The government gives some help to families in South Africa. They support families with children who are living in poverty that are under the age of 18. The government gives R790 per child that qualifies. This is very helpful to families in South Africa. There are many people that qualify, some people who do not qualify can still access the aid in other ways. Because of this, the timings, the payments, and the amount of paperwork that is needed are all very regulated.
Who is Eligible to Receive the Child Support Grant?
To receive the Child Support Grant, R790 in 2025:
– The child’s caregiver, whether parent, grandparent, or guardian, must be a South African citizen, permanent resident, or a recognized refugee.
– The child must be under the age of 18, must live in South Africa with the caregiver and must not be living in a government-run care facility.
– The applicant must also pass the means test; Single applicants must earn less than R61,200 annually (R5,100/month) and for married couples, it should not be more than R122,400 which is (R10,200/month) in a year.
– The aid can only be claimed for a maximum of 6 children.
2025 Dates for Payments SASSA’s Child Support Grant
The payments for SASSA’s Child Support Grant are made every month and are made on the first Thursday of each month directly after the Older Persons and Disabilities Grants are paid.
– In this case, the payments are made in November 2025 and the payment is made on Thursday, November 6.- Old Age Grant: Tuesday, November 4. Disability Grant: Wednesday, November 5. Child Support Grant: Thursday, November 6.
All scheduled payments are safely paid, and the money is there to be taken out on the day and after.
How to Apply and Documents Needed
Application forms for the Child Support Grant are done only in person, at a local SASSA office or counter service point. Required documents:
– South African ID for the caregiver and a child
– The child’s birth certificate.
– A payslip and a certificate of marriage or an affidavit, or something to prove marital status.
– A person affidavit, letter from a social worker, or a school principal providing proof of primary caregiver.
– Documents of residency showing the applicant and child together live in South Africa.
The application is free, and SASSA officers will assist you with the documents. The applicants and SASSA officers will fill out the forms together and every applicant gets a receipt.
Important Rules and Regulations
– The what’s called primary caregiver of the child is the only person who can apply, and not a facility, organization, or paid child caregiver.
– If a grant for the child is already given to someone, you won’t get a new application.
– The income of the applicant should not be above the given income test limits. Otherwise, the grant will be suspended or taken.
Grant Details Table
| Grant Component | Details |
|---|---|
| Amount per child | R790 per month |
| Eligibility | SA citizen, primary caregiver, means test |
| Payment Date Nov 2025 | Thursday, November 6, 2025 |
| Application Process | At SASSA office, with required documents |
FAQs
Q1. What will the amount be for SASSA Child Support Grant in 2025?
In 2025, Child Support Grant will be R790 for every child every month.
Q2. When will I get my next payment for November 2025?
Payments will be delivered on Thursday, November 6.
Q3. Where do I apply for the grant and how do I do that?
To apply for the SASSA, visit any SASSA office. You only need to bring an ID, a birth certificate, and proof that you are a caregiver.
