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Up to 2 Million Won in Living Expenses Support for Phishing Victims

News.Sbs.Co.Kr • November 9, 2026

A program is launching to provide up to 2 million won in living expenses to individuals facing severe financial hardships due to voice phishing scams.

The Financial Supervisory Service, in cooperation with the financial sector, is rolling out the Back to Daily Life initiative to help voice phishing victims recover their normal lives.

Eligible applicants are those who suffered voice phishing damage in 2024 or later and have a standard median income of 150% or lower.

Selected victims will first receive up to 1 million won as emergency living expenses.

An additional support of up to 1 million won will be provided upon completion of six psychological counseling sessions.

The support funds cannot exceed the actual amount of financial damage suffered.

The program aims to support 200 people until October of year.

Applications can be submitted through Good Neighbors starting from the 23rd.

(Photo: Financial Supervisory Service)

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South Korea Launches Support Program for Voice Phishing Victims On November 9, 2026, South Korea's Financial Supervisory Service (FSS) announced a pilot program to aid voice phishing victims, providing up to 2 million won (approximately $1,500) in living expenses and psychological counseling. The initiative, named 'Back to Daily Life,' will support 200 victims who have suffered losses since 2024 and have a household income below 150% of the median. Eligible victims will receive an initial payment of up to 1 million won as emergency living expenses, followed by an additional 1 million won after completing six counseling sessions. The program aims to address both financial and psychological impacts, as many victims experience guilt and anxiety due to prolonged manipulation by scammers. Applications will be accepted starting November 23, 2026, and the program may end early if funds are exhausted. The FSS reported a significant decrease in voice phishing cases this year, but the psychological toll on victims remains a concern. 5 sources 28

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