The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) is a large organization in South Africa that is responsible for the country’s social security system, including distributing social grants, on behalf of the Department of Social Development.
SASSA started it in April 2005 to make things better. Before, each province helped people with money, but now SASSA helps everyone in the country.
SASSA ensures that people get the help they need without problems. They provide different types of financial assistance for children, older people, and people with disabilities.
SASSA also gives out money when there’s a big problem, like during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Many people in South Africa receive help from SASSA. In 2022, almost half of the country’s population received some kind of help from SASSA.
SASSA uses special technology to ensure the money goes to the right people and stop anyone from cheating.
SASSA gives money to people in different ways. People can get their money from special places called points, certain shops, or ATMs. Some people can even get loans or buy airtime with their SASSA money.
SASSA Status Check May 2024
To check your SASSA Status Check, kindly visit the official website of the SASSA to check
Using the image above as a guide, follow the steps below to check your Sassa status
Here is how to check the SASSA Status on the Official Website,
- Go to the SASSA website (https://www.sassa.gov.za/).
- Click on the “Grant Status” link in the menu.
- Enter your ID number and grant a reference number.
- Click on the “Submit” button.
- Your grant status will be displayed on the screen.
Who qualifies for SASSA?
Generally, Only South African citizens are allowed to apply for SASSA, however, there are other criteria one must meet to get access to this support program.
To qualify for SASSA grants, you need to meet certain financial criteria, this applies to permanent social grant recipients and those applying for the temporary SRD R350 grant. Your income and assets must be lower than specific thresholds set by SASSA.
Each SASSA grant has different income and asset limits. For example, the SRD R350 grant has a maximum monthly income limit of R624; your bank balance should remain below this limit.
The SRD R350 grant is available to all South African citizens and refugees with valid IDs or book numbers. If you meet the eligibility criteria, you can apply for this grant every month.
The maximum monthly income for single applicants or caregivers for the SASSA Child Support Grant is R4,000. For married couples, the combined monthly income should not exceed R8,000.
Permanent Child Support Grant recipients should not have an annual income exceeding R60,000, including bank balances and assets.
The Foster Child Grant does not require income or asset assessments. It’s available to caregivers appointed by a South African Court to care for foster children. You only need your court order documents and ID to apply.
Parents can apply for the Care Dependency Grant if their monthly income is less than R20,800. To be considered primary caregivers, the combined income of both parents should not exceed R41,600 per month.
The Old Age Grant’s maximum annual income for single recipients is R96,840. For couples, the combined monthly income should not exceed R16,140, and the annual income should stay below R193,680.
Applicants for the SASSA Disability Grant should not earn more than R16,140 per month. For married applicants, the combined assets should not exceed an annual income of R193,680.
The income thresholds for the SASSA Older Person and Disability Grants are the same.
For the War Veterans Grant, the maximum annual income for single applicants is R86,280. Married applicants have a combined maximum annual income threshold of R172,560.
To qualify for a SASSA grant, ensure your income falls within the specified maximum limits for the grant you’re applying for. Review this information before starting the SASSA online application process to ensure eligibility.
How much is the SASSA grant?
There is no static amount; each year, the amount is revised to help achieve the grant’s goal. Here is the latest information on the SASSA grant amount for 2024.
The Government has allocated R66 billion, with R36 billion earmarked for expenditure by March 31, 2024.
The anticipated increase is approximately 5.6%. Previously, the payment amount was R500, which has now been raised to R510.
Payments will be made available through direct deposits, and updates on payment increases will be communicated through the official website.
On October 1, 2023, old age grants for individuals aged 60 to 74 were raised by R10, bringing the grant value to R2080.
The grant value increased from R2100 to R2110 for those aged 75 and above. Payments for December 2024 are expected between December 18 and 22, 2023, with an anticipated 5% increase.
The payment dates for SASSA grants in January 2024 are as follows:
- Old Age Pension Grants: January 3, 2024
- Disability Grants: January 4, 2024
- SASSA Child Grant Increase 2024: January 5, 2024
The SASSA Amounts for 2024 are as follows:
- Individuals aged 75 and above will receive R2105, while those below will get R1985.
- War veterans will see an increase to R2105 from R2005.
- Disability grants will rise to R2085.
- Care dependency grants will also increase to R2085.
The SASSA Child Support Grants for 2024 will rise by R10, making the new payment R510. The foster child grant will increase to R1130, while the new amount for the Child Care Dependency Grant is R2090. The child support top-up will remain unchanged at R250.
Why is SASSA not paying?
Many reasons cause some applicant not to receive their grant, popular among these reasons is the entering of wrong banking details.
The primary issue for millions of South Africans who did not receive SASSA Grant Payments in January 2024 is “incorrect banking details.”
If you are also a victim, SASSA has requested affected beneficiaries to dial the Call Centre at 0800 60 10 11 for inquiry or visit the nearest SASSA offices to file complaints.
Below are important information regarding SASSA grants in South Africa,
Check status of SRD grant at srd.sassa.gov.za
Update banking details at srd.sassa.gov.za
How to apply at srd.sassa.gov.za
Lodge an appeal at srd.sassa.gov.za
Verify R350 payment dates with SASSA
Check R350 status at www.sassa.gov.za
Apply for child grant online at www.sassa.gov.za
Complete online application with SASSA
Review SASSA grant updates for 2024
Check balance of SASSA child grant online
Enroll in social service worker program
Fill out SASSA application form
Verify SASSA grant card balance
Update SASSA child grant banking details
Complete SASSA online application form
Verify SASSA application status
Stay informed about child grant news from SASSA
Learn about SASSA in South Africa
Contact the Department of Social Services
Verify SASSA disability grant status online
Submit SASSA grant application
Complete SASSA affidavit for child support grant
Apply with SASSA application form
Enroll in community service worker program
Apply for SASSA child grant and meet application requirements
Stay updated on latest news about R350 SASSA grant increase
SASSA change lost phone numbers
SASSA payment dates for 2023/2024
How to change SRD phone number without application id
How To Check SASSA Care Dependency Grant Status
How To Check SASSA Foster Child Grant Status Online
How To Check SASSA Old Age Grant Status