How to Apply for a SASSA Grant
Every SASSA grant type — what you qualify for, what documents to bring, and how to apply online or in person.
SASSA grants and how to apply
Older Persons Grant
R2,400 (R2,420 if 75+)Aged 60+, SA citizen / permanent resident / refugee, income under R96,840 (single) or R193,680 (married).
Documents you'll need
- 13-digit South African ID
- Proof of residence (utility bill, affidavit)
- Marriage certificate if married
- Proof of income or sworn statement
- Banking details
Disability Grant
R2,400Aged 18–59 with medical proof of disability, means-test compliant.
Documents you'll need
- SA ID
- SASSA-approved medical assessment report (less than 3 months old)
- Proof of income / sworn statement
- Banking details
Child Support Grant
R580 per childPrimary caregiver of a child under 18; income under R67,200 (single) or R134,400 (married).
Documents you'll need
- Caregiver ID
- Child's birth certificate
- Proof of caregiver status if not biological parent
- Bank details
Foster Child Grant
R1,290 per childCourt order placing the child in your care.
Documents you'll need
- SA ID
- Children's court order
- Child's birth certificate
- Bank details
Care Dependency Grant
R2,400Parent/caregiver of a child under 18 needing permanent full-time care.
Documents you'll need
- Both caregiver and child IDs
- Medical assessment report
- Bank details
War Veterans Grant
R2,420Veterans of WW2 or the Korean War, aged 60+ or disabled.
Documents you'll need
- SA ID
- Proof of service
- Income proof
- Bank details
SRD R370 Grant
R370Unemployed 18–59, income under R624/month, no UIF/NSFAS/other SASSA grant.
Documents you'll need
- SA ID, refugee permit or asylum-seeker permit
- Cellphone for OTP
- Banking details (your own account)