c/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Category\"\u003eUsage method\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Bill deduction\"\u003eDeduct the voucher amount from the energy bill\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"National Happiness Card\"\u003ePay by card at permitted retailers\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Category\"\u003eKey information to check\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Bill deduction\"\u003eSupplier, customer number, name on the bill\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"National Happiness Card\"\u003eCardholder name, card status, participating retailers\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Category\"\u003eSuitable for\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Bill deduction\"\u003eHouseholds that regularly receive electricity, city gas, or district heating bills\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"National Happiness Card\"\u003eHouseholds that need to purchase kerosene, LPG, briquettes, or other fuels directly\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Category\"\u003eCaution\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Bill deduction\"\u003eDeductions may be delayed if the customer number is incorrect or the supplier changes\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"National Happiness Card\"\u003eCash withdrawals and payments for unauthorized items are not allowed\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003c/tbody\u003e\n\u003c/table\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBill deductions do not involve receiving cash and then paying the bill. Instead, the support amount is applied during the billing process. The National Happiness Card is also not a cash-equivalent card that can be used freely. It may be used only for energy sources and at merchants designated by the program.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou should choose based on your type of housing and heating method. For example, if district heating charges are included in apartment maintenance fees, first confirm the supplier information with the management office. If you purchase kerosene individually, it is advisable to check whether nearby retailers accept payments with the National Happiness Card.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"#restrictions-on-duplicate-support-and-briquette-conversion-applications\" class=\"anchor\" id=\"restrictions-on-duplicate-support-and-briquette-conversion-applications\"\u003e\u003c/a\u003eRestrictions on Duplicate Support and Briquette Conversion Applications\u003c/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnergy Voucher support may be restricted to prevent recipients from receiving duplicate energy assistance for the same purpose and period. Programs that typically require confirmation include:\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWinter fuel assistance under the Emergency Welfare Support System\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBriquette coupons operated by the Korea Energy Agency or related institutions\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupport programs for heating or fuel purchases during the same period\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReceiving other support does not necessarily mean that all Energy Voucher support will automatically be denied. Because the applicable periods and scope of duplicate support restrictions vary by program, you must accurately list existing support on the application and receive a determination from the Administrative Welfare Center.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApplications for the 2026 briquette conversion Energy Voucher \u003cstrong\u003eopened on August 7\u003c/strong\u003e. This is not a program that provides an additional duplicate payment on top of the general Energy Voucher. It should be understood as a process for reviewing the relationship with existing briquette-related support and determining whether conversion is available. Before applying, confirm the eligibility conditions, required supporting documents concerning heating equipment and fuel, and how existing briquette coupons will be handled through the official notice and the Administrative Welfare Center.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"#changes-that-are-easy-to-miss-after-applying\" class=\"anchor\" id=\"changes-that-are-easy-to-miss-after-applying\"\u003e\u003c/a\u003eChanges That Are Easy to Miss After Applying\u003c/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompleting the application does not mean that the bill will be deducted immediately. Eligibility verification, household confirmation, a benefit decision, and linkage with supplier information may be required.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf any of the following occurs, ask the Administrative Welfare Center whether the change must be reported and processed.