SASSA application

A SASSA card. Image: Facebook/SASSA News

Did you know? You can now apply for your SASSA grant online

Do you want to apply for a SASSA grant but do not want to queue? You can now make your application online. Here’s how..

SASSA application

A SASSA card. Image: Facebook/SASSA News

The South African Social Security Services (SASSA) is now offering online applications for various types of grants.

Here is a guide on how you can apply.

APPLY FOR SASSA GRANTS ONLINE

The Social Security Agency provides various types of social support for 18 million people across South Africa. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how you can apply for a social grant online.

SASSA application
How to apply for your SASSA grant online. Image: South African Social Security Agency.

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For the Child Support Grant online application here’s what you need:

  • Copy of applicant’s ID document
  • Copy of spouse’s ID document if applicable
  • Proof of marital status
  • Proof of banking details
  • Proof of income, if applicable
  • SASSA generated affidavit

For the Older Person’s Grant application here’s what you need:

  • Copy of applicant’s ID document
  • Copy of spouse’s ID document if applicable
  • Proof of marital status
  • Proof of banking details
  • Proof of income, if applicable
  • SASSA generated affidavit

For the Foster Child Grant application here’s what you need:

  • Copy of applicant’s ID document
  • Copy of spouse’s ID document if applicable
  • Proof of marital status
  • Proof of banking details
  • Proof of income, if applicable
  • SASSA generated affidavit
  • Court order or court order extension

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