Applying for Grants

Step-by-step application guides and document checklists for every SASSA grant.

How to Apply for the Care Dependency Grant

How to apply for the SASSA Care Dependency Grant of R2,400 a month for a child with a severe disability — the medical assessment, means test and steps.

How to Apply for the Child Support Grant

Step-by-step guide to applying for the SASSA Child Support Grant of R580 per child in 2026, covering caregiver rules, documents, the means test and payments.

How to Apply for the Disability Grant

How to apply for the SASSA Disability Grant of R2,400 a month in 2026, including the medical assessment, documents, means test and temporary vs permanent grants.

How to Apply for the Foster Child Grant

How to apply for the SASSA Foster Child Grant of R1,290 a month in 2026, including the court order, social worker steps, documents and how it differs from CSG.

How to Apply for the Old Age Grant (Step by Step)

A clear step-by-step guide to applying for the SASSA Older Persons (Old Age) Grant in 2026, including eligibility, documents, the means test and payments.

Applying for a SASSA Grant: Online vs In Person

A practical comparison of applying for a SASSA grant online versus in person in 2026, covering which grants allow online applications, pros, cons and office tips.

Documents You Need to Apply for a SASSA Grant

A complete checklist of documents needed to apply for each SASSA grant in 2026, plus what to do if you have no ID or no proof of residence.

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