Good morning, Atsuko again. This is information about the special benefits, 100,000 yen for each child under the age of 18 in Kumamoto city.
Many people do not need to apply for this service, but if you are a public servant or if your child is between 16 and 18 years old, you need to apply. The application procedure will be announced on the following website as soon as it is decided. Benefit period is around December 24 for those who do not need to apply (those who have received the child allowance for September this year and do not receive special benefits), and in January for those who need to apply. You can find more information in the following link.
If you have been displaced due to domestic violence - even if the previous child allowance was paid to the perpetrator of the domestic violence, you may be able to receive the new benefit if you contact the municipal office before the perpetrator receives it. If this is the case, please call 096-355-8866 as soon as possible. The number is open from 9am to 5pm, including weekends. If you know someone who is in this situation, please let them know.
Each governments might give these information now, check them carefully. Hoping the Special Benefit reach every child and family! ଘ(੭ˊ꒳ˋ)੭✧