SASSA War Veterans Grant Application Process 2024

War Veterans Grant Introduction

SASSA War Veterans Grant is released for those who served in the Second World War (1939-1945), or the Korean War (1950-53). You can apply for the military veterans grant if you are 60 years old or have a physical disability and not receiving any other social grant from the Government. To apply for the War Veterans grant, applicants must provide proof of war service.

Military Veterans Grants Eligibility Criteria

You have to check your eligibility before applying for the military veterans grants. The eligibility criteria for a war veteran grant are as follows:

To apply for a retired soldier grant you must be a South African citizen or permanent resident.
You must live in South Africa.
It is important that your age is 60 years or older or you are handicapped.
You must have fought in the Second World War (1939-1945), or the Korean War (1950-53).
You are not receiving any other social grants from the Government.
You should not be supported by state care institutions.
You must pass the SASSA mean test in which your yearly income must not exceed R96 840 if you are single or R193 680 if you are married.
You do not have assets worth more than R1 372 800 if you are single or R2 745 600 if you are married.

Required Documents to Apply for the War Veterans Grant

To apply for the War Veterans Grant, you have to complete the following documents:

You need your 13-digit South African ID card.
In case, if you do not have an ID:
Complete a war veteran affidavit in standard SASSA format in the presence of an Oaths commissioner who is not a SASSA officer.
Sign a sworn statement by a reputable person like, a councillor, traditional leader, school principal, or social worker.
Bring proof from the Department of Home Affairs that you have applied for an ID.
If the Department of Home Affairs issued you a temporary ID, then must bring it.
Must provide proof of your war service like a certificate of service or any other proof.
If you are under 60 years old and have a disability, then provide a medical assessment report confirming your disability.
Proof of your marital status:
Provide an affidavit if you are single.
If you are married, then provide your marriage certificate and your spouse’s South African ID.
If you are divorced, then provide the court order.
If your spouse is dead, then provide your spouse’s death certificate.
Proof of your and your spouse’s income and assets to verify your financial status:
If you or your spouse is employed, then provide the last 3 months’ payslips.
If you were previously employed, then provide a UIF blue book or discharge certificate from your previous employee.
If you have a bank account, then provide the last 3-month bank statement.
Provide your investment and assets documents. (If any)

SASSA War Veterans Grant Application Process

Once you completed the all required documents, visit your nearest SASSA office for the retired soldier grant application process. Carefully fill out the SASSA war veteran grant application form in the presence of a SASSA official. Make sure that only you as an applicant or SASSA officer can fill out your application form.

After completing the form, submit it to the SASSA officer and take the receipt as proof of your application process. If you are too old or sick to visit the SASSA office, then you can appoint a person who can visit the office on your behalf. The person must take a note from you or the doctor as to why you are visiting the office.

War Veterans Grant South Africa Application Status Check

You can check your war veteran grant application status by following the steps below:

To check your application status, visit our website SASSA Status Check page.
Enter your 13-digit South African ID number and SASSA registered phone number.
Click on the “Submit” button.
Your military veterans grant application status will appear on the screen with approved payment dates.

How Much is the War Veterans Grant Amount

With a recent update on April 2024, SASSA increased the ear veteran grant amount by R90/month. SASSA retired veteran grant applicants will now get R2200 per month from April. There is another increase of R10/month in war veteran grants in October 2024.

Military Veterans Grants South Africa Application Processing Time

It usually takes 30 to 90 days for SASSA to process the military veterans grants in South Africa. However, it takes more time due to the high number of applications or due to any other reason. Once SASSA decides on your application, you will receive a message on your registered SASSA phone number.

What to do if Military Veterans Grants is Rejected

If your military veteran grant application is rejected but you believe that you still qualify for the grant then you can appeal to the Minister of Social Development at the national office of the Department of Social Development. The Minister of Social Development will review your war veterans grant application and decide if you are eligible for the grant or not.

If your appeal request is accepted, your application will be approved, and you will start receiving grants from the month your application is approved. If your appeal request is declined, they will send you the reasons why the application is rejected. Make sure to appeal within 90 days after the grant application rejection.

War Veterans Grant Payment Process

SASSA offers different payment methods for military veterans grants. You can collect your grant payment from the nearest SASSA-partnered retail store such as Pick n Pay, Shoprite, Boxer, Checkers, Usave, and Spar. However, if you selected the bank account method, then SASSA will directly deposit grant payments into your bank account.

You have the option to update your bank account details once your grant application is approved.

SASSA War Veterans Grant Balance Check

You can check your SASSA war veterans grant balance by the methods given following:

Dial SASSA USSD code *120*3210# or *120*69277# from your registered mobile number.
Check from any ATM if you have an SASSA Gold card.
Use the prompt method on SASSA WhatsApp number “082 046 8553” to check your grant balance.
You can also dial the SASSA toll-free number “0800 601 011” to check your balance.

Military Veterans Grants Suspension Reasons

Your retired veteran grant will be suspended due to the following reasons:

Your military veteran grant will be suspended if your financial circumstances change.
The grant will be suspended following a review.
If you do not cooperate with SASSA during the review process.
If you try to commit fraud with SASSA during the application process.
If your grant was approved mistakenly.

Reasons for Lapsing of Retired Veteran Grant

Your war veterans grant will expire due to any of the following reasons:

The grant will lapse in case of the death of the beneficiaries.
If the applicant is admitted to the state institution.
If the applicant does not claim the grant for consecutive 3 months.
If the applicant is absent from the country for a long period.

Your social grant will be reduced to 25% if you are admitted to the state institution. This will start in the fourth month after your admission. Once you leave the state institution the grant will be reinstated immediately.

Responsibilities of the Beneficiaries

As a War veteran grant beneficiary, you have a few responsibilities:

Make sure to update your details like contact details and personal details in case of any changes.
Make sure to keep up to date with SASSA about any changes in your financial conditions.
It is important to provide accurate information during the application process.

SASSA Contact Information

Toll-Free Number

0800 60 10 11

Head Office Number

012 400 2322

SASSA Email

[email protected]

Military Veterans Grants FAQs

The South Africans who fought in the Second World War (1939-1945), or the Korean War (1950-53) can apply for the war veterans grant.

The current amount for the military veteran grant is R2200/month.

You need your 13-digit South African ID card, proof of war service, a medical assessment report confirming your disability (if applicable), proof of your marital status, and proof of your and your spouse’s income and assets.

It usually takes 30 to 90 days for SASSA to process the application. It may take more time due to the high number of applications.

You will start receiving payment from the date your application is approved.

War Veterans Grant Conclusion

SASSA war veterans grant is financial assistance for those who served in World War 2 or the Korean War. It helps financially 60-year-old or disabled war veterans who don’t have sufficient means to live a good life. You need to be eligible and complete all required documents to apply for military veterans grants. Once your grant is approved, you will start receiving payments from the day your grant is approved.