Registering for the Half-Half Plus Phase 2 Program: Check Eligibility Results via the Pao Tang App

"Half-Half Plus Phase 2" program launch details.Latest updates on how to register through the app."Pao Tang" app.Check the procedure to verify eligibility results for spending up to 2,400 baht.

Latest progress onthe "Half-Half Plus" program.Many have closely followed this program's return to play a short-term role in stimulating Thailand's economy, which was highly successful in the previous round. Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister, Mr. Akniti Nitithanprapas, revealed the progress of the Half-Half Plus Phase 2 program, stating that systems must be prepared to operate as soon as the government is officially formed.

The program maintains its original principle: 2,000 baht for those outside the tax system and 2,400 baht for those within the tax system. Consideration is also being given to whether to distribute funds simultaneously or first to those who missed out in the initial round, along with the Thailand Individual Savings Account (TISA) to encourage savings.

Registration details."Half-Half Phase 2" registration date.When will registration open?

According to the government formation timeline,Anutin Charnvirakul,following the 8 Feb election, the forecast is as follows:

• 19 Mar: Prime minister vote. If approved, submit for royal appointment, then the prime minister will form the cabinet and vet qualifications over about three weeks.
• April: Prepare government policies and present them to parliament.
• After Songkran: The new government will proceed, and the program is expected to start."Half-Half Plus Phase 2" will begin immediately..

"Half-Half Plus Phase 2" details.Who is eligible to register?

In the previous Half-Half program, the government paid 50% (up to 200 baht/person/day), with entitlement limits as follows:

• Tax filers: 2,400 baht per person.
• Non-tax filers: 2,000 baht per person.

Eligibility criteria for registration include:

1. Must be a Thai national.

2. Must be at least 16 years old at the time of registration.

3. Must have a national ID card.

4. Must not possess a state welfare card according to the Ministry of Finance database as of 1 Oct 2025.

5. Must not have had rights suspended or been required to repay funds from previous state programs including Half-Half Phases 1 through 5.

How to register."Half-Half Plus Phase 2" registration.Via the Pao Tang app.

• Download the Pao Tang app and activate the G Wallet service.
• Register to receive benefits on the date set by the government between 06:00 and 22:00.

Reviewing the registration method,Half-Half Plus program.Registration methods via the Pao Tang app are divided into two groups: those whohave neverreceived Half-Half program benefits and those who have, with the following steps:

For those who"have never"received Half-Half Phase 5 (2022) benefits:

1. Update the Pao Tang app to the latest version and activate the G Wallet.

2. Open the Pao Tang app and tap the banner"Half-Half Plus Program." 

3. Accept terms and conditions and confirm registration.

For those who"have previously"received Half-Half Phase 5 (2022) benefits:

1. Update the Pao Tang app to the latest version and activate the G Wallet.

2. Open the Pao Tang app and tap the banner"Half-Half Plus Program." 

3. Accept terms and conditions and confirm registration.

How to check results."Half-Half Plus registration" results.When to know and how much is granted.

• For those"who have never"received Half-Half benefits, registration results will be notified via alerts on the Pao Tang app and SMS within three days.
• For those"who have previously"received Half-Half Phase 5 benefits, results can be checked immediately through the Pao Tang app.

Steps to start using benefits:"Half-Half Plus" program usage.These steps include:

1. Top up the G Wallet before using benefits.

2. Eligible users open the Pao Tang app and tap the Half-Half Plus banner to start spending on the specified dates between 06:00 and 23:00.

3. Check transaction history and remaining benefits on the Pao Tang app.

"Half-Half Plus Phase 2".How to verify identity via"Krungthai Bank ATM".

Verify identity through Krungthai Bank ATM (gray machine) with a screen featuring buttons below.

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

Verify identity via Krungthai Bank ATM (gray machine) with a screen without buttons below.

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

It is expected that after Songkran there will be clarity regardingthe "Half-Half Plus" program,or"Half-Half Plus Phase 2,"along with registration and benefit usage periods to help alleviatethe public'sfinancial difficulties.