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Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) | OTDA

The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) can help you put healthy food on the table. Many people, just like you, help make ends meet by using SNAP.

Amount: Up to $973/month for a family of four in FY 2024 Deadline: See official source for current deadline. Location: United States - New York

Sweden Barnbidrag (Child Allowance)

Sweden's universal child allowance providing SEK 1,250 per month for every child from birth until age 16, with additional multi-child supplements (flerbarnstillägg) for families with two or more children, requiring no income test or application after birth registration.

Type: Benefit Amount: SEK 1,250 per child per month (approximately €110/USD $120) Deadline: Rolling Location: Sweden

Switzerland AHV Old-Age and Survivors Insurance

Switzerland AHV (Alters- und Hinterlassenenversicherung), known as AVS in French, is the universal first-pillar state pension providing old-age retirement pensions, survivors benefits for widows, widowers and orphans, and supplementary benefits to all persons who have lived or worked in Switzerland, forming the foundational layer of the Swiss three-pillar pension system and covering the entire resident population regardless of nationality.

Type: Benefit Amount: CHF 1,225-2,450/month individual or up to CHF 3,675/month for couples Deadline: Rolling Location: Switzerland

Taiwan National Health Insurance (NHI)

Taiwan National Health Insurance is a compulsory, single-payer universal healthcare system covering over 99.9% of the population, providing comprehensive medical services including outpatient care, inpatient hospitalization, dental, traditional Chinese medicine, prescription drugs, and preventive care, widely regarded as one of the most efficient and equitable healthcare systems in the world.

Type: Benefit Amount: Low-cost universal healthcare; typical employee premiums about TWD $800-$1,500/month Deadline: Rolling Location: Taiwan

Thailand Universal Coverage Scheme (30 Baht Scheme)

Thailand's landmark universal healthcare program providing comprehensive medical coverage to all Thai nationals not covered by other government health insurance schemes, including outpatient and inpatient care, surgery, prescription medications, and preventive services, with zero copayment at point of service since 2006.

Type: Benefit Amount: Free healthcare at point of service (zero copayment since 2006; originally THB 30 per visit) Deadline: Rolling Location: Thailand

Turkey 65 Yaş Aylığı (Age 65 Pension)

Turkey 65 Yaş Aylığı (literally "Age 65 Allowance") is a non-contributory social assistance pension administered by the Ministry of Family and Social Services that provides monthly cash payments to Turkish citizens aged 65 and above who have no social security coverage and whose household income falls below a specified threshold, as well as to persons with disabilities regardless of age who meet income criteria, serving as a critical safety net for approximately 1.5 million elderly and disabled beneficiaries across the country.

Type: Benefit Amount: TRY 7,196-10,794/month, depending on age or disability status Deadline: Rolling Location: Turkey

UK Child Benefit 2025: Rates, Thresholds & How to Claim

A complete guide to UK Child Benefit for the 2025 tax year, including new payment rates, the £60k High Income Charge threshold, and how to apply.

Type: Benefit Amount: £26.05/week (Eldest Child) + £17.25/week (Additional Children) Deadline: Apply within 3 months of birth Location: United Kingdom

UK Universal Credit

Monthly payment to help with living costs for people on a low income or out of work, replacing six legacy benefits in the United Kingdom.

Type: Benefit Amount: Standard allowance £311.68–£578.82 per month plus elements for children, housing, disability, … Deadline: Apply as needed Location: United Kingdom

Vermont Home Heating Help: Get $900 to $2,500 for Fuel Bills Through LIHEAP

Explore LIHEAP, WAP, and other government programs to help pay for your heating, cooling, or home weatherization depending on your income.

Type: Benefit Amount: Average household benefit ranges from $900-$2,500 depending on fuel type and need Deadline: See official source for current deadline. Location: United States - Vermont

Vietnam Social Health Insurance (Bảo hiểm Y tế)

Vietnam Social Health Insurance (Bảo hiểm Y tế, commonly known as BHYT) is the national mandatory health insurance system administered by Vietnam Social Security (VSS) that covers over 92 million people — approximately 93% of the population — providing access to a comprehensive package of healthcare services at public hospitals and registered clinics, with the government fully subsidizing premiums for ethnic minorities, the poor, children under 6, the elderly, and other vulnerable groups.

Type: Benefit Amount: 80%-100% healthcare reimbursement; voluntary premium about VND 1,036,800/year Deadline: Rolling Location: Vietnam