How Much Does Sassa Pay Per Child?

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How Much Does Sassa Pay Per Child?

How Much Does Sassa Pay Per Child? The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) plays a vital role in providing financial assistance to families in need. One of the significant grants offered by SASSA is the Child Support Grant, which aims to support families in caring for their children. If you’re a parent or caregiver, you may be wondering about the amount SASSA pays per child through this grant. In this article, we will explore the current payment details of the SASSA Child Support Grant, helping you understand the financial support available for raising children.

About SASSA Child Support Grant

The Child Support Grant (CSG) is a payment from the government of South Africa to a primary caregiver of a child under the age of 18. The primary caregiver can be a parent, grandparent or anyone over 16 years old that is the main person responsible for caring for the child. The grant is for residents from lower-income households, who need financial assistance to help take care of a child or children.

 

How Much Does Sassa Pay Per Child?

The value of the basic Child Support Grant is R500 per child, per month, as of 1 April 2023. The grant will increase to R510 from 1 October 2023 (an R10 increase). SASSA introduced the top-up CSG on 1 June 2022, to assist relatives or primary caregivers to provide for an orphan’s basic needs. The top-up amount is R250 per child, per month, as of 1 April 2023. This means the total Child Support Grant is R750 per child, per month.

 

REQUIREMENTS FOR THE SASSA CHILD SUPPORT GRANT

In order to apply for the SASSA Child Support Grant, it is important that you meet the criteria to apply (note that these criteria are subject to change). The criteria are as follows:

  • You must be a South African Citizen, a Permanent Resident or a Refugee
  • You and the child must both reside in South Africa
  • You must be the primary caregiver of the child (you may be the parent, grandparent or anyone over 16 years old that is the main person responsible for caring for the child)
  • You must NOT be receiving any payment to care for the child
  • The child must be under 18 years old
  • The child must be attending school if they are of school-going age
  • The child must NOT be receiving care in a state institution
  • You and your spouse must meet the requirements of the means test

 

How Do You Apply For A Grant Step By Step?

If you are applying for a Care Dependency Grant, Child Support Grant, Foster Child Grant, Disability Grant, Older Persons Grant or Grant-In-Aid, follow these steps:

  1. Visit the SASSA services website on any device with internet connectivity (cellphone, tablet, laptop, desktop computer).
  2. Register as a new user on the SASSA services website, by clicking the yellow “Register” button on the home page.
  3. Log in to the SASSA services website using your username and password.
  4. Click on “Apply for a Grant” and then select the type of grant you wish to apply for.
  5. Fill in the grant application form by providing all the required information.
  6. Print the SASSA-generated affidavit and have it certified by a commissioner of oaths. Print, sign and submit the Bank Payment Form with your affidavit.
  7. Upload the following certified supporting documents in PDF format:

 

SASSA Contact Details

 

The SASSA Child Support Grant provides valuable financial assistance to families for the care and well-being of their children. As of the latest information, SASSA pays a fixed monthly amount of RXXX per child through the grant. Eligible caregivers can apply by meeting the specific criteria and providing the required documentation. For more information, please visit SASSA Grant’s official website.

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