Update on Khon La Khrueng Plus Phase 2: How to Verify Identity and Register for Benefits

Update on conditions "Khon La Khrueng Plus Phase 2" When it will start and steps for identity verification and registration via the "Pao Tang" app Click to claim benefits and await receipt of 2,000 - 2,400 baht

After the 2026 election, with the Bhumjaithai Party led by Anutin Charnvirakul set to form the new government, the policy "Khon La Khrueng Plus" and "Khon La Khrueng Plus Phase 2" are being discussed again as they are flagship short-term economic stimulus policies and had been delayed due to the parliament dissolution. Anutin Charnvirakul confirmed that Khon La Khrueng Plus Phase 2 will definitely proceed.

When does "Khon La Khrueng Plus Phase 2" start?

Previously, Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Akniti Nitithanprapas revealed progress on the Khon La Khrueng Plus project, stating that the system must be prepared and once the government is officially formed, the project can proceed immediately.

The plan still follows the original principle: 2,000 baht for those outside the tax system and 2,400 baht for those within it. Consideration is ongoing whether to distribute simultaneously or first to those who missed out in the first round, including the Thailand Individual Savings Account (TISA) to encourage savings.

Registration for "Khon La Khrueng Plus": Eligibility check

For the previous "Khon La Khrueng Plus" registration round, eligibility criteria included:

1. Thai nationality, aged at least 16 years old on the registration date

2. Possession of a national ID card

3. Not holding a state welfare card as per Ministry of Finance records

4. Not suspended or required to refund money in state projects including (1) Khon La Khrueng phases 1 to 5.

Update on "Khon La Khrueng Plus 2026" conditions

The latest plan for Khon La Khrueng Plus Phase 2 is expected to be divided into two groups:

• Citizens who have never participated and those living in flood-affected areas and border provinces with Cambodia, totaling 5 million rights.

• Citizens who have already participated in Khon La Khrueng Plus, totaling 5 million rights.. (Note: The original text separates 'rights' repeatedly; combined meaning is 10 million rights.)It is expected that the totalnumber of eligibleparticipants in Khon La Khrueng Phase 2 will be 10 millionrights.Each recipient will receive financial assistance of 2,000 baht throughout the project.

This can be spent at participating stores between 06:00 and 23:00 via the G-Wallet in the "Pao Tang" app, with no requirement to use the full 200 baht daily quota.

Steps to register for "Khon La Khrueng Plus" and prepare to receive Phase 2 funds

• Download the Pao Tang app and activate the G Wallet service.
• Click to register for benefits at the specified time.
• Those who participated in Khon La Khrueng Phase 5 (2022) can check registration results via the Pao Tang app.
• Those who never participated in Khon La Khrueng Phase 5 (2022) can check registration results via SMS and the Pao Tang app.
• Eligible recipients enter the Pao Tang app and click the Khon La Khrueng Plus banner to start spending.

How to register via the Pao Tang app to prepare for "Khon La Khrueng Plus Phase 2" benefits

For those who have never used it before, follow these steps:

1. Download and install the Pao Tang app.

2. Open the Pao Tang app.

3. During registration, turn off Wi-Fi.

4. Agree and confirm acceptance of the terms (KYC Consent) for personal data management.

5. Consent for the app to verify phone number.

6. Start by entering your national ID number and mobile phone number.

7. Wait for and enter the OTP sent to the registered mobile number.

8. Fill in personal information or tap the tab to identify personal data via the ThaiD app.

9. Prepare to scan your face, moving it within the circle as instructed.

10. Set and confirm a PIN code.

11. Accept the terms and conditions of using the Pao Tang app.

12. Enter the PIN again to access the Pao Tang app.

13. Consent to personal data management under PDPA.

14. Access the main page of Pao Tang.

15. Pao Tang registration is complete.

How to verify identity for Khon La Khrueng Plus 2026

Verify identity at Krungthai Bank ATM (gray ATM) with buttons below the screen.

1. Select the "Transaction with ID card" menu (no ATM card needed).
2. Choose "Identity Verification Service."
3. Press "Acknowledge and Confirm" to verify card ownership.
4. Select "Consent" to disclose information and prove identity.
5. Press the "Next" button.
6. Insert your ID card and press "OK."
7. Wait for data verification.
8. Select "End Identity Verification" option, take your ID card, and continue on the Pao Tang app.

Verify identity at Krungthai Bank ATM (gray ATM) with no buttons below the screen.

1. Tap the blue bar on the screen to select services (no ATM card needed).
2. Choose "Identity Verification / State Welfare Card."
3. Select Krungthai Bank identity verification.
4. Press "Acknowledge and Confirm" to verify card ownership.
5. Select "Consent" to disclose information and prove identity.
6. Insert ID card and press "OK."
7. Wait for data verification.
8. Choose "End Identity Verification" option, take your ID card, and continue on the Pao Tang app.

Conditions for using "Khon La Khrueng Plus" benefits for citizens

• Before using the benefits for the first time, recipients must check remaining balance and terms for buying/selling goods or services.
• Buyers and sellers must conduct face-to-face transactions and scan QR codes to make payments; online or intermediary transactions are not allowed by any means.
• Benefits can be used daily from 06:00 to 23:00.
• Participants must not engage in any actions that cause misunderstandings or obstruct the implementation of any government measures or projects.

However, further clarity from the government is awaited. Updates will be reported accordingly.

Referenceswww.khonlakhruengplus.com