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SASSA Foster Child Grant: For Court-Placed Children

The SASSA Foster Child Grant supports people caring for a child placed in their care by a court. Learn who qualifies, the court order requirement, documents needed, and how to apply.

Last updated: 1 February 2026

The Foster Child Grant is paid to a person who has a child placed in their care by a court order. It is different from other child grants because it requires a formal foster-care placement, not just day-to-day caregiving.

This guide explains the court order requirement, who qualifies, and how to apply.

Who qualifies

  • You must be a foster parent appointed by a court order.
  • The child must be under 18 (or up to 21 if still in school and the order is extended).
  • You and the child must live in South Africa.
  • The child must remain in your care as set out in the court order.

The Foster Child Grant does not have a means test on the foster parent, because the placement is decided by a court, not by income.

The court order requirement

You cannot apply for this grant without a valid court order placing the child in your foster care. The order is issued by a children's court, usually with the help of a social worker who investigates the child's circumstances.

Documents you need

  • Your ID and the child's birth certificate.
  • The court order placing the child in your foster care.
  • Proof of residence.
  • Banking details for payment.

How to apply

  1. 1Obtain the court order through a social worker and the children's court.
  2. 2Take the order and your documents to your nearest SASSA office.
  3. 3Complete the application form with an official.
  4. 4Submit the documents and your banking details.
  5. 5Wait for the outcome and note the renewal date on your court order.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a court order for the Foster Child Grant?

Yes. A valid children's court order placing the child in your foster care is essential; you cannot receive this grant without one.

When is the Foster Child Grant paid?

It is normally paid on the second payment day of the month, together with the Child Support and Care Dependency grants.

What happens when the court order expires?

The grant stops if the order lapses. You must have the order extended by the court before it expires to keep receiving the grant.

Conclusion

The Foster Child Grant supports court-appointed foster parents and, unlike other child grants, has no means test on the foster parent. The court order is the essential document, so keep it valid and renew it before it expires.

This is an independent guide; the court and SASSA make the final decisions.

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