SASSA administers eight different grants in South Africa. Here is a quick overview of each one, including who qualifies and how much it pays. Amounts reflect the October 2025 increase.
| Grant | Amount | Who Qualifies |
|---|---|---|
| SRD R370 | R370/month | Unemployed adults 18-59 |
| Child Support | R530/month | Primary caregiver of child under 18 |
| Older Persons | R2,180/month | South Africans aged 60+ |
| Disability | R2,180/month | Adults 18-59 with disability |
| Foster Child | R1,180/month | Foster parents |
| Care Dependency | R2,180/month | Children with severe disability |
| War Veterans | R2,200/month | Veterans of SA wars |
| Grant-in-Aid | R530/month | Additional, for full-time care needs |
SRD R370 Grant (Social Relief of Distress)
R370/month
The SRD grant is for unemployed adults between 18 and 59 who earn less than R624 per month. It was introduced during the COVID-19 pandemic and has been extended multiple times. President Ramaphosa confirmed during SONA 2026 that it will continue, with R35.2 billion allocated.
Apply online at srd.sassa.gov.za. See our eligibility guide for full details.
Child Support Grant
R530/month
Paid to the primary caregiver (usually the mother) of a child under 18. The caregiver must earn below the income threshold set by SASSA. You can receive this grant for each qualifying child. This is the most widely received grant in South Africa, reaching over 13 million children.
Apply at your nearest SASSA office with your ID, the child's birth certificate, and proof of income.
Older Persons Grant
R2,180/month (R2,200 for 75+)
For South African citizens or permanent residents aged 60 and older. There is a means test based on your income and assets. If you are 75 or older, you receive a slightly higher amount of R2,200 per month.
Apply at your nearest SASSA office with your ID and proof of income/assets.
Disability Grant
R2,180/month
For adults between 18 and 59 who have a disability that prevents them from working for six months or longer. You need a medical assessment from a SASSA-appointed doctor. The grant can be temporary (reviewed every 6-12 months) or permanent, depending on the nature of the disability.
Apply at your nearest SASSA office. You will need a medical report.
Foster Child Grant
R1,180/month
Paid to foster parents who have a valid court order placing a child in their care. The court order is the key requirement. Without it, you cannot receive this grant. It is paid per child in foster care.
Apply at your nearest SASSA office with the court order and your ID.
Care Dependency Grant
R2,180/month
For parents or caregivers of children under 18 who have a severe mental or physical disability requiring permanent home care. A SASSA medical officer must confirm that the child needs full-time care at home.
Apply at your nearest SASSA office with medical records and your ID.
War Veterans Grant
R2,200/month
For veterans who served in the Second World War or the Korean War. Due to the age of qualifying veterans, this grant has very few active recipients. It includes a means test.
Apply at your nearest SASSA office with proof of military service.
Grant-in-Aid
R530/month
An additional grant for people who already receive the Older Persons Grant, Disability Grant, or War Veterans Grant and who need full-time care from someone else. It is paid on top of the existing grant to help cover the cost of a caregiver.
Apply at your nearest SASSA office with a medical report confirming your care needs.
How to Apply for Any SASSA Grant
The SRD R370 grant is the only one you can apply for online. For all other grants, you need to visit your nearest SASSA office in person. Bring your ID document and any supporting paperwork (birth certificates, medical reports, court orders, proof of income).
Find your nearest SASSA office by calling 0800 60 10 11.