SASSA War Veterans Grant Payment Status Check

You served your country in a World War. Decades later, you are struggling to make ends meet. The SASSA War Veterans Grant exists to honour that service with financial support. But knowing how to access it and track your payment is where many get stuck.

Quick Summary: The SASSA War Veterans Grant pays R2,420 per month to South African veterans of the Second World War or Korean War who are aged 60 or older, or disabled. Check payment status via the SASSA website, WhatsApp 082 046 8553, or call toll-free 0800 60 10 11.

What Is the SASSA War Veterans Grant?

The SASSA War Veterans Grant is a monthly social grant administered by the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) for former soldiers who served in the Second World War (1939–1945) or the Korean War (1950–1953) and can no longer financially support themselves.

It is one of the oldest and most specific grants in South Africa’s social assistance system. Unlike other SASSA grants, this one carries a military service requirement you must prove you fought in one of these two recognised conflicts.

The grant is governed by the Social Assistance Act and falls under the Department of Social Development.

Who Qualifies for the War Veterans Grant?

You qualify if you meet all of the following:

• You are a South African citizen or permanent resident
• You live in South Africa
• You are 60 years or older, or you have a disability
• You served in the Second World War or the Korean War
• You do not receive any other social grant for yourself
• You are not living in a state-funded institution
• Your income does not exceed R86,280 per year if single, or R172,560 if married
• Your assets are worth no more than R1,227,600 if single, or R2,455,200 if married

Important: If you own the home you live in, its value is not counted in the means test. This protects veterans who own property but have little monthly income.

How Much Does the War Veterans Grant Pay?

Grant	Monthly Amount as of April 2026
War Veterans Grant	R2,420

This is slightly higher than the standard Old Age Grant amount of R2,400, recognising the unique circumstances of military veterans. The Department of Social Development reviews all grant amounts annually.

How Will SASSA Pay You?

SASSA pays the War Veterans Grant through:

• Cash at a designated SASSA pay point on a set day
• Electronic deposit into your bank account or Postbank account
• Through a welfare organisation or institution acting as grant administrator

If you wish to receive cash payments, the SASSA officer will give you a specific date to return and advise you what to bring.

If you cannot collect your grant personally, you may appoint a procurator at a SASSA office or give someone power of attorney to collect on your behalf.

What Documents Do You Need to Apply?

Gather all of the following before visiting your nearest SASSA office:

• Your 13-digit bar-coded South African ID
• Proof of war service — such as an official certificate of service
• Proof of marital status:
  • Single: affidavit confirming single status
  • Married: marriage certificate and spouse’s ID
  • Divorced: divorce order
  • Widowed: spouse’s death certificate
• If under 60: a medical assessment or report confirming you cannot work
• Pay slips (if you or your spouse are employed)
• UIF blue book or discharge certificate from a previous employer (if unemployed)
• Three months’ bank statements (if you have a bank account)
• Investment or dividend information (if applicable)

If you do not have an ID, complete a SASSA-format affidavit before a Commissioner of Oaths and bring a sworn statement from a recognised person such as a councillor, traditional leader, social worker, or religious minister. Also bring proof that you have applied for an ID at the Department of Home Affairs.

Note: If you are too ill or elderly to visit the SASSA office, a trusted family member or friend can apply on your behalf. They must bring a letter from you and/or a doctor’s note explaining why you cannot attend in person.

Steps to Apply for the War Veterans Grant

Applying at Your Nearest SASSA Office

1. Visit the SASSA office nearest to your home with all required documents
2. Complete the application form in the presence of a SASSA officer — only you as the applicant or the SASSA official may fill in the form
3. The officer will interview you and confirm whether you qualify
4. Submit your proof of war service and all other supporting documents
5. If applying for cash payments, the SASSA officer will provide a return date and advise what to bring
6. Receive a receipt as proof of application — keep it in a safe place
7. Wait up to three months for processing

If approved, your payment is backdated to your original application date.

The service is entirely free of charge.

