SASSA Disability Grant
The Disability Grant provides monthly financial assistance to South African citizens who are unable to work due to a physical or mental disability.
The SASSA Disability Grant is designed to provide financial support to South African citizens, permanent residents, and refugees who are unable to support themselves due to a physical or mental disability. The grant ensures that persons with disabilities can meet their basic needs and live with dignity.
A medical assessment by a SASSA-appointed medical officer is required to confirm the disability and determine if the applicant qualifies. The grant can be temporary or permanent depending on the nature of the disability.
Current Grant Amount
R2,400 per month
Permanent Disability Grant
Granted to individuals with permanent disabilities who will never be able to work. This grant does not require renewal and continues until the beneficiary turns 60 (when they transition to the Older Persons Grant).
Temporary Disability Grant
Granted for a period of 6 to 12 months to individuals with temporary disabilities. The grant requires periodic medical reassessment and may be extended if the disability continues.
To qualify for the Disability Grant, applicants must meet all of the following criteria:
- Be a South African citizen, permanent resident, or refugee
- Be between 18 and 59 years of age
- Reside in South Africa
- Have a physical or mental disability that prevents you from working
- Not be cared for in a state institution
- Not be receiving any other social grant (except foster child grant)
- Meet the means test requirements
- Submit a medical report from a medical officer confirming the disability
A medical assessment is a critical part of the Disability Grant application. Here is what to expect:
- 1
Initial Application
Submit your application at a SASSA office with all required documents
- 2
Medical Assessment Appointment
SASSA will schedule you for a medical assessment with their appointed medical officer
- 3
Bring Supporting Documents
Bring any medical reports, X-rays, or documentation from your treating doctors
- 4
Assessment Outcome
The medical officer will determine if you qualify and whether the grant is permanent or temporary
Disability Grant payments are made after the Older Persons Grant and before Children's Grants. Here are the confirmed payment dates for 2026:
| Month | Payment Date |
|---|---|
| January 2026 | 7 January 2026 |
| February 2026 | 4 February 2026 |
| March 2026 | 4 March 2026 |
| April 2026 | 7 April 2026 |
| May 2026 | 7 May 2026 |
| June 2026 | 4 June 2026 |
| July 2026 | 3 July 2026 |
| August 2026 | 6 August 2026 |
| September 2026 | 3 September 2026 |
| October 2026 | 5 October 2026 |
| November 2026 | 5 November 2026 |
| December 2026 | 3 December 2026 |
Required Documents:
- South African ID document
- Proof of residence
- Medical reports and documentation of your condition
- Bank statement or proof of banking details
- Proof of income (if any)
Important
Applications must be made in person at a SASSA office. The applicant must be present for the medical assessment unless they are completely bedridden, in which case a home visit can be arranged.