SASSA Caregiver Grant For Refugees January 2025: Age-Wise Payment Details

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SASSA- the South African Social Security Agency- gives grants to different forms of vulnerable groups. These include, among others, the impoverished caregivers who take care of children as well as the elderly and disable fellows. In the continuation of the support made by SASSA to refugees who. qualified for the Caregiver Grant, below are the requirements on eligibility, payment information and the portion of the age group that is given for this very important grant.

What Is The SASSA Caregiver Grant?

This grant comes in highly handy so as to enable individuals belonging to an adult age cohort to care for dependent children (minors) or disabled persons. This grant is available even to aforementioned refugees, who will meet all legal and eligibility requirements.

Eligibility Criteria For Refugees

For the purposes of January 2025, the SASSA Caregiver Grant will be;

  • Legal Status: Valid refugee status as per South African law and requisite documents from the Department of Home Affairs with regard to the applicant. 
  • Caregiver Role: The applicant must be the primary caregiver for one or more children under the age of 18 years or an adult requiring full-time care.
  • Income Threshold: Refugees must pass the means test mean to analyze the income by household for purposes of ensuring these do reach those most deserving.
  • Proof of Relationship: Birth certificates or affidavits confirming the caregiver-child relationship for children.
  • Residency: Within the bounds of South Africa. 

Payment Information For The Month Of January In The Year 2025

The Caregiver Grant is a monthly payment. Grant beneficiaries can access these amounts through any of the following; bank deposit, SASSA Gold Cards, or an appropriate pay point.

  1. Amount of Payment: Refugees covered under the Caregiver Grant in the January 2025 month would get a payment of R510 per child or dependent.
  2. Payment Dates: Normally, the paydays would start in the first week of January according to the SASSA schedule. Specific dates are adopted by the regions.

Related To The Age Group:

Children Under-Six Years: Younger children would normally require other documentation accompanying their immunization record.

  • Children Aged 7-17 Years: Requires proof of school attendance for continuing eligibility. 
  • Dependants Above 18 Years: Refugees where dependents are adults with disabilities require medical certificates confirming the condition of the dependent. 

How To Apply  

This grant can be applied for by Refugees within the nearest SASSA office and through online application only. The application includes:

  • Submitting valid identification and refugee status documents.
  • Completing the application form.
  • Providing proof of income and caregiver responsibilities.

Also Read: SASSA Children Grants 2025 : Payment Dates And Eligibility Criteria Revealed

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