Cash Handout of NT$10,000 in 2026: One Region Requires Eligible Recipients to Claim by August 10; Nine Counties/Cities Across Taiwan Offer Additional Subsidies

The proposed 2026 'universal disbursement of NT$10,000' under the National Support Fund Special Act Draft has drawn significant attention. Even before the central government finalizes its budget allocation, nine regions across Taiwan began distributing local subsidies and bonus payments in August. Among them, Hualien’s Guangfu Township requires recipients to claim their NT$10,000 cash payment by August 10; unclaimed amounts will be directly returned to the public treasury.

Eligibility criteria, payout amounts, and collection schedules for each region are detailed below.

### When Will the Central Government’s NT$10,000 Disbursement Be Credited?

The KMT legislative caucus proposed the 'National Support Fund' special act draft in response to Middle East tensions and inflationary pressures. The plan, led by the Development Council, aims to provide an inflation subsidy of NT$10,000 per citizen. Cross-party discussions also include amending laws so that if tax revenue exceeds 115% of the budget in future years, the annual NT$10,000 disbursement could become institutionalized.

#### Latest Progress: - First reading: Passed - Next steps: Committee review (including whether to exclude high-income earners), third reading, and budget allocation by the Executive Yuan (approximately NT$230 billion)

#### Estimated Recipients and Distribution Methods: - Recipients: If the bill passes its third reading, disbursement is expected to be universal—no age or income restrictions—with every individual receiving NT$10,000. - Distribution channels: Online registration with direct bank transfer, designated ATM withdrawals, postal office counter services, direct deposits for specific groups, and household registration-based distribution in remote areas.

### Nine Regions Across Taiwan Launch Early Cash Handouts in August! Guangfu Township’s NT$10,000 Expires on August 10

Prior to central policy confirmation, nine local governments have initiated regional revitalization funds and living allowances:

#### Hualien County, Guangfu Township (NT$10,000 per person) - Eligibility: Registered residence in Guangfu Township by September 23, 2025, and still registered as of June 8, 2026. - Deadline: Applications accepted until August 10 via bank transfer or in-person at township offices. Unclaimed funds will be forfeited to the treasury.

#### Changhua County, Huatan Township (NT$6,000 per person) - Eligibility: Registered residence by March 1, 2026 (inclusive). - Schedule: July 20–August 14: Fixed-point distribution; August 19–November 30: Weekly Wednesday补领 at Huatan Township Office.

#### Hsinchu County, Guanxi Township (NT$5,000 per person) - Eligibility: Registered residence by May 29, 2026. Low-income households receive an additional NT$2,000. - Schedule: August 10–12: Designated locations per village; August 14–16: Make-up claims at Guanxi Township Office.

#### Miaoli County, Sanwan Township (NT$5,000 per person) - Eligibility: Registered residence by January 31, 2026. Newborns must be born on or before April 17, 2026. - Schedule: Direct deposit on August 10 for seniors aged 65+ and indigenous residents aged 55+; August 13–15: Fixed-point pickup; August 17–21: Make-up claims at Sanwan Township Office.

#### Yunlin County, Linnei Township (NT$3,600 per person) - Eligibility: Registered residence by March 31, 2026, and not relocated or deceased by May 27, 2026. - Schedule: July 27–August 9: Village-level distribution points; August 10–September 9: In-person cash pickup at township office; September 14–December 31: Bank transfer or check processing.

#### Hualien County, Fenglin Township (NT$3,000 per person) - Eligibility: Registered residence by April 30, 2026 (distributed per household). - Schedule: August 3–10: Mobile service centers at community halls; August 11–September 2: Cash pickup at Fenglin Township Office; August 24–September 2: Bank transfer applications.

#### Hualien County, Xiulin Township (NT$3,000 per person) - Eligibility: Registered residence by April 30, 2026 (includes eligible foreign spouses). - Schedule: August 15–16: Designated village locations; August 17–21: Make-up claims at Xiulin Multi-Purpose Assembly Hall.

#### Hualien County, Ruixi Township (NT$3,000 per person) - Eligibility: Registered residence by March 31, 2026, and still registered on disbursement day. - Schedule: July 27–29: At Qinglian Temple; July 30–August 13: Community activity centers; August 14–25: Make-up claims at Ruixi Township Office.

#### Chiayi County, Xikou Township (NT$2,000 per person) - Eligibility: Registered residence by March 1, 2026, and continuously registered on the roster date. - Schedule: Scheduled for August disbursement; official timeline to be announced after Chiayi County Government approval.

### Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

**Q1: Can I claim the central government’s NT$10,000 universal disbursement now?** A: No. The bill has only passed its first reading. It still requires committee review, third reading, and budget approval (approx. NT$230 billion) from the Executive Yuan before disbursement can begin.

**Q2: If I miss claiming the NT$10,000 in Guangfu Township by August 10, can I collect it later at the township office?** A: No. Guangfu Township Office explicitly states that the application deadline ends on August 10. Unclaimed funds will be forfeited to the treasury and cannot be reclaimed.

**Q3: Can someone else collect the local bonus payment on behalf of a relative who cannot attend in person?** A: Yes. The representative must bring both parties’ original ID cards, personal seals, and a pre-filled power of attorney form along with supporting documents.

### 2026 Nationwide Cash Disbursement: Summary Table of Local Add-on Programs

| County/Township | Amount | Registration Deadline | Primary Collection Period | Make-up Claims | |------------------|--------|------------------------|-------------------------------|----------------| | Hualien, Guangfu | NT$10,000 | Before 2025/09/23 | Until 8/10 | Forfeited if missed | | Changhua, Huatan | NT$6,000 | Before 2026/03/01 | 7/20–8/14 | 8/19–11/30 (Wednesdays) | | Hsinchu, Guanxi | NT$5,000 | Before 2026/05/29 | 8/10–8/12 | 8/14–8/16 (Town Office) | | Miaoli, Sanwan | NT$5,000 | Before 2026/01/31 | 8/13–8/15 | 8/17–8/21 (Town Office) | | Yunlin, Linnei | NT$3,600 | Before 2026/03/31 | 7/27–8/09 | 8/10–9/9 (cash); 9/14+ (transfer) | | Hualien, Fenglin | NT$3,000 | Before 2026/04/30 | 8/03–8/10 | 8/11–9/02 (Town Office) | | Hualien, Xiulin | NT$3,000 | Before 2026/04/30 | 8/15–8/16 | 8/17–8/21 (Assembly Hall) | | Hualien, Ruixi | NT$3,000 | Before 2026/03/31 | 7/27–8/13 | 8/14–8/25 (Town Office) | | Chiayi, Xikou | NT$2,000 | Before 2026/03/01 | To be announced | To be announced |

Note: Dates follow ROC calendar (e.g., 114 = 2025, 115 = 2026).