SASSA War Veterans Grant and How to Apply 2024

South Africa’s Social Security Agency has introduced the SASSA War Veterans Grant for soldiers who participated in two significant wars. These two major wars that South Africa battled were World War II, which lasted from 1939 to 1945, and the Second War against Korea, which lasted from 1950 to 1953.

So, the grant is for former soldiers who are suffering problems regarding their monthly means and do not have enough money to support themselves and their families.

If the former army soldiers are willing to apply; their ages must be 60 or older, and they must pass the Means Test by SASSA. Remember, if a former army soldier was disabled while in war, he can apply for either The Disability Grant or the SASSA War Veterans Grant.

Additionally, applicants can apply for another SASSA Grant in Aid along with a War veterans grant. SASSA has no objection to applying these two together.

Besides, if you are single, your income should not exceed R86,280 per annum, and if you are married, the income of both of you should not exceed R172,560. Similarly, if you are single, you must have assets worth R1227,600, and likewise, your assets should not exceed R2,455,200 per annum if you are married.

Payout Dates of SASSA War Veterans Grant

The schedule of the SASSA war veterans grant for the fiscal year of 2024/2025 is given below so you can check your monthly dates in advance. Let’s take a look at it.

MonthDate (SASSA War Veterans Grant)Amount
*including additional payment R20
April 202405-04-2024R2200 (R2180+R20)
May 202407-05-2024R2200 (R2180+R20)
June 202406-06-2024R2200 (R2180+R20)
July 202404-07-2024R2200 (R2180+R20)
August 202406-08-2024R2200 (R2180+R20)
September 202405-09-2024R2200 (R2180+R20)
October 202404-10-2024R2210 (R2190+R20)
November 202407-11-2024R2210 (R2190+R20)
December 202405-12-2024R2210 (R2190+R20)
January 202507-01-2025R2210 (R2190+R20)
February 202506-02-2025R2210 (R2190+R20)
March 202506-02-2025R2210 (R2190+R20)
Payout Dates of SASSA War Veterans Grant

SASSA Status Check

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SASSA War Veterans Grant and How to Apply 2024

SASSA War Veterans Grant Increase

SASSA has introduced the War Veteran Grant to address the vulnerable situation of soldiers. SASSA will increase R100 into two separate parts, Minister of Finance Enoch Godongwana said. They will disburse the amount of R90 from April 2024 in the first step and R10 in October 2024. Now, War Veterans, including an additional payment of R20, is R2200, and it will be enhanced up to R2210 from October 2024.

SASSA War Veterans Grant and How to Apply 2024
Eligibility Criteria & Required Documents

How to apply for the SASSA War Veterans Grant

You can visit your nearest outlet of SASSA. If you are unable to do a visit, then you can send your relative or friend on behalf of you holding your medical report that determines you are unable to visit. In the SASSA office, a representative will guide you to complete the application form and other formalities and what to do comprehensively.

So, first, you need to understand the eligibility criteria, and then you must have the required documents accordingly. So, let’s go over the requirements and documents.

Who qualifies for the War Veterans Grant?

Carefully study the eligibility criteria for the SASSA War Veterans Grant to observe, whether you are eligible for it or not.

  • South African Former Army Soldier.
  • Must have a permanent residence in South Africa.
  • The minimum age should be 60 years.
  • Applicant must have been a part of either World War II or the Korean War.
  • SASSA’s means test requirements must be fulfilled.
  • Do not take any grant from any other Government Institute. 

Documents required for SASSA War Veterans Grant

Now, you are fulfilling the eligibility criteria for the SASSA War Veterans Grant; after that, you should keep ready the required documents for applying for this welfare grant. Let’s take a look at the documents required.

  • South African 13-digit smart ID for single persons, couples, and spouse ID is also required.
  • Your South African Army ID requires that was issued during your services.
  • A Service Certificate was needed that was issued for serving the Country. 
  • An Honorary Souvenir; If you have.
  • A marriage certificate is required, otherwise, an oath statement for your single status is required.
  • For divorcees, divorce documents are needed.
  • If your spouse is no more, a death certificate is required.
  • If you are unemployed, UIF Blue Book requires or resignation or termination letter from your last job. 
  • The previous 03 months’ bank statement is required if you have a bank account.
  • If you have any investments, related documents are required.

Important note: If you do not have a South African ID, you must provide an affidavit certified by the Commissioner. The affidavit must confirm the specimen instructed by SASSA. You will have to submit an affidavit signed by any of them, such as a Councilor, Minister, or government employee of higher rank, to verify your name and age.

