CAN anyone apply for a SASSA Old-Age Grant on your behalf?

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Administered by the South African Social Security Agency, a SASSA Old-Age Grant helps protect the elderly in their later years. However, there are a number of requirements to be able receive a SASSA Old-Age Grant, and many ask if someone can apply on their behalf.

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In case you were unaware, the SASSA Old-Age Grant caters for citizens, permanent residents and refugees who are 60-years of age or older. We’ll get into the long list of requirements to qualify a little later, but the good news is someone else is allowed to apply for a SASSA Old-Age Grant on your behalf.

SASSA OLD-AGE GRANT IN 2024

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According to the Gov.za website, if you are too old or sick to travel to a SASSA branch office or satellite office to apply, a family member or friend may apply on your behalf.

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They will have to take a letter from you and/or a doctor saying why you cannot visit the SASSA office in person. You must also complete THIS affidavit that will accompany your application. A SASSA official must be in attendance at all times during the application on your behalf.

WHO QUALIFIES FOR AN OLD-AGE PENSION?

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  • Only those permanently residing in South Africa qualify.
  • Those with verifiable identification document (ID).
  • You cannot receive any another social grant.
  • Be 60-years of age or older.
  • Not be in any state care institution.
  • You cannot have more than R1 227 600-worth of assets against your name.
  • If married, you must not have more than R2 455 200 in your name.
  • Annually you cannot earn more than R86 280 if single.
  • Each year you cannot earn more than R172 560 if married.

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HOW MUCH IS THE MONTHLY PAYOUT?

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As of Sunday 1 October 2023, the SASSA Old-Age Grant increased to R2 090 per person, for anyone between 60- and 74-years old. R2 110 per month goes to anyone over 75 years of age. This is an increase of R10.

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Ensure that the person you’re applying on behalf of gives you the following certified documents (including copies):

  • Verifiable identification document.
  • Proof of your marital status, if applicable.
  • A discharge certificate from your last employer or Unemployment Insurance Fund (UIF) if previously employed.
  • Proof of dividends or income.
  • Proof of address.
  • Three-months bank statement.
  • Proof of all your assets and properties in your possession.

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