Cash for quakes: Homeowners in Thailand eligible for repair aid
Good news for homeowners rattled by last week’s powerful quake—financial relief is on the way. Thai residents whose properties were damaged by the 8.2-magnitude earthquake in Myanmar on March 28 can now apply for government compensation of up to 49,500 baht to cover repair costs.
Bangkok MP Suphanat Minchaiynunt announced the support package in a Facebook post today, confirming that the reimbursement will be provided by the Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation (DDPM) under the Interior Ministry.
The tremor, centred in Mandalay, Myanmar, sent shockwaves across northern and central Thailand, with reports of structural damage in multiple Bangkok districts, as well as surrounding provinces.
Suphanat stated that eligible applicants must reside in Bangkok, Nonthaburi, and Samut Prakan, along with specific areas in Pathum Thani, Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, Lamphun, Phrae, and Phichit.
“The reimbursement covers repairs to private homes and condominium units, up to 49,500 baht. Communal property repairs are not included. Even those with existing property insurance are eligible to apply.”
To access the reimbursement, homeowners must follow these steps:
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Photograph the damage to your property.
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Prepare personal identification documents.
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File a damage report at your local police station.
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Download and fill out the official application form.
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Submit the form, documents, damage photos, and police report to your local district office.
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Officials will schedule a property inspection to assess the damage.
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The district office will forward the application to the DDPM for processing.
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If approved, the DDPM will contact you directly to arrange payment.
With many residents still reeling from the unexpected disaster, this support aims to provide a much-needed lifeline to those facing costly repairs. Officials urge eligible homeowners to act quickly and begin the process as soon as possible, reported The Nation.
As aftershocks continue to rattle nerves and buildings, the Thai government is stepping up with support to help citizens recover—one cracked wall at a time.
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