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What is the maximum amount of additional income that I can earn without jeopardising my disability grant?

You may not earn more than R172,560 (R14,380 per month) jointly, if you are married.

Disability Rights Sassa

How can I make SASSA pay for December and January instead of paying double in January?

You can either contact SASSA's helpline or request paralegal assistance.

Disability Rights Sassa

I got a job after receiving the R370 social relief grant. What must I do?

You are required to inform SASSA of this change.

Sassa Social Grants

Will my son who has Down's Syndrome qualify for a state disability grant, and will I be means tested?

He will be eligible and you will be means tested

Disability Rights Sassa

Why is SASSA demanding my late husband's death certificate when he died twenty years ago?

SASSA needs proof, but Home Affairs should help you.

Home Affairs Sassa

Can my mother get UIF and SASSA pensions at the same time?

Yes, but that might not be in your mother's best interests.

Sassa

Can a South African old age grant be paid out if the grantee is overseas?

You must ask SASSA

Sassa