SASSA child support grant: who qualifies and how to check your status
The child support grant is a monthly payment to the primary caregiver of a child under 18 who lives in South Africa. Status and payment dates can be checked online using your ID number and the phone number registered for the grant.
| Criteria / detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Who qualifies | The primary caregiver of the child, and a South African citizen, permanent resident or refugee |
| Child | Under 18, living with the caregiver, and not in the care of a state institution |
| Means test | The caregiver’s income must be below the threshold set annually |
| Apply | Online or at a SASSA office with your ID, the child’s birth certificate, and proof of income and residence |
| Processing | Processing time can vary; the outcome is sent by SMS or email |
| Check status | srd.sassa.gov.za with your ID and registered phone number |
| Payment | Bank account, SASSA card or cash collection; some beneficiaries can check the balance by phone or USSD |
The child support grant is R580 per month for 2026/27. The amount and the income threshold are set in the national budget and can change; confirm current figures with SASSA. A Child Support Grant top-up is only available where SASSA confirms eligibility.