Special Case: The minimum eligibility criteria are 60 years of age for this SASSA War Veterans Grant, but if you are under 60 years old and do not meet this specific criterion, then you have still a chance to apply. SASSA determines a particular medical diagnosis report that indicates you are unable to do any job for earns means.

SASSA War Veterans Grant and How to Apply 2024
SASSA War Veterans Grant

If the application is approved

After receiving the War Veteran Grant applications, SASSA proceeds with the further reviewing and validation process on your application. It takes 03 months for processing, and after that approval, SASSA will pay you R2180 per month. This amount will be deposited into your account from the month in which you have applied for the SASSA War Veterans Grant. You can choose one of the following payment methods indicated by SASSA.

  • Pick ‘N Pay outlets (Shoprite) in South Africa.
  • Banks, including Post Bank
  • Cash Pay Points at Post Offices 

If the application is rejected for the War Veteran Grant

It is bad news for you: when you receive a written paper that refers to you, your application is rejected. Don’t worry; you have a chance by Lodging an Appeal to DSD (Department of Social Development South Africa) against SASSA’s decision. If, again, the decision still remains as same after appealing. You can file a case to the High Court of South Africa to reconsider your application. It would be the last option; if you get another rejection from the High Court, you will never get the grant.

When may your grant be reviewed?

You become a recipient of the grant, but your source of income may change in the future. In such circumstances, SASSA reserves the right to review your current income status. So, the institution will check all the documents on the basis of which you are getting the SASSA War Veterans Grant. When the organization decides to cross-check your documents, it notifies you three months before the review. Normally, reviews are conducted annually, but SASSA can do them earlier.

Now, it is your responsibility to ensure your availability on the date with all the required documents. All those documents should be the same as provided by the beneficiary at the time of applying. If you make a mistake, i.e., you fail to provide the particular documents at the time of review, your grant will be stopped.

Possible reasons for grant suspension

Here are the possible reasons for the SASSA War Veterans Grant suspension.

  • If you got an increase in your income.
  • SASSA found the fake documents.
  • Your application was approved by error.
  • If you have not received your grant 03 consecutive months

Possible reasons for grant lapsing

Here are particular reasons for the SASSA War Veteran Grant lapsing.

  • If the beneficiary is dead. 
  • If the applicant is doing a scam by getting another welfare grant from another government institute.

Conclusion

The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has introduced the War Veterans Grant to help soldiers who have served in two major wars. The eligibility criteria for this grant include being a former South African army soldier, having a permanent residence in South Africa, being 60 years old, having been part of either World War II or the Korean War, and they are fulfilling SASSA’s means test requirements, and not taking any other government grants.

To apply for the War-Veteran Grant, applicants must provide a South African 13-digit smart ID, a South African Army ID issued during their service, a Service Certificate, an Honorary Souvenir, a Marriage Certificate, an Oath statement for single status, divorce documents, death certificates, UIF Blue Book, last 03 months bank statement, and related documents. 

The grant may be suspended for possible reasons, including increased income, fake documents, error in approval, not receiving the amount for three consecutive months, or beneficiary death. 

SASSA War Veterans Grant and How to Apply 2024
SASSA War Veterans

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is the SASSA war veterans grant?

Recipients of the SASSA War Veterans Grant receive R2110 per month. SASSA facilitates these beneficiaries through bank deposits, including Post Bank and Pick n Pay outlets.

Do SASSA War Veterans get extra money?

Yes, the former soldiers get SASSA grant-in-aid along with war veterans or can get a loan facility like credit loans, ShopRite, and Easypay everywhere, etc. Additionally, if a soldier becomes disabled during war, he can apply for either a grant, Disability Grant, or War Veterans Grant.

How much is disability grant?

In October 2023, the South African Ministry of Finance announced that the amount of Disability Grant recipients would subsequently be increased to R2090 per month.

Who qualifies for the SASSA grant?

The applicant must reside in South Africa; if they are a refugee or asylum seeker, they must have a special permit. They should not need to be stronger in terms of sources of income and also have evidence of low income. The annual income of the applicant should be less than R52800 which SASSA itself will verify.

Who are military veterans in South Africa?

According to the 2011 Military Veterans Act, any military individual who served in military organizations is a veteran in South Africa. 

How do I get proof of military service in South Africa?

The SANDF Documentation Centre issued a “Military Service Certificate” to every military person in South Africa. 

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