SASSA Grant Application Toolkit
Everything you need to apply for a SASSA social grant. See which forms you need, fill them online, and download your completed PDFs — ready to submit.
Which grant are you applying for?
Select your grant type to see the forms you need.
How It Works
Select your grant
Choose your grant type above to see the forms you need.
Fill the forms online
Fill each form with guided fields and validation. Download each as a completed PDF.
Download all PDFs
Get your completed affidavit, declaration, and bank consent as print-ready PDFs.
Visit SASSA
Take your printed forms and supporting documents to your nearest SASSA office.
Eligibility Quick Reference
Old Age Grant
R2,400/mo- Age
- 60 years or older
- Income limit
- Income no more than R86 280/year (R7 190/month) single or R172 560/year (R14 380/month) married — per gov.za
- Asset limit
- Assets below R1 227 600 (single) or R2 455 200 (married) — per gov.za
South African citizen or permanent resident. Not in a state-funded institution.
Disability Grant
R2,400/mo- Age
- 18 to 59 years old
- Income limit
- Income no more than R86 280/year (R7 190/month) single or R172 560/year (R14 380/month) married — per gov.za
- Asset limit
- Assets below R1 227 600 (single) or R2 455 200 (married) — per gov.za
- Additional
- Disability must be confirmed by a SASSA-appointed medical practitionerTemporary grants are reviewed every 6-12 months
South African citizen or permanent resident. Not in a state-funded institution.
Child Support Grant
R580/mo- Age
- Child must be under 18 years old
- Income limit
- Income no more than R52 800/year (R4 400/month) single or R105 600/year (R8 800/month) married — per gov.za
South African citizen or permanent resident. Not in a state-funded institution.
Care Dependency Grant
R2,400/mo- Age
- Child must be under 18 years old
- Income limit
- Income no more than R223 200/year (R18 600/month) single or R446 400/year (R37 200/month) married — per gov.za
- Additional
- Child must have a severe disability requiring full-time careMedical assessment by a SASSA-appointed doctor is required
South African citizen or permanent resident. Not in a state-funded institution.
Grant-in-Aid
R580/mo- Age
- Must already receive an Old Age Grant, Disability Grant, or War Veteran's Grant
- Additional
- Must require full-time attendance by another person due to physical or mental conditionThis is an additional grant on top of your existing grant
South African citizen or permanent resident. Not in a state-funded institution.
Foster Child Grant
R1,290/mo- Age
- Child must be under 18 years old
- Additional
- Must have a valid court order placing the child in your careMust be a South African citizen, permanent resident, or refugeeThe child must not already be cared for in a state institution
South African citizen or permanent resident. Not in a state-funded institution.
| Grant | Amount | Age | Income Limit | Asset Limit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Old Age Grant | R2,400/mo | 60 years or older | Income no more than R86 280/year (R7 190/month) single or R172 560/year (R14 380/month) married — per gov.za | Assets below R1 227 600 (single) or R2 455 200 (married) — per gov.za |
| Disability Grant | R2,400/mo | 18 to 59 years old | Income no more than R86 280/year (R7 190/month) single or R172 560/year (R14 380/month) married — per gov.za | Assets below R1 227 600 (single) or R2 455 200 (married) — per gov.za |
| Child Support Grant | R580/mo | Child must be under 18 years old | Income no more than R52 800/year (R4 400/month) single or R105 600/year (R8 800/month) married — per gov.za | N/A |
| Care Dependency Grant | R2,400/mo | Child must be under 18 years old | Income no more than R223 200/year (R18 600/month) single or R446 400/year (R37 200/month) married — per gov.za | N/A |
| Grant-in-Aid | R580/mo | Must already receive an Old Age Grant, Disability Grant, or War Veteran's Grant | N/A | N/A |
| Foster Child Grant | R1,290/mo | Child must be under 18 years old | N/A | N/A |
All grants require South African citizenship or permanent residency. Applicants must not be in a state-funded institution.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need all 3 forms?
Yes. Every SASSA grant application requires the sworn affidavit for your grant type, the declaration by applicant, and the bank consent form. All three must be submitted together at your nearest SASSA office.
Is this service free?
Yes, FillMeIn is 100% free. We do not charge for filling or downloading any forms. SASSA also does not charge any fees to apply for a grant.
Is my data safe?
Everything stays on your device. We do not store, upload, or transmit any of your personal information. Your data never leaves your phone or computer.
Where do I submit my application?
Take your completed forms and supporting documents to your nearest SASSA office. You can find your nearest office at sassa.gov.za or call the SASSA toll-free number 0800 60 10 11.
How long does processing take?
SASSA aims to process applications within 30 to 90 days, depending on the grant type. Disability grants may take longer due to the medical assessment requirement. You will receive an SMS notification of the outcome.
FillMeIn is not affiliated with SASSA or any government department. Grant amounts and eligibility criteria are based on publicly available information and may change. Always confirm details at your nearest SASSA office or call 0800 60 10 11.