The National Employment Support System is a national employment support program that provides low-income job seekers and young people with a job search promotion allowance of up to 5.4 million won and customized employment support services.
The National Employment Support System Information Guide is an information guide app that provides guidance on complex application requirements and application procedures, updated to 2026.
[Key Features and Guide]
1. Self-assessment of eligibility
- Enter your age, income, assets, and employment experience to instantly determine which type of benefit is best for you: Type I or Type II.
2. Allowance and Family Allowance Estimation Calculator
- Automatically calculates your expected benefits, including the monthly Job Search Promotion Allowance of 500,000 won for Type I participants and an additional 100,000 won per dependent.
3. Eligibility and Qualification Criteria by Type
- Type I: Provides detailed information on eligibility requirements: income below 60% of the median and assets below 400 million won (500 million won for young people). - Type II: This app outlines the eligibility requirements for youth, middle-aged, and special social classes (basic pension recipients, North Korean defectors, etc., 22 categories).
4. Application Process and Document Guide
- This app provides step-by-step instructions for applying online through Employment24 and offline through visiting the local employment center.
- This app provides a list of required documents for each situation, including identification, consent forms from household members, and proof of special social class.
5. Key Checklist and FAQ
- This app summarizes essential compliance requirements for benefit payments, such as job registration and the establishment of an Employment Action Plan (IAP).
- This app provides answers to frequently asked questions, such as when unemployment benefits can be received and participation criteria for current students.
[Disclaimer]
1. This app does not represent the government or any government agency, and is a privately-produced information app with no official affiliation with the government.
2. This app compiles and provides information based on public data for the public interest. While we strive to maintain the accuracy and up-to-dateness of the information, we assume no legal responsibility for its content. 3. Actual eligibility, allowance amount, and selection results are subject to the Ministry of Employment and Labor's screening criteria, so please be sure to confirm the final status through official channels.
[Information Sources and Supporting Materials]
The content of this app is based on information from the following official portal sites:
- Ministry of Employment and Labor Official Website: [https://www.moel.go.kr]
- Employment 24 Integrated Portal: [https://www.work24.go.kr]
- National Employment Support System Website: [https://www.kua.go.kr]
- Republic of Korea Policy Briefing: [https://www.korea.kr]