Who does not qualify for Sassa grants

Who does not qualify for Sassa grants

The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) provides grants to eligible individuals based on specific criteria. Individuals who do not qualify for SASSA grants typically fall into one or more of the following categories:

General Disqualifications

1. Non-Citizens Without Permanent Residency: Only South African citizens, permanent residents, and refugees who meet the legal requirements qualify for grants.
2. Individuals Above the Income Threshold: Grants are means-tested, and applicants who earn or own assets above certain limits are disqualified. The thresholds vary depending on the type of grant.
3. Age Restrictions:
   • For child support grants, the child must be under 18.
   • For older person grants, the applicant must be 60 or older.
4. Not Meeting Medical Criteria:
   • For the disability grant, individuals must have a medical condition that prevents them from working for more than six months and be certified by a doctor.
   • A temporary disability grant may be denied if the condition is deemed not severe or temporary.
5. Duplicate Grant Beneficiaries: People who are already receiving one type of grant may not qualify for another under certain conditions.
6. Institutionalized Individuals: Some grants, like the older person’s grant, may not be available to those permanently in state care facilities.
7. Non-Compliance with Documentation: Applicants must provide required documents such as ID, proof of income, medical reports, or bank statements. Missing or falsified documents result in disqualification.
8. Child Support Grants:
   • Biological parents who do not have custody of the child may not qualify.
   • If the caregiver already receives support from another grant for the child, they cannot double-claim.

Applicants can apply online here

RELATED LINKS

• How to Apply for Sassa
• Check application status
• How to appeal to Sassa
• sassa declaration form
• Sassa Consent form
• Sassa Grant Payment Dates

Each grant has specific criteria that must be met. If unsure about eligibility, individuals can visit a SASSA office for an assessment or review the guidelines on the SASSA website.