Grant for Older Persons
Social Assistance is an income transfer in the form of grants provided by government. Social grants refer to grants paid by the South African Social Security Agency that is: disability grant; grant for older persons and war veteran’s grant; foster child grant; care dependency grant; child support grant child support grant Top-Up and Grant-in-Aid.
What we do
Social Assistance is an income transfer in the form of grants provided by government. Social grants refer to grants paid by the South African Social Security Agency that is: disability grant; grant for older persons and war veteran’s grant; foster child grant; care dependency grant; child support grant child support grant Top-Up and Grant-in-Aid.
Who is this for
- SA citizens/permanent residents/refugees age 60+;
- not in state institution;
- not receiving another personal grant; valid ID required
Why apply?
To be able to have access to information
Supporting documents
- 13-digit barcoded ID or Smart ID (applicant and spouse)
- Alternative identification if ID unavailable
- Financial information for means test
Payment Methods
Personal bank account OR SASSA service provider account.
Suspension May Occur If:
- Change in financial or medical circumstances.
- Failure to cooperate during review.
- Fraud or misrepresentation.
- Missing required documents.
Restoration:
Apply within 30 days if suspended due to non-collection or missed review.
Grant Lapses when:
- Beneficiary or child dies.
- Child turns 18 (child grants).
- Absence from South Africa exceeds 90 days.
- Grant not collected for 3 consecutive months.
How to register and apply
- Apply at nearest SASSA office or online where available.
- Authorized person may apply if applicant is too old or sick.
- Keep receipt/reference number as proof.
- No fee required to apply.
OR
APPLY ONLINE