How to Check Your SASSA War Veterans Grant Payment Status

Method 1 — SASSA Website

Go to https://srd.sassa.gov.za/SC19/STATUS and use the online SASSA status check tool. Enter your South African ID number to view your current grant and payment status.

Method 2 — WhatsApp

Send a message to 082 046 8553 on WhatsApp. Follow the prompts and type your ID number to receive an immediate status update.

Method 3 — Toll-Free Call

Call 0800 60 10 11 — completely free from any South African landline or mobile phone. Available during SASSA office hours.

Method 4 — Visit a SASSA Office

Bring your ID document to any SASSA office. A staff member will pull up your payment status directly on the system.

SASSA War Veterans Grant Payment Dates 2026–2027

The War Veterans Grant follows the Older Persons Grant payment schedule, as it falls within the same category.

Month	Payment Date
April 2026	02 April 2026
May 2026	05 May 2026
June 2026	02 June 2026
July 2026	02 July 2026
August 2026	04 August 2026
September 2026	02 September 2026
October 2026	02 October 2026
November 2026	03 November 2026
December 2026	02 December 2026
January 2027	05 January 2027
February 2027	02 February 2027
March 2027	02 March 2027

If your payment does not reflect by the end of the payment day, contact SASSA immediately using the toll-free number or WhatsApp line.

When Can Your Grant Be Suspended?

SASSA may suspend the War Veterans Grant if:

• Your financial or personal circumstances change
• You do not co-operate during a scheduled review
• Fraud or misrepresentation is identified
• An error was made during the original approval

When Does the Grant Lapse?

The grant lapses if you:

• Pass away
• Are admitted to a state institution
• Do not claim for three consecutive months
• Leave South Africa permanently

Note: If you are admitted to an institution with a state care contract, your grant reduces to 25% of the maximum amount from the fourth month of admission. It returns to the full amount from the day you are discharged.

When Is the Grant Reviewed?

SASSA can review your grant at any time based on the income you declared when you applied. You will be notified three months in advance of any review date.

If you receive payment through a bank, institution, or procurator, you must submit a life certificate at a SASSA office every year as proof that you are still alive.

What If Your Application Is Rejected?

SASSA will send you a written notice stating the reasons for rejection. You have the right to appeal to the Minister of Social Development at the national Department of Social Development.

You must submit your appeal within 90 days of receiving the rejection. Clearly state why you disagree and include supporting documents such as updated proof of war service or medical records.

Conclusion

The SASSA War Veterans Grant is South Africa’s formal recognition that those who served in the Second World War and Korean War deserve financial dignity in their later years. At R2,420 per month, it provides meaningful support to veterans who meet the eligibility criteria.

If you or a family member qualifies, apply as soon as possible payment is backdated to your application date. Keep your proof of service documents safe, respond to every SASSA review, and call 0800 60 10 11 whenever you need guidance. It is free, and it is there for you.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Which wars qualify a veteran for the SASSA War Veterans Grant?

Only veterans who served in the Second World War (1939–1945) or the Korean War (1950–1953) qualify. Service in other conflicts does not meet SASSA’s eligibility criteria for this specific grant.

Q. Do I need to be 60 years old to qualify?

Not necessarily. If you are under 60 but have a disability that prevents you from working, you may still qualify. You will need a medical assessment report confirming your inability to work.

Q. Does my home count as an asset in the means test?

No. If you or your spouse owns the home you live in, SASSA does not include its value when calculating your assets for the means test. This protects veterans who own property but have limited income.

Q. Can I receive the War Veterans Grant and the Grant-in-Aid at the same time?

Yes. If you qualify for the War Veterans Grant and also require full-time care from another person due to a disability, you can apply for the Grant-in-Aid as an additional top-up payment.

Q. What proof of war service does SASSA accept?

SASSA accepts official documents such as a certificate of service from the military. If you no longer have these documents, contact the South African National Defence Force (SANDF) or the Department of Defence to obtain copies.

6. What do I do if my War Veterans Grant payment is late or missing?

Call SASSA on the free number 0800 60 10 11, send a WhatsApp to 082 046 8553, or visit your nearest SASSA office with your ID document to follow up on your payment immediately.