Check Channels for Announcement of State Welfare Card Eligibility Review Results 2026: When to Verify

The Cabinet has approved additional review criteria for the 2026 State Welfare Card registration project. Check the channels for the announcement of the 2026 State Welfare Card eligibility review results, also known as the "poor card," including identity verification methods.Tags: [government, welfare program, eligibility review, identity verification, social assistance]

On 22 Sep 2026, reporters reported progress on the 2026 State Welfare Card registration project, also known as the "poor card." Today, the Cabinet approved the proposal from the State Welfare for the Grassroots Economy and Society Committee regarding additional measures for the 2026 registration project, highlighting the following key points.Tags: [Cabinet decision, welfare registration, government announcement]

The Cabinet approved reviewing eligibility criteria to better reflect current facts and the actual hardships faced by the public, ensuring those truly in need are not excluded from the system. This was done in consultation with qualification verification agencies, including:Tags: [eligibility criteria, public assistance, verification agencies]

• Students in vocational education for rural development and learners aiming for qualifications under the learning promotion law are excluded from the count of students eligible for assistance.Tags: [student eligibility, vocational education, social welfare]
• Partners in ordinary partnerships and shareholders or directors in companies are excluded if they are registered as social enterprises or community enterprises.Tags: [business ownership, social enterprises, community enterprises]
• Securities account holders are excluded if they have no remaining securities or if their total securities value across all accounts does not exceed 5,000 baht.Tags: [financial assets, securities accounts, eligibility]
• Bondholders are excluded if they do not own any bonds or if the total value of bonds held does not exceed 5,000 baht.Tags: [bond ownership, financial assets, eligibility]
• Vehicle criteria exclude motorcycles over 15 years old and cars, trailers, and agricultural vehicles over 20 years old, except for high-value or collectible motorcycles and cars as defined by the Department of Land Transport’s announcements. These standards follow the Cabinet’s resolution dated 27 July 2026, announced on 4 September 2026.Tags: [vehicle criteria, eligibility, government regulation]

Relevant government agencies are assigned to use integrated data from registered individuals to extend assistance beyond the 2026 project, such as:- The Ministry of Social Development and Human Security and the Ministry of Interior should assess living conditions and needs of each group to appropriately assist vulnerable populations.- State specialized financial institutions should consider debt relief measures and suitable loans to promote livelihoods.- The Ministries of Labour, Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation, and Education should promote knowledge, skill development, and labor market access aligned with individual capabilities.- Qualification verification agencies must strictly enforce laws against unauthorized use of personal data and continuously update the database accurately.Tags: [government agencies, social assistance, data integration, vulnerable groups]

When will the eligibility review results for the "poor card" be announced?Tags: [announcement date, eligibility results]

For the 2026 State Welfare Card project:Tags: [] The eligibility review results will be announced on 30 September 2026.Tags: [announcement date, eligibility results] Information can be checked at the website:Tags: [website information]https://welfare.mof.go.thTags: [official website]orTags: []https://บัตรสวัสดิการแห่งรัฐ.mof.go.thTags: [official website]All eligible individuals can begin receiving benefits from 1 October 2026.Tags: [benefit start date]

Identity Verification for the 2026 State Welfare CardTags: [identity verification]

However, new recipients who meet the criteria for the 2026 State Welfare Card or "poor card" must complete identity verification (e-KYC) to receive state welfare benefits. There are two methods:Tags: [identity verification, e-KYC]

1. Identity verification (e-KYC) via the "Paotang" applicationTags: [e-KYC, mobile application]

• Activate the G-Wallet to use benefits through the Paotang app. Those who choose this channel must complete the required identity verification (e-KYC) first.Tags: [digital wallet, e-KYC process]

2. Registration points at five banks:Tags: [bank registration points]

• Bank for Agriculture and Agricultural Cooperatives (BAAC)Tags: [BAAC]
• Government Savings BankTags: [Government Savings Bank]
• Krung Thai Bank Public Company LimitedTags: [Krung Thai Bank]
• Government Housing Bank (GHB)Tags: [Government Housing Bank]
• Islamic Bank of ThailandTags: [Islamic Bank of Thailand]

Check the identity verification (e-KYC) period for the 2026 State Welfare Card projectTags: [verification period]

• Paotang app and Krung Thai Bank allow identity verification until 12 Jan 2027.Tags: [verification deadline, Paotang, Krung Thai Bank]
• Government Savings Bank, Bank for Agriculture and Agricultural Cooperatives (BAAC), Government Housing Bank (GHB), and Islamic Bank of Thailand allow identity verification until 14 Oct 2026.Tags: [verification deadline, other banks]

What benefits does the 2026 State Welfare Card provide?Tags: [benefits summary]

1. A monthly allowance of 300 baht per person for essential consumer goods, educational supplies, and agricultural raw materials from Blue Flag stores supporting local economic development, and other stores designated by the Ministry of Commerce.Tags: [consumer goods allowance, education, agriculture]

2. A cooking gas purchase discount of 80 baht per person every three months from designated retailers as determined by the Ministry of Energy.Tags: [cooking gas discount]

3. A monthly 750 baht travel allowance for public transport, usable on eight types of transport systems, including:Tags: [public transport allowance]

• - Bangkok Mass Transit Authority (BMTA) busesTags: [BMTA buses]
• - Transport Company Limited (BorKorSor) busesTags: [transport company buses]
• - Bangkok Mass Transit System Public Company Limited (BTS), Metropolitan Rapid Transit (MRT), and the Eastern High-Speed Rail linking three airportsTags: [BTS, MRT, high-speed rail]
• - TrainsTags: [train transport]
• - BMTA-affiliated private buses, private buses, and Bangkok Metropolitan Administration vehiclesTags: [private buses, BMA vehicles]
• - BorKorSor-affiliated private buses and private busesTags: [private buses]
• - Songthaew taxisTags: [songthaew taxis]
• - Public passenger boats with no spending limit per vehicle typeTags: [public boats]

4. Electricity bill relief measures: a subsidy of 315 baht per household per month. If electricity usage exceeds the set limit, beneficiaries bear the full cost of excess usage.Tags: [electricity subsidy]

5. Water bill relief measures: a subsidy of 100 baht per household per month. For water usage between 100 and 315 baht, beneficiaries receive the 100 baht subsidy and pay the excess themselves. If usage exceeds 315 baht, beneficiaries cover the entire water bill.Tags: [water subsidy]