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou move and your address and energy supplier change\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour electricity or gas customer number or the name on the bill changes\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA household member is born, dies, moves in, or moves out\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour benefit type or eligibility changes\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou change your heating method from city gas to kerosene or another fuel\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need to use the National Happiness Card instead of bill deductions\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn particular, after moving, the customer number from your previous address may not automatically carry over to the new bill. Prepare the new supplier’s customer number and bill, and check whether the information can be updated.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"#final-checklist\" class=\"anchor\" id=\"final-checklist\"\u003e\u003c/a\u003eFinal Checklist\u003c/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e I confirmed that the household receives one of the following: livelihood, medical, housing, or education benefits.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e I confirmed that someone in the registered household meets the household member characteristic criteria.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e I checked the support amount based on the number of household members.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e I made plans to apply before December 31, 2026.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e I checked the supplier and customer number on the most recent bill.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e I selected the appropriate method between bill deductions and the National Happiness Card.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e I checked existing support, such as briquette coupons or Emergency Welfare fuel assistance.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e I recorded how to check the application receipt, selection result, and actual usage period after applying.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ul\u003e\n","tags":["Electricity rates","Everyday Finance","Energy Voucher","Bokjiro"],"faqs":[{"question":"Until when can I apply for the 2026 Energy Voucher?","answer":"The 2026 application period is from June 15 to December 31. However, the application deadline and the voucher usage end date may not be the same, so you must check the separate usage period after being selected."},{"question":"Can anyone receiving basic livelihood security benefits receive an Energy Voucher?","answer":"No. In addition to meeting the eligibility requirements for livelihood, medical, housing, or education benefits, either the beneficiary or a household member listed on the resident registration record must also meet the official household member criteria, such as being an older adult, infant or young child, person with a disability, or pregnant woman."},{"question":"How much Energy Voucher support does a one-person household receive in 2026?","answer":"The amount is KRW 295,200 for a one-person household. It is KRW 407,500 for a two-person household, KRW 532,700 for a three-person household, and KRW 701,300 for a household of four or more. This is not cash, but a voucher limit that can be used for deductions from energy bills or approved card payments."},{"question":"How do I apply for an Energy Voucher through Bokjiro?","answer":"After logging in to Bokjiro, select Energy Voucher under Service Application and Welfare Service Application. Enter your household and energy supplier information, submit the required documents, and then check your application history to confirm that the application has been received."},{"question":"Where can I apply if applying online is difficult?","answer":"You can apply in person at the eup, myeon, or dong Administrative Welfare Center for your registered address. Prepare your identification and a recent energy bill. If applying through a representative, a letter of authorization and additional identity verification documents may be required."},{"question":"Can I receive the Energy Voucher support amount in cash?","answer":"It cannot be paid directly in cash or withdrawn. It is provided either as a deduction from electricity, city gas, or district heating bills, or as payment with the National Happiness Card for approved energy sources and at approved retailers."},{"question":"Which should I choose, bill deduction or the National Happiness Card?","answer":"Bill deduction may be convenient for households that regularly receive electricity, city gas, or district heating bills. If you need to purchase kerosene, LPG, briquettes, or similar fuels directly, the National Happiness Card may be suitable, but it is advisable to first check whether nearby retailers accept the card."},{"question":"Can I receive it together with emergency welfare fuel assistance or briquette coupons?","answer":"Restrictions on duplicate benefits may apply to assistance provided for the same purpose and period. You must accurately state your existing assistance history and the periods in which you received it on the application, and confirm the actual scope of the restrictions with the Administrative Welfare Center."