The 2025 R510 Child Support Grant which the South African Social Security Agency, SASSA, will be offering would serve as a lifeline for millions of families within the ambit of this grant in the future as it caters to the basic needs of children for low-income households. This grant will also form part of the government’s poverty eradication strategy and here’s what families need to know regarding eligibility and schedule for payments in 2025:
Who Qualifies Under This Child Support Grant?
The grant is specifically for families that do not meet the above criteria for acquisition of the Child Support Grant. To qualify for the grant, one must meet the criteria below:
- Be a South African citizen, permanent resident or refugee.
- Serve as primary caregiver of a child under the age of 18.
- Have household income below means test threshold (i.e. R60 000 annually for single caregivers, R120 000 for married couples).
- Ensure that the child of school-going age attends school.
It must however be noted that a child is entitled to only one caregiver at a time for the grant, and can also not be claimed for children that are in the care of the state.
Payment Schedule For 2025
SASSA deposits funds every month on certain dates, with the last people to get grants being those under the Child Support Grant. For 2025, the great outline is as follows:
- Payment starts on 3 January 2025.
- Payment starts on 1 February 2025.
- Payment starts on 3 March 2025.
Child Support Grants would normally be available just after the first two categories. The beneficiaries are advised to check their payment status through the SASSA online portal or on WhatsApp service.
Concluding Thought
The Child Support Grant of R510 is an essential fund in the lives of South African families. Adhering to eligibility and keeping track of dates will allow you to benefit as one of the beneficiaries for this very important resource during 2025.
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