Disability Grant
Applicants must be South African citizens, permanent residents, or recognised refugees residing in South Africa, aged 18 to 59, and meet the stated assessment, institutional-care, other-grant, and means-test criteria.
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Grant
You can apply at any time
There is no closing date. Apply through the official channel below.
About
A social grant for eligible people aged 18 to 59 who have a disability confirmed through a medical or functional assessment. Eligibility is also assessed using a means test.
What it covers
R2 420
- Social assistance for eligible people living with a disability
Who can apply
Be 18 to 59 years of age
Not be maintained or cared for in a state-funded institution
Not receive another social grant for themselves
Undergo a medical or functional assessment
Provide clinical information or a referral form
Undergo a means test
Documents to prepare
Certified applicant ID and spouse ID if married, or SASSA-approved alternative identification
Valid Section 24 refugee permit, if applicable
Proof of marital status
Latest payslip, not older than 3 months, for applicant and spouse if married
Three months’ bank statements for all accounts
Bank account confirmation letter or three months’ statements for the payment account
Proof of permissible deductions
Proof of assets
Signed and stamped referral letter with clinical information from the treating practitioner or institution
How to apply
- 1Apply at a SASSA local or service office nearest to you.
Sources
Official sourceSouth African Social Security Agency (SASSA)Checked against sassa.gov.za on 14 Oct 2026. Govnet is independent — always confirm with the provider.