},{"question":"If I received an Energy Voucher last year, do I not need to apply again in 2026?","answer":"If there have been no changes to your household information or eligibility, separate administrative processing may be possible, but you should not assume that support will be provided automatically. If your address, household members, benefit eligibility, or energy source has changed, you must check your application status and whether changes need to be reported."},{"question":"What happens to my Energy Voucher if I move after applying?","answer":"Because the energy supplier and customer number at your new address may be different, you must contact the Administrative Welfare Center for your address about processing the change. Preparing a new bill will help confirm the customer number and whether the usage method needs to be changed."}],"sources":[{"url":"https://www.bokjiro.go.kr/ssis-tbu/cms/pc/customer/notice/1309896_1141.html","title":"Bokjiro 2026 Energy Voucher Program Guide","type":"source"},{"url":"https://m.bokjiro.go.kr/ssis-tem/twataa/wlfareInfo/moveTWAT52011M.do?wlfareInfoId=WLF00000072","title":"Bokjiro Energy Voucher Welfare Service Details","type":"source"},{"url":"https://www.bokjiro.go.kr/ssis-tbu/cms/pc/wlsr/bizGdnc/eleVouGdnc/nhpcrd/index.html","title":"Bokjiro Energy Voucher National Happiness Card Guide","type":"source"}],"images":[{"id":728,"url":"https://injoys.com/rails/active_storage/blobs/proxy/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6OTIwOCwicHVyIjoiYmxvYl9pZCJ9fQ==--4cc890a22e97524bd5104bcd121137efb330d8cb/ai-6ab3b9f9.webp","is_representative":true,"generation_method":"ai_image","license":"ai_generated","mime_type":"image/webp","translations":{"ko":{"alt":"가족, 주택 난방기기, 달력, 온라인 신청 화면과 세대원 수별 바우처를 그린 일러스트","caption":"에너지바우처의 세대별 지원과 온라인 신청 절차를 시각화한 그림입니다.","description":null},"en":{"alt":"Illustration of a family, home heating, calendar, online form, and vouchers by household size","caption":"The graphic visualizes household-based energy support and the online application process.","description":null},"ja":{"alt":"家族、住宅の暖房設備、カレンダー、オンライン申請画面、世帯人数別バウチャーのイラスト","caption":"エネルギーバウチャーの世帯別支援とオンライン申請手続きを表しています。","description":null},"es":{"alt":"Familia, calefacción doméstica, calendario, formulario en línea y vales según el tamaño del hogar","caption":"La ilustración representa la ayuda energética por hogar y su solicitud en línea.","description":null},"id":{"alt":"Ilustrasi keluarga, pemanas rumah, kalender, formulir daring, dan voucher menurut jumlah anggota","caption":"Grafik ini menggambarkan bantuan energi per rumah tangga dan proses pengajuan daring.","description":null},"pt":{"alt":"Família, aquecimento residencial, calendário, formulário online e vales por tamanho da família","caption":"A ilustração representa o apoio energético por família e o processo de solicitação online.","description":null},"zh-hant":{"alt":"家庭成員、住宅暖氣設備、日曆、線上申請表與依家戶人數區分的補助券插圖","caption":"此圖呈現能源補助的家戶分級與線上申請流程。","description":null},"de":{"alt":"Familie, Hausheizung, Kalender, Onlineantrag und Gutscheine nach Haushaltsgröße als Illustration","caption":"Die Grafik zeigt haushaltsbezogene Energiehilfen und das Online-Antragsverfahren.","description":null}}},{"id":729,"url":"https://injoys.com/rails/active_storage/blobs/proxy/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6OTIxNCwicHVyIjoiYmxvYl9pZCJ9fQ==--5e3d1f0da8ce6ed10c143bdfa1f13eb4a8c1e968/ai-79bac6d3.webp","is_representative":false,"generation_method":"ai_image","license":"ai_generated","mime_type":"image/webp","translations":{"ko":{"alt":"온라인 신청, 복지기관 방문, 에너지요금 지원 절차를 보여주는 에너지바우처 안내도","caption":"에너지바우처 신청부터 요금 차감과 사용처까지의 흐름을 나타낸 안내 그림입니다.","description":null},"en":{"alt":"Energy voucher guide showing online application, welfare office visit, and utility support options","caption":"The graphic outlines how to apply for an energy voucher and use it for household energy costs.","description":null},"ja":{"alt":"オンライン申請、福祉窓口、光熱費支援の流れを示すエネルギーバウチャー案内図","caption":"エネルギーバウチャーの申請から光熱費への利用までの流れを示しています。","description":null},"es":{"alt":"Guía del bono energético con solicitud en línea, oficina social y opciones de ayuda para suministros","caption":"El gráfico resume la solicitud del bono energético y su uso para gastos de energía del hogar.","description":null},"id":{"alt":"Panduan voucher energi dengan pendaftaran daring, kunjungan kantor sosial, dan pilihan bantuan energi","caption":"Ilustrasi ini menunjukkan alur pengajuan voucher hingga penggunaannya untuk biaya energi rumah tangga.","description":null},"pt":{"alt":"Guia do vale-energia com pedido online, atendimento social e opções de apoio às contas domésticas","caption":"O gráfico mostra como solicitar o vale-energia e usá-lo nas despesas energéticas da residência.","description":null},"zh-hant":{"alt":"顯示線上申請、福利機構辦理及家庭能源費用補助方式的能源券流程圖","caption":"此圖說明能源券從申請到折抵家庭能源費用的流程與用途。","description":null},"de":{"alt":"Leitfaden zum Energiegutschein mit Online-Antrag, Sozialstelle und unterstützten Energiekosten","caption":"Die Grafik zeigt den Antrag auf einen Energiegutschein und seine Nutzung für Haushaltsenergiekosten.","description":null}}}],"published_at":"2026-08-18T07:32:02+09:00","updated_at":"2026-08-18T07:32:02+09:00","license":"cc_by","translation_status":"reviewed","available_locales":["ko","en","ja","es"],"data_locales":["ko","en","ja","es","id","pt","zh-hant","de"],"url":"https://injoys.com/en/articles/2026-energy-voucher-application-guide-2"}