The citizens of South Africa who are above 60 years of age can get the benefit of the Old Age Grant. The Old Age Grant is a support system for old age people who have no source of income and due to age factors can not go for a job. The payment is due for the November month for the Old Age Grant. This article will show the payment dates for the upcoming month and the process to apply if you meet the eligibility for the SASSA Old Age Grant.
SASSA Old Age Grant November 2024: Details
SASSA is the govt organization that runs several social welfare programs to help different citizens. Similarly, the Old Age Grant is financial aid for elder people who surpass the age of 60 years. The South African govt has seen the concern of senior citizens about how they can maintain themselves if there is no source of income for them. There are some eligibility criteria for the Old Age Grant, study all the details carefully below.
- For age from 60-74, the grant amount is R2190 PM
- For ages 75 or more, the grant amount is R2210 PM
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The SASSA is about to release the payment for the Old Age Grant on 05 November 2024, and similar to December month, the grant will be issued in the first week of December 2024. The applicants who are the beneficiaries of the Old Age Grant must check the payment methods to receive the money.
Old Age Grant: Eligibility
To become eligible for the SASSA Old Age Grant, one must meet the following requirements.
- The SASSA will allow individuals whose age is more than 60 years for the Old Age Grant.
- The applicant must be the permanent residence of South Africa for the Old Age Grant.
- The SASSA will run the Mean Test, the details of the mean test are below.
- The individual can have the benefit of only one grant associated with Old age, and can not apply for more than one grant.
Means Test Details
The SASSA will do the mean test related to a person to know the total assets of the person and the annual income of the person.
Income Threshold:
- The maximum limit of annual income for Single applicants is R86280.
- The maximum limit of annual income for Married applicants is R172560.
Asset Threshold:
- The maximum limit of assets for Single applicants is R1227600.
- The maximum limit of assets for Married applicants is R2455200.
How to Check SASSA Old Age Grant Status
SASSA has provided both ways to check the status of the Old Age Grant.
1. Online Mode
- The applicants have to open the SASSA official website: https://services.sassa.gov.za/.
- Then, click on the link- Check Your Status.
- To see the status of the SASSA grant you need the ID number and registered Phone number.
2. Offline Mode
- SASSA has given a toll-free number – 0800 60 10 11, you can call this number to ask about the status of the grant.
- There is an email ID, you can mail to [email protected] about the status of the grant.
- Or you can visit the SASSA office.
How to Apply for the SASSA Old Age Grant
- Interested applicants who want to apply for the SASSA Old Grant must have the required documents before applying.
- The applicant needs age proof, asset proof, income proof, permanent residency proof, and other docs before filing out the Old Age Grant application form.
- Then, you can apply for the SASSA Old Age Grant online or offline.
- Fill out the application form for the SASSA Old Age Grant and submit the documents.
- The SASSA will keep the file on hold and after the verification process, the status of the SASSA Old Age Grant application will be out like approved or on hold.
Additional Benefits for Senior Citizens
- Funeral Benefits: There are funeral benefits along with the old age grant.
- Medical Discounts: The senior citizen can get a discount from some pharmacy by showing the SASSA card.
- Transportation Subsidies: The transport charges for a few cities are less for the people having SASSA cards.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q Do I need to renew my Old Age Grant application each year?
No, SASSA has no such instructions to apply each year for the Old Age Grant.
Q Can I change my payment method?
Yes, the applicant can visit the SASSA office and request them to change the payment method and submit the relevant documents.