SASSA Disability Grant Status Check

The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) provides the Disability Grant to support individuals with permanent or temporary disabilities. Beneficiaries can check their SASSA Disability Grant status online to confirm their grant has been disbursed for the month.

To check your SASSA Disability Grant status online, you will need your national ID number and phone number. Applicants under caretaker protection can use the caregiver’s ID number to verify the grant status and receive updates on the monthly payment schedule.

Check SASSA Disability Grant Status

Follow these steps to check your Disability Grant status on the official SASSAs portal.

1. To officially check SASSA disability grant status online go to https://sassas.co.za/.
2. Enter your South African ID, 13-digit refugee ID, or Caretaker ID number used to submit your disability grant application.
3. Provide the mobile number linked to your SASSA grant application.
4. Click the Status Check button to submit your request.
5. SASSAs database will show your disability grant status, allowing you to verify grant approval and monthly payment details.

Processing of SASSA Disability Grant Application

SASSA Disability Grant application processing takes up to 90 days before approval. During this period, SASSA verifies applicant details within the Department of Home Affairs (DHA) database and assesses your eligibility through the Means Test criteria.

Once approved, SASSA payments will commence from the month your disability grant application was submitted. Be sure to keep the receipt provided during your application, as it includes your Application ID (also known as a reference number). This number is required for lodging an appeal if necessary.

New applicants can check SASSA Disability Grant Application status online through SASSA’s official portal for timely updates.

SASSA Disability Grant Payment Dates

SASSA releases a monthly schedule with SASSA dates to inform beneficiaries of Disability Grant (DG) for payment distribution. Disability Grant payment dates for December are as follows.

SASSA payment dates are subject to change every 30 days, please check your grant dates for monthly information.

Eligibility Criteria for SASSA Disability Grant

To qualify for the SASSA Disability Grant (DG), applicants must meet the following eligibility criteria.

• Applicants must be South African citizens, permanent residents, or refugees living in South Africa.
• Age must be between 18 and 59 years old.
• A medical report confirming (severe) permanent or temporary disability is required 3 months of the application.
• The applicant and their spouse must meet the Means Test criteria for income and assets thresholds.
• Applicants must not receive other social grants provided by government support.
• Applicants must not be under the care of a state institution.

Note: SASSA accepts medical assessment reports that must be recent, dated no more than 90 days prior to the disability grant application, to avoid delays in processing.

SASSA Disability Grant Application Online

To apply for the SASSA Disability Grant in South Africa, provide the following requirements.

• A valid South African ID or refugee ID for both the applicant and spouse.
• A recent medical report confirming the disability, dated within the last 3 months.
• Documents showing your income or proof of unemployment, when requested for means test.
• Your banking details, where grant payments will be deposited, or select other payment options for cash sent.

With these documents, you can complete your SASSA Disability Grant application online.

1. Go to the SASSA Disability Grant Application online. https://sassas.co.za/sassa-online-application/
2. Complete the SASSA application form and fill in all the required information.
3. Upload all necessary documents, such as your medical examination report, income proof, or marital status.
4. Provide your South African ID number and phone number for registration.
5. Submit your application form and wait for a confirmation message.
6. You will be informed via SMS or email regarding the outcome of your SASSA Disability Grant application.

After a successful submission, you’ll receive a receipt with your application ID or reference number. Note down your Disability Grant application ID for future reference.

To monitor your SASSA Disability Grant Status outcome, check SASSA status online for latest updates. Once your application is approved, SASSA payments will begin the same month, and you will be notified via SMS sent to your registered phone number.

How Much Is the SASSA Disability Grant Amount?

The monthly SASSA Disability Grant is R2,190 per person, from 1st October 2024. This amount will increase to R2,200 per person per month, starting on 1st April 2025. The SASSA Disability Grant is based on a sliding scale, with individuals having lower private incomes receiving higher amounts of assistance. You can check your SASSA disability status to confirm your payment approval on www.sassas.co.za.

Announcement: SASSA Disability Grant amount changes every year. The grant payment adjustments are announced during the national budget speech or at the opening of Parliament.

SASSA Means Test for Disability Grant

To qualify for the disability grant from the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA), you must pass the means test criteria:

Income Threshold

Your income must be below the SASSA Means Test threshold to be considered eligible for the Disability Grant.

• A single applicant must earn no more than R97,320 (approximately R8,110 per month).
• The married applicant with a spouse (Combined Income) must not exceed R194,640 (approximately R16,220 per month).

Assets Threshold

Your assets must be below the Means Test threshold for Disability Grant.

• A single applicant must not have more than R1,379,400 in assets.
• The married applicant with a spouse (Combined Assets) not exceeding R2,758,800 in assets.

SASSA’s says, means test is a way to ensure that social grants are given to those who need them the most.

Not Receiving Disability Grant Payment

If you have not received your payments for the month, you can check the SASSA Status Check for Disability Grant online to receive confirmation. Your grant payments are scheduled to be paid on exact payment dates by the SASSA Departments. If your status shows as approved but there is no record of your grant, it may indicate corruption at a Post Office.

It is advisable to report your grant issue to the SASSA helpline at 0800 601 011 and consider Change SASSA Banking Details. This will replace the Cash Send method, which is no longer valid. Now your approved grant paid directly to your account, avoiding delayed payments and the hassle of going to the Post Office for withdrawals.

SASSA Pending Status for Disability Grant

You can rest assured, as the pending status typically lasts for up to two weeks (14 days) which is normal for Sassa payment processing. If your SASSA status shows ‘pending for reapplication’ for your disability grant, it means to update your SASSA online application to reapply for the grant with the correct information. Your grant will be reprocessed once you provide the proper documentation required.

• Important Note: If your eligibility changes or your health condition improves as indicated in the medical report reviewed by SASSA every 12 months, you may no longer qualify for the Disability Grant.

SASSA Appeal for Declined Disability Grant

If your Disability Grant application is unfairly declined, you have the option to appeal for reinstatement. The ITSAA department will review your appeal application, including Means Test criteria and verification results, which may take up to 90 days to complete. You can access the complete process of the SASSA Appeal Application online to have your request sent for reconsideration.

SASSA Status Check