The South African Social Security Agency offers the SASSA Foster Child Grant to eligible caregivers providing a safe and nurturing environment for children in their care.
This grant provides much-needed financial support to help cover the costs associated with raising a foster child.
What is the SASSA Foster Child Grant?
The SASSA Foster Child Grant is a social grant provided to South African citizens, permanent residents, or refugees who are legally fostering a child.
The grant aims to assist foster parents with the financial burden of caring for a child in their home.
To be eligible for the Foster Child Grant, you must meet the following criteria:
- You must be a South African citizen, permanent resident, or refugee residing in South Africa.
- The child you are fostering must also be residing in South Africa.
- The child must remain in your care.
How To Check SASSA Foster Child Grant Status Online
To check your SASSA Foster Child Grant status online, you can use the SASSA SRD Grant website.
Simply go to https://srd.sassa.gov.za/sc19/status and enter your ID number and phone number used during the application.
You will get a notification on the approval or pending status of your Foster Child Grant.
How do I know if my SASSA Foster Child Grant is approved?
SASSA will notify you directly through SMS or a letter if your Foster Child Grant application is approved.
The notification will typically include information about the grant amount, payment schedule, and payment method (for example, bank deposit or SASSA card).