2026 Cash Handout Alert! Starting Today, August 13, Every Resident in Miaoli’s Sanwan Township Receives NT$5,000 – Direct Deposit for Eligible Recipients

Amid nationwide discussions about the central government's 'National Support Fund,' local governments are taking the lead by disbursing cash benefits. Sanwan Township Office in Miaoli County has passed its 'Living Allowance' self-governance ordinance, officially launching a cash disbursement of NT$5,000 per resident, benefiting over 5,500 locals. Seniors have already received their funds via bank transfer on August 10, while general residents will receive theirs through three days of on-site distribution from August 13 to 15. Here’s a complete guide to eligibility, schedule, and required documents.

Sanwan Township NT$5,000 Living Allowance: Eligibility Criteria

The total budget for this initiative is approximately NT$28.35 million. Residents qualify if they meet any of the following conditions:

- Local Residents: Registered in Sanwan Township by January 31, 2026 (inclusive), and continuously registered up to the registration date (June 17, 2026). - Newborns with Bonus: Born on or before April 17, 2026, with at least one parent meeting the above residency requirement, and having completed birth registration or initial household registration before the registration date without moving out. - Exclusion Clause: Individuals who passed away and had their household registration canceled before the registration date are not eligible.

Distribution Methods: Direct Deposit for Seniors, On-Site Collection for General Residents

To minimize waiting times, Sanwan Township Office has adopted a dual approach: direct deposit for seniors and on-site collection with staggered scheduling for others.

### 1. Seniors Aged 65+ and Indigenous Residents (Direct Deposit)

- Eligible Group: 1,499 individuals aged 65+ (born before January 1, 1961) and indigenous residents aged 55+ (born before January 1, 1971). - Disbursement Method: Funds were directly deposited into existing Double Ninth Festival senior gift accounts on August 10, 2026. Recipients can verify via passbook.

### 2. General Residents (On-Site Collection by Village)

General residents must collect their allowances at designated locations during specified time slots:

- August 13 (Thursday): 08:30–11:30, 13:30–16:30 - Villages: Dingliao, Daping, Yonghe, Beipu - Location: Sanwan Township Office

- August 14 (Friday): 09:00–11:00 - Villages: Neiwan, Tongjing, Dahe - Location: Village Activity Centers (Neiwan, Tongjing, Dahe)

- August 15 (Saturday): 08:30–11:30, 13:30–16:30 - Village: Sanwan - Location: Sanwan Township Office

Required Documents and Proxy Collection Rules

When collecting in person, ensure you bring all necessary documents. Fill out the 'Power of Attorney Affidavit' on the claim form in advance to avoid unnecessary trips.

- Self-collection: Original ID card, personal seal, and claim form. - Minors (born after August 2008): Legal guardian’s ID and seal, minor’s claim form, plus one of the following: minor’s ID, household register, or a certified household transcript issued within the last three months. - Family Proxy Collection: Proxy’s ID and seal, recipient’s ID and seal, and a fully completed claim form with affidavit. - Deceased or Special Circumstances: Contact the village office first to assist in completing the affidavit and prepare supporting documentation.

What If You Miss the On-Site Collection? Make-Up Period and Scam Warnings

Residents unable to attend during the three-day window can make up the collection from August 17 to 21 during office hours at the Sanwan Township Office. However, failure to collect without valid proof will result in forfeiture of eligibility. For inquiries, contact the Finance and Social Welfare Division (037-831001 ext. 1100 or 1109).

Additionally, the township office warns that it will never request bank passwords, ATM cards, or verification codes via phone, SMS, or messaging apps. It also does not ask residents to perform ATM transfers or refund procedures. If you receive suspicious messages, remain vigilant and verify with official channels immediately.

Nationwide Local Stimulus and Subsidy Programs

Beyond Sanwan Township, multiple townships across Taiwan are rolling out local stimulus funds ranging from NT$3,000 to NT$10,000:

- Guanxi Township, Hsinchu County (Development Stimulus Fund: NT$5,000): Low-income households receive an additional NT$2,000; distributed August 10–12. - Touceng Township, Yilan County (Economic Stimulus Fund: NT$3,000): Scheduled for phased disbursement starting October. - Linnei Township, Yunlin County (Living Relief Fund: NT$3,600): Three-phase distribution began July 27 via fixed points, township office, and direct deposit. - Guangfu Township, Hualien County (Post-Disaster Revitalization Gift: NT$10,000): Expected unified disbursement early September. - Wanrong Township, Hualien County (Revitalization Fund: NT$5,000): On-site collection opens September 1. - Fenglin Township, Hualien County (Revitalization Gift: NT$3,000): Phased mobile and on-site distribution from early August to early September. - Ruixi Township, Hualien County (Care Revitalization Gift: NT$3,000): Available for collection from July 27 to August 25. - Xiulin Township, Hualien County (Revitalization Fund: NT$3,000): On-site distribution at designated stations on August 15–16.