SASSA Means Test: Important INFO on HOW to pass
Anyone who applies for a government grant needs to pass the SASSA Means Test. Here’s exactly what it is and how to pass it.
A total of 19-million people share R240 billion in South Africa through the South African Social Security Agency, and each of the had to pass the SASSA Means Test. So, what is it exactly, and how can you pass it to ensure you’re eliigible?
TRENDING: ALL you need to know about 2024 SASSA grant increases
According to SGSC, to ensure you’re truly in need of financial aid and won’t be taking advantage of the system, you need to pass the SASSA Means Test. Doing so ensures you are financially disadvantaged to the point of needing a government grant. And that you’re not taking away pensions and grants from those who genuinely need them.
HOW TO PASS THE SASSA MEANS TEST
Essentially, the SASSA Means Test paints a picture of the applicant’s financial status. Specifically looking at their income, total assets, along with other financial factors. To pass the SASSA Means Test your income and assets must not be higher than a certain threshold. Beyond any other requirements, if you exceed these limits you will not be eligible to qualify for a government grant.
ALSO READ: Important INFO if you’re applying for a South African ID online
Remember that each grant type has a unique threshold to pass the SASSA Means Test. Older Persons, Disability and War Veteran’s grants are all paid on a sliding scale dependent on your private income. If you have a lot, your grant will be smaller. Assets and income of a married person are calculated collectively with their spouse’s, because that is what the household is bringing in financially.
MAXIMUM INCOME THRESHOLD FOR SASSA GRANTS
We’ve been inundated with messages asking how to pass the SASSA Means Test for Old Person Grants, however, we shall list all SASSA grants below:
| GRANT | SINGLE PERSON | MARRIED COUPLE |
| Old Person | R8 070 per month (R96 840 per year) | R16 140 per month (R193 680 per year) |
| Disability | R8 070 per month (R96 840 per year) | R16 140 per month (R193 680 per year) |
| Grant-in-Aid | R8 070 per month (R96 840 per year) | R16 140 per month (R193 680 per year) |
| War Veteran | R8 070 per month (R96 840 per year) | R16 140 per month (R193 680 per year) |
| Child Support | R5 000 per month (R60 000 per year) | R10 000 per month (R120 000 per year) |
| Care Dependency | R20 800 per month (R249 600 per year) | R41 600 per month (R499 200 per year) |
| Foster Child | Means Test not required | Means Test not required |
| Social Relief of Distress | R624 per month | Not applicable |
ALSO READ: All SASSA payment DATES for 2024
MAXIMUM ASSET THRESHOLD FOR SASSA GRANTS
The reason for the inclusion of an asset threshold, is that some people may be below the income threshold but still have access to generational or other assets, which will preclude them from a government grant:
| GRANT | SINGLE PERSON | MARRIED COUPLE |
| Old Age | R1 372 800 | R2 745 600 |
| Disability | R1 372 800 | R2 745 600 |
| Grant-in-Aid | R1 372 800 | R2 745 600 |
| War Veterans | R1 372 800 | R2 745 600 |
| Child Support | No asset portion | No asset portion |
| Care Dependency | No asset portion | No asset portion |
| Foster Child | No asset portion | No asset portion |
| Social Relief of Distress | No asset portion | No asset portion |
ALSO READ: Important INFO: 2024 SASSA Old-Age Pension Grant increases
Some SASSA grants can be applied for online, however, the Old Person’s Grant must be done in person. Click any of the links below to find a SASSA branch nearest you:
- Eastern Cape
- Free State
- Gauteng
- Kwa-Zulu Natal
- Limpopo
- Mpumalanga
- North West
- Northern Cape
- Western Cape
NEXT READ: Johann Rupert blesses 10 000 title deeds to underprivileged
Do you have experience with how to pass the SASSA Means Test? Be sure to share your thoughts with our audience in the comments section below. And don’t forget to follow us @TheSANews on X and The South African on Facebook for the latest updates.