SASSA Grant Online Application – How to apply online

The South African Social Security Agency (also known as SASSA) was established in 2005 by the South African government to minister the social security system. This national agency is ultimately responsible for distributing social grants for the Department of Social Development (DSD), which provides social assistance to the people of South Africa. Most of the Grants are determined by a means test and are paid in cash monthly.

SASSA grants can be applied for in 2 ways: in person at any SASSA office within the country (find a SASSA office closest to you here) or online. If you have access to a device with internet connection (cellphone/ tablet/ laptop/ desktop computer), then applying online is the fastest and easiest way to submit your grant application. Carry on reading below to find out how to apply for a SASSA grant online!

Steps to apply for SASSA Grant online:

STEP 1:

• Make sure you have a device that has internet access
• Open your device’s browser (e.g. Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, etc)
• Visit the SASSA Online Services website

STEP 2:

• You will now need to register to access the various services
• To do this, click the yellow “Register” button and click the tick box to agree to South Africa’s Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) & Cookie Consent
• Fill in your relevant details
• Click the “Save” button
• Next, a One-Time-Pin (OTP) will be sent to your cellphone, to confirm your registration
• Type your pin into the space provided and complete your registration
• You should now be able to access the SASSA online services

STEP 3:

• Be sure to keep your browser open while waiting for the pin (should you close the browser, you can always return to the login screen and get a new PIN, thus repeating STEP 2)
• From your home screen, you should now be able to access SASSA services

STEP 4:

• Click on the “Apply for Grant” button
• Be sure to choose the grant type you wish to apply for
• You will now see an application form, be sure to complete the screening questionnaire and ensure that all details are filled in as per your ID document (the purpose of the questionnaire is so that SASSA may provide you with a list of all the required supporting documents)
• Ensure that you are as honest as possible when answering the question, as any false information may delay your application or lead to criminal prosecution
• If you are in need of more detailed assistance, use the optional questionnaire for help and guidance

STEP 5:

• You will now be able to complete your grant application form and your SASSA generated affidavit
• Supply the necessary information that you provided on the web page by clicking the “Continue To Next Step” button

STEP 6:

• You will then be directed to the SASSA Online Services website
• Upload your relevant supporting documents (it’s important to note that you can also get and print the SASSA generated affidavit and Consent for Bank Payment Form from the SASSA Online Services Website)

STEP 7:

• SASSA’s Website will now show you all the required supporting documents you need, as well as list all the documents that are outstanding and needed to complete your application
• Some supporting documents will need to be certified before being uploaded and be sent in a compatible format

STEP 8:

• To finalize your application, click the “SUBMIT DOCUMENTS” button
• Next, you should receive an SMS, email confirmation and a reference number (this number can be used for any enquiries and references you may need in the future)
• The date of your application is the date when SASSA will receive all your supporting documents/ application

Types of grants offered by SASSA (read the criteria here):

Child Support Grant
Care Dependency Grant
Foster Child Grant
Disability Grant
Grant-in-Aid
Older Person’s Grant (an old-age pension)
War Veterans Grant
Social Relief of Distress (SRD) *

*The SRD Grant is given to people in special cases to provide immediate temporary assistance via food parcels, vouchers, or cash. The SRD Grant (Covid-19 SRD Grant) was introduced in 2020 to aid those who faced hardships because of the pandemic. In October 2022, the Minister of Finance also announced that the SRD grant would be extended until March 2024. Those applying for the SRD grant must apply here.
 

Types of SASSA grants:

SRD R350 Grant Care Dependency Grant Child Support Grant Foster Child Grant Disability Grant Older Persons Grant Grant-In-Aid War Veterans Grant

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QUERIES AND CONTACT

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: SASSA contact details