How much is sassa foster grant 2026 per month Get the details about sassa foster grant,This article will let you know the Amount received sassa foster Grant Beneficiaries every month in 2026.
What is sassa foster grant
Get a grant to take care of your foster child. A foster child is a child who has been placed in your custody by a court as a result of being:
- orphaned
- abandoned
- at risk
- abused
- neglected.
REQUIREMENTS FOR THE SASSA FOSTER CHILD GRANT
In order to apply for the SASSA Foster Child Grant, it is important that you meet the criteria to apply (note that these criteria are subject to change). The criteria is as follows:
- You must be a South African Citizen, a Permanent Resident or a Refugee
- You must be the foster parent of the child and they must remain in your care
- You and the foster child must both reside in South Africa
- The foster child must have been placed in your custody by a court, due to any of the following reasons: they were orphaned/ abandoned/ at risk/ abused/ neglected
- The foster child must be under 18 years old
DOCUMENTS REQUIRED WHEN APPLYING FOR A FCG
Applicants must take along the following documents when applying for the foster child grant through SASSA (these must be original documents or certified copies):
- The child’s birth certificate (if you do not have this document available, a SASSA official will assist you in filling out a sworn statement or affidavit form)
- Your South African Identity Document (if you do not have this document available, a SASSA official will assist you in filling out a sworn statement or affidavit form)
- Your status permit and refugee ID if you are a refugee
- Your spouses South African Identity Document, if you are married (if you do not have this document available, a SASSA official will assist you in filling out a sworn statement or affidavit form)
- Proof of your spousal relationship – any of the following:
- Marriage certificate: if married
- Divorce order: if divorced
- Spouses death certificate if your spouse is deceased
- Sworn statement or affidavit if any of the above do not apply (eg. if you are living with a partner and unmarried, if you are separated or do not have contact with your spouse)
- Court order proving that you are the foster parent
SASSA Child Foster Grant Amount 2026
Foster Child Grant increased by R40 to R1,290
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How much is the foster care grant in 2026?
Approximately R1,180 per child per month.
Is the foster grant paid per child?
Yes, each foster child qualifies for a separate payment.
Does the foster grant increase every year?
Yes, it is usually adjusted annually.
Is the foster grant means-tested?
No, income is generally not considered.
Who qualifies for the foster grant?
Court-appointed foster parents caring for a child under 18.
What documents are required?
ID, birth certificate, and court order.
How long does approval take?
Typically 1 to 3 months.
Can refugees apply?
Yes, if they meet legal requirements.
When does the grant stop?
When the child turns 18 or court order expires.
Can I receive grants for multiple children?
Yes, each eligible child qualifies.
Do I need to renew the grant?
Yes, especially if the court order expires.
Can I choose how to receive payment?
Yes, via bank, card, or cash point.
What if my application is rejected?
You can appeal or reapply.
Is the application free?
Yes, it is free.
Can I apply online?
Some steps may be online, but court processes are required.
What happens if I lose custody?
The grant will stop.
Do I need proof of income?
Usually not required for foster grants.
Can I update my payment method?
Yes, through SASSA.
What if I don’t receive payment?
Contact SASSA for assistance.
Who manages the foster grant?
The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA).
