The South African Social Security Agency, also known as SASSA, pays grants to individuals facing financial challenges. The grants have undergone some modification with regard to their amounts and eligibility from the year 2025. This guide provides all the details on the R1370 grant-the requirements and application process.
Understanding R1370 Grant
The R1370 grant is a Foster Child Grant from SASSA. It is given to the financially responsible ‘foster parents’ who are given approved legal foster care of the ‘foster children’ for their proper custody. The grant amounts been raised to R1,370 for every child of each month in 2025.
Determining Eligibility
The applicant must fulfill the conditions stipulated in order to qualify for the Foster Child Grant. The child must legally be under the applicant’s custody as a result of the court’s directive. Both the applicant and the foster child should be permanent residents of South Africa. The Foster Child Grant is not subject to means testing but requires that the applicant provides proof of legal foster care status.
Procedure for Application
To apply for the Foster Child Grant, follow these simple steps:
Document collection. You would require a valid South African ID for the applicant and the birth certificate of the foster children, an official court order placing the child in your foster home, and proof of a bank account where the grant will be deposited.
Application submission. You can do this in person by visiting your nearest SASSA office, where staff will assist you in completing the required forms. SASSA also offers online applications for certain grants. Visit the SASSA Services Portal, register as a new user, and follow the prompts to apply for the Foster Child Grant.
Once the application is submitted, SASSA may take up to 90 days to process it. Applicants will be notified of the outcome via SMS or mail.
Payment Details
The grant amount is R1,370 per child per month. Payments may be made through bank deposit directly into the applicant’s account or may be accessed through the use of the SASSA card from ATMs and other designated retail outlets. Payments are typically made on the fifth of every month.
Mistakes to Avoid
When applying for the Foster Child Grant, ensure all personal details are accurate and match official records. Submit all required documents, including the court order and identification papers. Apply as early as possible to account for the processing time.
The Appeals Process
If your application is denied, you have the right to appeal. Go to your nearest SASSA regional office and appeal against the rejected application within 90 days of receiving the notice of rejection. Include all those extra documentation and information that may back up your appeal. SASSA aims to process appeals within 30 days.
Conclusion
The Foster Child Grant assists thousands of children under the auspices of their foster parents. This is with the acceptance that those who take care of the foster child will not be able to adopt the child. This, in part, is responsible for adjusting eligibility requirements, applicable and proper application methods, through which citizens of South Africa can benefit from financial aid allocated by the state for foster care.