SASSA Grant

How To Apply For Sassa Caregiver Grant 2025/2026

The SASSA Caregiver Grant is an important source of funding for individuals who are committed to providing full-time care to children, adults, or the elderly. The child must be receiving permanent home care rather than care at a state-funded facility.

If you are a carer responsible for a child’s or an individual’s well-being who is unable to care for themselves due to disability or old age, the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) offers a carer award to provide financial help.

This detailed post will help you through the submission method for the SASSA helper Grant for the 2025 year. You can ensure a smooth application procedure and boost your chances of obtaining the award by following these steps.

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Who is Eligible for the Sassa Caregiver Grant 2025-2026 year

The Sassa assistant Grant is intended for those who are not the biological parents of the children they care for but play an important part in their upbringing. The applicant for the caregiver grant must meet the following criteria;

The applicant must be a South African citizen, permanent resident, or refugee.
The applicant and child must be resident in South Africa.
The child must be under the age of 18 years.
The applicant must submit a medical / assessment report confirming permanent, severe disability.
The applicant and spouse must meet the requirements of the means test (except for foster parents.
The care-dependent child/children must not be permanently cared for in a State Institution.

Qualifications for Applying for the Sassa Caregiver Grant

The applicant must be a South African citizen, permanent resident, or refugee.
The applicant and child must be resident in South Africa.
The child must be under the age of 18 years.
The applicant must submit a medical / assessment report confirming permanent, severe disability.
The applicant and spouse must meet the requirements of the means test (except for foster parents.
The care-dependent child/children must not be permanently cared for in a State Institution.

How To Register For Sassa Caregiver Grant for 2025

Individuals must complete an application form and provide supporting evidence to verify their eligibility for the Sassa Caregiver Grant. This can be done through the various application methods provided by Sassa. Select from the below methods, to apply for the Sassa Grant 2025;

Apply via WhatsApp:

Send a message via WhatsApp to 082 046 8553
Provide your details
You will receive a Reference number, an OTP, and a link to click
Click on the provided link, fill in your OTP, and verify your account
Fill in your surname and ID number
Confirm the personal details that you provided via the WhatsApp chat

Apply via the SRD Website:

In your internet browser, visit the SRD Website(if you are a Refugee, Asylum Seeker, or Special Permit Holders, find out how to apply here)
Fill in your mobile number and ID number and click “send SMS”
You will receive a 6-digit OTP via SMS
Insert the OTP number on the SRD website and click “verify pin”

Using the SASSA Chatbot:

In your internet browser, visit the SASSA Website
Click on the SRD R350 Grant assistance chatbox (the orange box on the side of the screen)
Fill in your ID number and mobile number
On the chat, choose the option to apply for the SRD R350 grant
Click on the SRD website link provided by the SASSA Chatbot
Follow the SRD website steps

To Apply In-Person;

Visit a SASSA office close to you
Completed the SASSA application form in the presence of a SASSA officer
After completing the application form completely, you will be given a dated stamped receipt that includes the name of the SASSA official who aided you with your application.
keep your receipt as proof of application

READ: How To Apply For Sassa R350 Grant August 2025

SASSA Grants Contact Details

For any further queries, please contact SASSA directly:

Contact the SASSA Toll-Free Call centre on 0800 60 10 11
Contact the SASSA Head Office on 012 400 2322
Email SASSA Head Office at: Grantsenquiries@sassa.gov.za
Contact details of SASSA offices across the country: Contact SASSA

Applying for the Sassa caregiver Grant might give much-needed financial aid during challenging circumstances. You may ensure a smooth and successful application process by following these step-by-step steps.

For more information visit the official website of Sassa.

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