Migration to Asia Peace (MAP) is recruiting families for the 8th term of the “Good Samaritan Refugee Child Support Program”.
This program gives childcare support to the guardians of young refugee children living in Korea. The 8th term runs for 6 months, from November 2026 to April 2027. Four children are selected in each term.
MAP is now looking for families to support in the 8th term. If your family meets the conditions, please apply as soon as possible.
Program Overview
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Support period | (8th term) November 2026 to April 2027 (6 months) |
| Eligibility | Refugee children living in Korea who are 18 months old or younger |
| Support provided | Childcare expenses |
| Amount | 350,000 won per month |
| Number of recipients | 4 per term |
Who Can Receive Support
According to the MAP notice, eligible children are refugee children living in Korea who are 18 months old or younger. The following three cases are covered:
- Asylum seekers (refugee applicants)
- Humanitarian status holders
- People who received a decision of non-recognition of refugee status and are staying without status of stay (undocumented, without valid status)
In addition, only families who understand the purpose of this program and have signed the support consent form can receive support.
The list of eligible groups in the notice does not include Recognized refugees (F-2-4). The notice also does not say from which date the 18 months is counted. If you are not sure whether your family is eligible, please contact MAP before you apply.
What Is Provided and How It Is Paid
| Support item | Details | Amount | Support period |
|---|---|---|---|
| Childcare expenses | All spending needed to raise the child | 350,000 won per month | 6 months |
- The support money is deposited on the 15th of each month into a Bank Account in the name of the child’s guardian.
- If the 15th falls on a weekend or public holiday, the money is paid earlier.
- After you receive the money, you must sign and submit a receipt confirmation, which is a document confirming that you received the money.
You need a Bank Account in the guardian’s name. If you have difficulty preparing an account, please contact MAP in advance.
How to Apply
Fill in and submit the new support application form using a Google Form (an online form). Choose the language that is easiest for you.
Review and Selection Process
- The child’s guardian asks MAP for support (submits the application form).
- MAP reviews the applications, chooses candidate children who meet the support conditions, and holds phone and online interviews with the guardian. If necessary, it visits the home for an interview.
- The people to receive support are selected.
- The required documents are collected.
- The support money is paid.
Not every family that applies is selected. Only 4 children are selected in each term, and the result is decided by MAP’s review. The notice does not say which documents are required, so please ask MAP.
Checks During the Support Period
During the support period, MAP looks after the child’s development and safety together with the family.
- Phone interviews: MAP talks with the guardian by phone at least once a month.
- Home visits: MAP visits the home at least once during the 6-month support period.
Application Deadline
The notice does not state an application deadline. Support for the 8th term begins in November 2026. Please check directly with MAP until when applications are accepted.
Contact
Migration to Asia Peace (MAP)
- Phone: 010-8437-0232
- Email: diversity@mapcast.org