Foster Child Grant · national programme
Who qualifies for the SASSA Foster Child Grant?
Who qualifies for the SASSA Foster Child Grant? This answers the common search ‘who qualifies for foster care grant’. Support where a child is placed with the caregiver by a valid court order.
Who may qualify
Check these things first
This is a simple first check. SASSA, UIF or your municipality will check your application and make the final decision.
- Citizenship or accepted residence status: South African citizen, permanent resident, refugee
- Person is living in South Africa: Yes
- Child’s age: less than 18
- A valid foster-care court order is in place: Yes
- Child remains in the applicant’s care: Yes
Amounts and limits
Current amounts used in this guide
Monthly amount from 1 October 2026R1 300
Monthly amountR1 290
What you may need
Documents to get ready
Identity document or accepted status document
Proof of residence
Child birth certificate
Court order or guardianship evidence
Keep sensitive documents private. This website does not need your ID, statements or banking confirmation for the anonymous scan.
Avoid preventable delays
Get the application ready.
- Use names and identity details exactly as Home Affairs records them.
- List every source of income and financial support honestly, even when it is irregular or comes from another bank account.
- Collect the programme's documents and complete the SASSA affidavit for that grant where requested.
- Keep the application receipt, reference number, submitted-document list and any SMS or email.
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