SASSA funds people who are temporarily or permanently disabled and require funding to cover their monthly expenses. The condition to apply for this grant is that the disability must have made you unfit to work for a certain period of time.

If you want to know more about the disability grant, here is a complete guide on the SASSA disability grant payment dates and online application.

Disability Grant Payment Dates

Typically, the disability grant amounts are paid on the 3rd or 4th day of each month. Recipients usually have 5 working days from the payment date update to collect their disability grant. Here are the expected dates for the disability grant payments for 2024.

  • January 3, 2025
  • December 3, 2024
  • November 3, 2024
  • October 3, 2024
  • September 4, 2024
  • August 3, 2024
  • July 5, 2024
  • June 4, 2024
  • April 3, 2024
  • May 4, 2024
  • March 5, 2024
  • February 3, 2024
  • January 2, 2024

How Much is the Disability Grant Amount?

As of April 1, 2024, the agency has announced an increase of R90 per grant, making the new value of disability grants around R2,180 per month. However, the amount varies from person to person and is decided using the sliding scale, which means people with higher incomes will receive a smaller grant amount, and vice versa. Once the application is approved, you will be able to view the specific amount of your disability grant.

SASSA Disability Grant Online Application Form

To apply for the SASSA disability grant, you will have to submit the application form. This form usually requires your personal and financial information, including your citizenship, ID number, ID Document type, surname, email address, phone number, employment status, financial documents history, and more. You can download this form from the official website or obtain it by visiting the nearest local SASSA office.

SASSA Disability Grant Status Check Online

Once your application is submitted and it has been 30 days, you can check the status of your application from the online portal and through their toll-free phone number. Here is how it goes.

Through Online Website

  • First, visit the SASSA Service website and log into your account.
  • Go to the Grant section and select Disability Grant. From here, navigate to the Status section and you will be able to check whether your application has been approved or rejected.

Toll-Free Number

  • Dial the SASSA toll-free number on your phone, 082 601 011.
  • Press 1 from the keypad to talk to the SASSA representative. Tell them about your status check inquiry.
  • They will ask for your ID number and reference ID.
  • Once verified, they will give you insights into the outcome.

WhatsApp Status Check

  • Send a Hi message to the SASSA Whatsapp at 082 046 8553 to initiate the service menu.
  • Select Grant and Status Check from the menu.
  • After this, they will inquire about your ID number and reference ID.
  • Once verified, you will be able to view your grant status.

SASSA Disability Grant Balance Check

You can check your disability grant balance through several methods, including phone number, WhatsApp, and ATM. Here are the commonly used methods explained in detail, so you can conveniently get access to your SASSA grant credit.

Phone Number

  • Open your mobile phone and dial *1203210#.
  • Follow the instruction prompt on the screen and you will be able to view your balance and transaction history.
  • Alternatively, dial the USSD code *12069677# and follow the steps mentioned on the screen prompt.
  • After this, you will get a text message with account credit and transaction history.

WhatsApp

  • Save the SASSA WhatsApp number on your phone, 082 046 8553, and send the greeting message to initiate the service menu.
  • Select the Status category from the menu and type Yes.
  • After this, you will enter the SASSA-registered phone number and reference ID of your application.
  • Select Disability Grant credit check from the menu and you will be able to access the credit information and transaction history.

SASSA Disability Grant Online Application

The SASSA disability grant online application is easy and straightforward. All you need to do is prepare your documents and be transparent about your financial and personal details. Here is what you need to do about the SASSA disability grant application process.

Eligibility Criteria

The applicant must fulfill the following requirements to apply for the SASSA disability grant.

  • The applicant must be a South African citizen or permanent resident. Or, they must be living in a country with refugee status.
  • The applicant must be between the ages of 18 and 59.
  • The applicant must be living in South Africa at the time of application.
  • The applicant must not be receiving care and support in a state-funded Institution.
  • The applicant must not be receiving care from other social grant programs.
  • The applicant must have a temporary or permanent disability. It can be a physical or mental disability that must make them unfit to work for a period longer than 6 months but less than 12 months. This time applies to temporarily disabled applicants.
  • For applicants with a permanent disability quota, the unemployment period should be longer than 12 months.
  • The applicants must undergo a medical examination that would prove their disability. This examination is done by a state-appointed physician in an SASSA facility.
  • The applicant must comply with the Means Test requirements. According to the Means Test, the income threshold for single applicants and married applicants is R97,320 and R194,640 per year, respectively. Moreover, the asset threshold for single applicants and married applicants is R379,400 and R758,800, respectively.

Documents Required

Applicants must submit the following documents with the disability grant application form.

  • A 13-digit bar-coded South African ID document.
  • Refugee status permit and 13-digit ba-coded Refugee ID, as required.
  • A functional medical report confirming your disability. You can download the medical form template from the official SASSA website.
  • Proof of marital status. It can be your marriage certificate, divorce decree, or affidavit, as applicable.
  • Proof of residency.
  • Proof of income and dividends. Married applicants should also submit their spouse’s incomes and dividends, if applicable.
  • Proof of applicants and his/ her assets, including the municipal value of their property.
  • Proof of private pension, if applicable.
  • 3 months bank statement.
  • If, for whatever reason, the ID document is missing, SASSA requires an affidavit form. You can download the form from the official website and it should be stamped and signed by an Oath Commissioner, who is not affiliated with SASSA. The affidavit should be accompanied by the following documents, a sworn statement by a reputed leader, religious leader, school principal, or social worker.

How to Apply for the SASSA Disability Grant?

There are two ways through which you can submit the disability grant application, the online services portal or by physically visiting the SASSA center. Here is a breakdown of both processes.

Online Application

  • First, visit the SASSA Services Portal and register yourself by providing your ID document and phone number.
  • Set up a password and verify the account by inserting the one-time PIN code received on your phone number.
  • Once the account is active, go to the Grant section and select SASSA Disability Grant.
  • An application form will appear on the screen. Fill it out and make sure there are no typing errors or incorrect information.
  • Proceed further and upload the supporting documents. Hit the Submit button and your application is complete.

In-Person Application

  • First, locate the nearest local SASSA office from the official website.
  • Visit the office and ask about a SASSA representative. If you are unable to visit the office physically, the agency gives you the leverage to send a trusted family member or friend on your behalf for the application.
  • Once there, obtain the application form and fill it in the presence of the representative.
  • Attach the supporting documents with the application form and submit it.
  • You will receive a stamped receipt as proof of your application. SASSA will forward any decision to you once notified by the committee.

What is the expected amount of the SASSA disability grant?

The expected amount set for the SASSA disability grant is around R2,180 per month.

What is the payment date for the SASSA disability grant?

The expected payday for the SASSA disability grant is April 3, 2024.

Do I have to provide my bank details for the SASSA disability grant application?

Yes, you must provide banking details for the submission of the SASSA disability grant application.

The SASSA disability grant application process is easy and everything happens online, so there is no need to go the extra mile. All you need to do is make sure you are eligible and prepare the necessary documents. I hope this guide has been helpful for anyone currently planning to apply for the disability grant.