A complete guide to using the 2026 State Welfare Card, also known as the Poor People's Card, through the Paotang app and national ID card with an easy, hassle-free scanning process.
On 2 Oct 2026 GMT+7, reports indicate that the Ministry of Finance has introduced the procedures for using the 2026 State Welfare registration program. This guidance is for eligible citizens and Thong Fah merchants on how to use benefits via the Paotang app and national ID card. Once identity is verified, users can start using the benefits immediately.
1. Thong Fah merchants open the Tung Ngern app and tap the “Welfare Benefits” banner.
2. Select “Pay with Paotang.”
3. The beneficiary taps to scan the QR code to use their benefits.
4. Scan the QR code.
5. Review the information and confirm.
6. Enter the 6-digit PIN.
7. Perform facial recognition.
8. Transaction completes successfully.
1. Thong Fah merchants open the Tung Ngern app and tap the “Welfare Benefits” banner.
2. Select “Pay with ID Card.”
3. Scan the national ID card.
4. Verify the ID card number.
5. Enter the payment amount.
6. Review the transaction details.
7. Verify identity with a PIN and facial recognition.
8. Transaction completes successfully.
