Macau raises disability subsidies to up to $20k annually for eligible residents

Macau will raise the Disability Subsidy for each eligible permanent resident to MOP$10,000 per year -- a MOP$1,000 increase -- while the Special Disability Subsidy increases to MOP$20,000.

In addition, the Subsidy for Senior Citizens will be raised to MOP$10,000 from MOP$9,000 per year.

The Social Welfare Bureau (IAS) reminded recipients of the Subsidy for Senior Citizens and Disability Subsidy to submit their proof of life documentation by August 31 to ensure timely payments.

New applicants who submit their applications on or before the above date and meet all requirements will receive payments in October. Applications submitted after the date will be processed at a later time, the IAS added.  

Separately, the Hong Kong government provides Normal Disability Allowance of HK$2,095 and Higher Disability Allowance of HK$4,190 per month to eligible individuals.

Elderly residents in Hong Kong may also receive Old Age Allowance of HK$1,640 per month and Old Age Living Allowance of HK$4,250 per month.