SASSA gives out Foster Child Grants worth R1250 to help kids and their caregivers. The next payment comes on September 5, 2025. People who get this grant should know how to check if their money is ready. This helps them use the money as soon as they can. We will tell you who can get the grant. We will also show you how to check your payment and what to do if there are problems.
Who Can Receive the Foster Child Grant? Complete Eligibility Breakdown
The Foster Child Grant gives R1250 to people who look after children in South Africa. You can get this money if you are a South African citizen permanent resident or refugee. You need papers from the court that say you are taking care of a child under 18 years old. Both you and the child must live in South Africa to get the grant. This money helps families buy food clothes and pay for school. The court papers must stay up to date and need to be renewed every two years. You must tell SASSA if any of your details change so the grant keeps coming. The grant helps foster parents take good care of the children in their homes.
How to Check Your Foster Child Grant Payment Status Quickly
Here’s how to check your Foster Child Grant payment from SASSA starting September 5 2025.
– You can check online by going to srd.sassa.gov.za.
– Just log in with your ID number and look for “Check Payment Status” to see when you’ll get paid.
– Make sure you use the same phone number you used when you first applied.
– You can also use WhatsApp. Add 082 046 8553 to your contacts.
– Send a message with the word ‘Status’ & your ID number.
– You’ll get a message back about your grant & September payment.
– If you don’t have internet you can go to a SASSA office.
– Bring your ID & grant card with you.
– A staff member will help check your payment details. This is the best way if you can’t get online.
Common Mistakes That Delay Your Foster Child Grant – Stay Ahead
To get your R1 250 grant you must check and update your bank and SASSA card information. You can get your money through bank accounts Postbank SASSA cards or cash at pay points. If you don’t get paid in September you should call SASSA right away to fix the problem. Make sure your phone number is up to date so SASSA can send you SMS updates about your payments. You should also check SASSA social media often to see if there’s any new information.
Smart Tips to Manage and Utilize Your Foster Child Grant Wisely
Foster care grants of R1 250 help families who look after children. The money should be used for food and school items and medical needs. Foster parents need to plan how they spend the money. They should save some for emergencies. They can also look for extra help in their area like food programs or homework support to make the grant money go further.
