Society · 2 sources combined
Homeless get 1.2 million won?
Street homeless cannot receive it
In short
A claim that homeless people at Seoul Station receive 1.2 million won monthly spread online.
Upon verification, 1.2 million won was the standard amount for Basic Livelihood Security recipients, not homeless people.
Street homeless cannot receive most of this money because they have no registered address.
Key facts
| When | On October 26, a YouTuber posted a video that recorded over 3.85 million views. |
|---|---|
| Who | The video claimed homeless people at Seoul Station receive 1.2 million won monthly. |
| What | The 1.2 million won is the sum of approximately 820,000 won in Living Expenses Allowance and approximately 370,000 won in Seoul Housing Allowance. |
| How | Housing Allowance requires an actual residence address, making it difficult for street homeless to receive. |
What it means for me
Understanding welfare programs accurately helps you not be swayed by misinformation circulating online.
