Information about Special Fixed-Sum Government Cash Benefit (100,000 yen)

The Special Fixed-Sum Government Cash Benefit (特別定額給付金 Tokubetsu Teigaku Kyūfukin) is a government measure to support residents affected by COVID-19.

Applications are now open. The application deadline is August 28, 2020.

For full details in English, visit the City of Hiroshima website’s dedicated page. https://www.city.hiroshima.lg.jp/site/english/161763.html (as of 6/2/2020)

Information includes:
– Eligibility
– How to apply (by post/online)
– FAQs
– How to change where your application form is sent
– Guidance for people in protective living situations

 

Be aware of scams!
The government, local authorities etc. will never ask you to do any of the following:
– Use an ATM
– Transfer handling fees to get your benefit
– Click a URL in an e-mail

 

Latest information regarding COVID-19 in English is available on the City of Hiroshima’s website.
Please go to https://www.city.hiroshima.lg.jp/site/english/