In South Africa, around 7 different Sassa grants exist, and each grant’s criteria are different. Every grant process of application submission, payment date, criteria, and other things that are different. Before applying for the Sassa grant, first choose the grant for which you meet the criteria and then submit an online application.
- Social Relief Distress
- Child Support
- Care Dependency Grant
- Disability Grant
- Older Persons Grant
- Foster Child Grant
- War Veterans Grant
If you have submitted the application then you can check the SASSA Status.
1. Social Relief of Distress (SRD) Grant
The Government of South Africa introduced the SRD grant for those who lost their jobs, and it is unemployed. To fulfill financial requirements, they can apply for the SRD grant, but only if they meet the criteria. Every month Sassa administration will transfer R370.
- Due to medical reasons, people are unable to work.
- Loss of a household breadwinner.
- Enrollment in an institution for at least one month.
- Affected by a disaster not declared as such by the government.
- Applications must be submitted within 12 months of the breadwinner’s death.
2. Child Support Grant (CSG)
- The CSG supports primary caregivers of children under 18.
- Caregivers must be at least 16 years old, provide for the child’s basic needs, and may include non-biological parents.
- The grant is R530 per month, or R780 if you include the additional R250 top-up.
3. Care Dependency Grant (CDG)
- The CDG aids caregivers of children under 18 with permanent disabilities who require continuous care.
- Valued at R2190 per month, this grant is designed to alleviate the financial burden of professional care.
- Foster parents or primary caregivers are eligible unless the child resides in a government institution for more than six months.
4. Disability Grant (DG)
- People who are between 18 to 59 years old and not able to work now it can apply for the Sassa Disability grant, which amount is R2190 per month.
- Recipients may receive temporary or permanent grants and must provide proof of their condition through a medical report. Also, read SASSA Grant Increases
5. Older Persons Grant
- This grant, available to individuals over 60, offers financial assistance based on income and assets.
- Valued at R2180 (ages 60-75) or R2200 (ages 75+), it is unavailable to those in government institutions.
6. Foster Child Grant (FCG)
- Children in foster care may receive the FCG, valued at R1180 per month.
- Foster parents must provide a court order and ensure the child resides in South Africa.
- The grant can extend until age 21 if the child remains in an educational institution.
7. War Veterans Grant (WVG)
- The total amount of the War Veterans grant is R2210. Many people were affected in the 2nd world War. People who are above 60 years or disabled can apply.
On a massive level, the Sassa administration is working and providing different grants every month to eligible persons. Financially distressed people can now apply if they meet the criteria. With the amount of the grant, people can fulfill their daily expenses.
How many types of SASSA grants are there?
There are 7 official SASSA grant types in 2025.
Can I receive the old age and disability grant together?
No. Each person may only receive one primary grant.
How do I check my SASSA balance?
Dial 1203210# or check your bank account.
Are SASSA grants increasing in 2025?
Yes, minor increases were implemented in early 2025.
How long does SASSA take to approve a grant?
1 to 3 months depending on verification.
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