SASSA grant guide

War Veterans Grant

Eligibility, documents, payment information, applications and official support.

Recently checked3 August 2026Official sources only
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Current verified amountR2,420 per month

For the small number of qualifying Second World War or Korean War veterans.

Official information
Who may qualify

Eligibility

Applicants must meet SASSA citizenship or residency, residence, age or disability, means-test and institutional-care rules, and must have served in the Second World War or Korean War.

SASSA applies the current legal and means-test rules when assessing an application. This summary is not a decision on eligibility.

Prepare before applying

Required documents

Identity document; proof of military service; proof of residence, marital status, income and assets; and bank statements.

SASSA may request additional records depending on your circumstances.

Free application

How to apply

  1. Read the official grant requirements.
  2. Use the official SASSA online service where available, or visit a SASSA office.
  3. Submit the requested supporting documents.
  4. Keep the receipt or application reference supplied by SASSA.
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After applying

Check the status

Use only the official SASSA service or contact centre. EBNewsDaily does not operate a status form and will never request an ID number, password, banking details or verification code.

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Unsuccessful application

Appeals and reconsideration

Read the decision notice and follow the official appeal route within the stated deadline. Permanent social grant appeals generally differ from SRD reconsideration requests. Keep copies of the decision and supporting documents.

Approved beneficiaries

Payment methods

SASSA may pay into an approved bank or Postbank account, at a designated pay point, or through an administering institution. Never provide banking credentials to a news website.

Official assistance

Contact SASSA

Toll-free: 0800 60 10 11
Email: GrantEnquiries@sassa.gov.za

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Frequently asked

SASSA questions

Is EBNewsDaily part of SASSA?

No. EBNewsDaily is an independent news publication. Applications, status checks and personal information must be handled through official government channels.

Where should I check an SRD R370 status?

Use the official SRD service at srd.sassa.gov.za. EBNewsDaily does not provide or embed a personal status form.

Does SRD R370 have one payment date for everyone?

No. Approved applicants receive individual paydays. Check the official SRD service for the date linked to your application.

Do I need to withdraw a grant on the payment date?

Money paid into an account remains available after the payment date. Beneficiaries can avoid the busiest queues by withdrawing later.

Are SASSA applications free?

Yes. Do not pay a person or website to submit a SASSA application.