Gwangju City Implements 'Independence Support Package' to Ease Housing Costs for Young Single-Person Households

Up to 400,000 KRW Support Per Person

Gwangju City, Gyeonggi Province (Mayor Bang Se-hwan) announced on the 7th that it will implement the Independent Support Package (Youth Single-Person Household Moving Support) project to alleviate the housing cost burden for young single-person households.

Notice for the 'Independence Support Package' for Young Single-Person Households. Provided by Gwangju-si, Gyeonggi-do

This project targets young single-person households aged 19 to 39 who reside in or move to Gwangju City and have an income at or below 150% of the median income. Applicants must be the tenant and head of the household who have signed a lease contract for a rental property priced at 200 million KRW or less.

The support provides up to 400,000 KRW per person once in a lifetime. Covered expenses include move-in cleaning, brokerage fees, and minor home repairs. The support funds will be provided in local currency.

Applications can be made through the Gyeonggi Job Foundation's Jobaba Apply app, and the program may end early if the budget is exhausted.

A Gwangju City official stated, “This policy is designed to actively support young people taking their first steps into society to experience independence,” adding, “We will do our best to help young people facing economic difficulties secure better housing conditions.”

For more details, please contact the Gwangju City Regional Economy Division or the Gwangju Youth Support Center.