Can I Get My Social Security Number in South Africa?
The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) is a national public entity established in terms of the Social Security Agency Act (2004) to administer and pay social assistance grants.
What is the importance of Social Security number in South Africa?
South Africa’s contributory and non-contributory social security mechanisms aim to alleviate poverty or provide temporary income support. The non-contributory components make up the greater part of the social security system. These social assistance transfers are funded from general revenue and are appropriated on the vote of the Department of Social Development.
How much is SASSA payment now?
Presently, the Sassa payment is R2010. However, the Grant-In-Aid will increase to R500 on 1 April 2023, (an increase of R20), while it is expected to then increase to R510 on 1 October 2023 (an increase of R10).
The SASSA Social grants are in place to help improve the living standards in society of people who are vulnerable to poverty, and need state support which includes older people, people with disabilities, and people with young children.
The grants are:
- Older person’s grant (old age pension)
- Child support grant.
- Care dependency grant.
- Grant in aid (if you live on a social grant but need someone to take care of you)
- War veteran’s grant.
- Foster child grant.
- Disability grant.
How do I register on SASSA?
Here is how to apply for a SASSA Social grant.
- Apply at your closest SASSA office.
- Bring your relevant documents with you.
- Keep your receipt of application in a safe place.
- Wait for your written notification of the outcome of your application.
- Decide on your payment method.
