SASSA Social Grants
Explore all the social grants available from SASSA (South African Social Security Agency). Find out which grant you qualify for and how to apply.
SRD R370 Grant
R370/monthSocial Relief of Distress grant for unemployed South Africans between 18-60 years who have no income.
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- South African citizen, permanent resident, or refugee
- Between 18 and 60 years old
- Unemployed with no income
- Not receiving any other social grant
Child Support Grant
R580/monthMonthly grant for the primary caregiver of a child under 18 years old.
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- Primary caregiver of a child under 18
- South African citizen, permanent resident, or refugee
- Child must be South African citizen
- Pass the means test
Old Age Pension
R2,400/monthMonthly pension for South African citizens aged 60 years and older.
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- South African citizen, permanent resident, or refugee
- 60 years or older
- Pass the means test
- Not in a state institution
Disability Grant
R2,400/monthFinancial assistance for people with physical or mental disabilities that prevent them from working.
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- South African citizen, permanent resident, or refugee
- Between 18 and 60 years old
- Disability confirmed by medical assessment
- Pass the means test
Foster Child Grant
R1,295/monthGrant for foster parents who have been awarded a court order to care for a foster child.
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- Court order placing child in foster care
- Child under 18 years old
- Foster parent is South African citizen
- Child is South African citizen
Care Dependency Grant
R2,400/monthGrant for caregivers of children under 18 who require permanent care due to severe disability.
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- Child requires permanent care due to disability
- Child under 18 years old
- Child is South African citizen
- Pass the means test
Ready to Apply for a Grant?
Learn about the application process and required documents.