SASSA Child Grant
The SASSA Child Grant is a monthly payment for children under the age of 18 who live in households with limited income in South Africa. The grant currently pays R560 per child and is available to caregivers who meet the income requirements and have legal residency in the country. Applications must be submitted in person at a SASSA office, along with supporting documents such as the child’s birth certificate and the caregiver’s identification.
What is the SASSA Child Grant
A SASSA Child Grant is a monthly payment from the South African Social Security Agency with the aim of helping approved caregivers with a child’s basic needs.
SASSA Child Grant Payment Dates – 2026
Month | Payment Date |
|---|---|
January | 8 January 2026 |
February | 5 February 2026 |
March | 5 March 2026 |
April | 6 April 2026 |
May | 6 May 2026 |
June | 5 June 2026 |
July | 6 July 2026 |
Payment Dates For the Year 2025
Month | Payment Date |
|---|---|
January | 6 January 2025 |
February | 5 February 2025 |
March | 6 March 2025 |
April | 4 April 2025 |
May | 8 May 2025 |
June | 5 June 2025 |
July | 4 July 2025 |
August | 7 August 2025 |
September | 4 September 2025 |
October | 6 October 2025 |
November | 6 November 2025 |
December | 4 December 2025 |
Payment Dates For the Year 2024
Month | Payment Date |
|---|---|
January | 5 January 2024 |
February | 6 February 2024 |
March | 7 March 2024 |
April | 5 April 2024 |
May | 7 May 2024 |
June | 6 June 2024 |
July | 4 July 2024 |
August | 6 August 2024 |
September | 5 September 2024 |
October | 4 October 2024 |
November | 7 November 2024 |
December | 5 December 2024 |
Qualifications and Requirements
- Parent or Guardian & Child: They must be South African citizens/residents and live in South Africa for a required time.
- Children’s Age: The child must be under 18.
- You must be the primary caregiver.
- Means Test: Caregivers must meet the income requirement, meaning their earnings must be below the approved threshold. (e.g., earning less than R67,200 per year for single applicants or R134,400 combined for married couples as of recent guidelines).
- You cannot apply for this grant if the child is in state care or if the child is looked after by someone who is paid.
Limits:
- Biological Children: There is no limit on the number of qualifying biological children.
- Non-Biological Children: For up to six non-biological children who are not legally adopted (guardian or relative).
Requirements for Non-Biological Caregivers
If you are not the legal parent, you must provide proof of your primary caregiver status. Such as
- Affidavit from a police official.
- Report from a social worker.
- An affidavit from the child’s biological parent.
- Also, a letter from the child’s school.
SASSA child grant Support online application 2026
You can’t apply online but to submit an application for a SASSA Child Support Grant in 2026, visit the SASSA office in person and bring your ID, birth certificates, and proof of income/residency.
How to Apply
- Go to the nearest SASSA office. Apply with the required documents.
- Fill out the forms and provide fingerprints (identity verification).
- Have an interview with a SASSA representative.
- If the application is approved or rejected, you’ll be notified.
SASSA Child Support Grant Online Application
The SASSA does not provide the facility of online application; if you want to apply for this grant, you have to visit the office in person. That’s why you can’t use the www SASSA gov ZA child grant online application form. However, while applications aren’t fully online, you can use the SASSA website to register, log in, and potentially check your status after applying.
Other Methods to check Child Grant Status Online
These methods cannot be used to apply for the Child Grant and are only available for status checks.
- Download the Moya app from the Google Play Store or iOS App Store. Open the app to log in, find the SASSA SRD option, and enter your ID to see your status.
- Save 082 046 8553 on your phone, open WhatsApp, and send “status” with your ID number to this number.
- Also, we can check through USSD: open the dialer and dial *120*3227# or *120*6927# on your phone and follow the prompts.
- Call the SASSA on the toll-free call center at 0800 60 10 11 and ask them about your status.
Also Read: SASSA Payment Dates/ SASSA Status Check Appeal/
Documents to Bring whole Applying at Office (Original & Copies)
- South African ID card.
- Child/children’s birth certificates.
- Proof of marital status (if applicable).
- Proof of income (pay slips, etc.).
- Medical/assessment reports (for other grants, but good practice).
- If documents are missing, affidavits or sworn statements from reputable sources (councillors, ministers, etc.) are needed.
Important Note:
Always check the official South African government website for the most current information, as processes can update.
FAQs
Conclusion
The SASSA Child Support Grant provides essential monthly support to eligible primary caregivers to help meet a child’s basic needs. Keeping your details updated and checking your grant status regularly helps ensure payments are received on time without delays.