Table of Contents
- New Support Policy for Busan Fishermen, First Implementation of 'Public Allowance'
- Who Can Receive It? Eligibility and Conditions
- How Much and How Will They Receive It? Payment Scale and Method
- How to Apply? Application Period and Submission Method
- Contact Information by District
- Conclusion: The First Step Towards the Sustainability of Fishing Villages and Fisheries
- Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
New Support Policy for Busan Fishermen, First Implementation of 'Public Allowance'
Busan City will implement the 'Fisherman Public Allowance' support program starting in 2025 to ensure stable income for fishermen and strengthen public functions.
This support, which aims to provide substantial help to fishermen facing difficulties due to various factors such as climate change, an aging population, and a declining fishing village population, is expected to enhance the sustainability of fishing communities.
This public allowance will be the first case applied to the fisheries sector, following the agricultural sector, with policy goals to create a sustainable fisheries ecosystem and improve the quality of life for fishermen.
Who Can Receive It? Eligibility and Conditions
The fisherman public allowance to be paid in Busan City in 2025 will target fishermen who receive the 'Small-Scale Fish Farm Direct Payment'.
This financial support is available to those who are actively engaged in fishing activities and are registered as small-scale fish farms.
To qualify for this support, several conditions must be met. First, the applicant must have resided in Busan City since before January 1, 2025, and must fulfill the eligibility requirements for receiving small-scale fish farm direct payments.
Additionally, the applicant must be an individual, as corporations are excluded from the support. Lastly, there must be no history of violating fisheries-related laws.
Duplication of support is not allowed within the same household, and only one individual per household can benefit. Furthermore, it cannot be received simultaneously with the agricultural public allowance; only one of either fisheries or agriculture can be chosen.
How Much and How Will They Receive It? Payment Scale and Method
The implemented fisherman public allowance is expected to be paid in cash at an annual rate of 600,000 KRW. The payment period is scheduled between November and December of 2025, determined through the review of applicants' qualifications and deliberation by the Agricultural and Fisheries Public Allowance Review Committee.
The payment amount will be 600,000 KRW per fish farm annually, and the distribution method will be through bank transfers. The funding will be structured with Busan City covering 60% and the district and county covering the remaining 40%.
Busan City expects this payment to stabilize the livelihoods of fishermen and positively impact the local economy.
How to Apply? Application Period and Submission Method
The application period will run for one month from August 1 to August 31, 2025.
To apply, it is necessary to visit the district or county office or the administrative welfare center of the relevant Eup, Myeon, or Dong in person, as online applications will not be accepted.
Therefore, the method of application is limited to in-person submission.
The application locations are the district or county office or administrative welfare center corresponding to the applicant's address.
For more detailed information, inquiries can be made to the Busan City Fisheries Policy Division (☎051-888-5404) or the fisheries department of the relevant district or county for friendly assistance.
Contact Information by District
| District Department | Contact | District Department | Contact |
| Saha District Fisheries Department | 051-240-4505 | Yeongdo District Fisheries Department | 051-419-4502 |
| Nam District Job Economy Department | 051-607-4484 | Haeundae District Marine Promotion Department | 051-749-4504 |
| Saha District Fisheries Department | 051-220-4492 | Gangseo District Fisheries Department | 051-970-4505 |
| Suyeong District Job Economy Department | 051-610-4505 | Gijang County Fisheries Resource Research Center | 051-709-2414 |
Additionally, related guidance can be obtained from the fisheries departments of other districts like Suyeong, Nam, and Yeonje.
Conclusion: The First Step Towards the Sustainability of Fishing Villages and Fisheries
Busan City's fisherman public allowance carries significant meaning beyond simple financial aid by recognizing the social value of fisheries.
It represents policy efforts to overcome the complex crises posed by issues of aging fishing communities, labor shortages, and declining fishery resources. This serves as a warm institutional foundation supporting the lives of small-scale fishermen.
It is expected that this public allowance will contribute to the overall development and improvement of the local marine industry, beyond merely supporting the livelihoods of fishermen. We hope that eligible fishermen will not miss the application period and will apply diligently.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q. What is the Busan City Fisherman Public Allowance?
It is a support policy for ensuring stable income for fishermen implemented by Busan City starting in 2025.
The Busan City Fisherman Public Allowance is a new support program implemented from 2025 to ensure stable income for fishermen. It aims to provide substantial help to fishing operations facing difficulties due to climate change and aging populations and to enhance the sustainability of fishing communities. This is the first case applied to the fisheries sector following the agricultural sector, with the goal of improving the quality of life for fishermen.
Q. What are the eligibility and conditions for receiving the public allowance?
Individuals who are residents of Busan City and receive small-scale fish farm direct payments are the target, while corporations are excluded.
Individuals must have resided in Busan City before January 1, 2025, and meet the eligibility requirements for receiving small-scale fish farm direct payments. They must be individuals actively engaged in fishing, and corporations are excluded from the support. They must also have no history of violating fisheries-related laws. Only one member per household can benefit, and they cannot simultaneously receive agricultural public allowance.
Q. How much and how will the public allowance be received?
600,000 KRW will be paid via bank transfer between November and December 2025.
The Busan City Fisherman Public Allowance will be paid in cash annually at a rate of 600,000 KRW, with the payment scheduled between November and December 2025. The payment amount will be the same for each fish farm, with Busan City covering 60% and the district and county covering 40%. The final payment will be determined through qualification review and the deliberations of the relevant review committee.
Q. What are the application period and method for the public allowance?
Applications must be submitted in person at the district office or administrative welfare center between August 1 and 31, 2025.
The application period will be one month in August 2025, and online applications will not be accepted. Individuals must visit the district or county office or administrative welfare center directly corresponding to their address to apply. Eligibility review will be conducted at the time of application, and inquiries can be made to the Busan City Fisheries Policy Division or the fisheries department of each district or county for assistance.
Q. Where can I find contact information for inquiries?
You can inquire with the Busan City Fisheries Policy Division and the fisheries departments of each district or county.
More detailed guidance is available from the Busan City Fisheries Policy Division (☎051-888-5404), and each district office's fisheries departments will also provide related information. These institutions will assist in resolving any questions regarding the application process or support funds.