The Foster Child Grant is a monthly financial support payment provided by the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) to caregivers who legally foster children. The grant provides essential financial support which enables foster parents to fulfill basic requirements needed to provide food and clothing and education and healthcare services for children who live under their guardianship due to court mandates.
The payment date for the Foster Child Grant will take place on March 2026.
SASSA has confirmed the official payment schedule for March 2026. The social grant timetable states that the Foster Child Grant will be distributed on Thursday March 5 2026. The grant belongs to the children’s grants category which United States Government distributes on the same schedule as Child Support Grants and Care Dependency Grants and other child-related benefits. The distribution process starts with SASSA payments for older persons grants followed by disability grants and then SASSA pays children’s grants through its established monthly payment system. The payment distribution system creates a structure which helps decrease traffic around payment locations while supporting efficient handling of payments across the entire country.
How Much Is the Foster Child Grant in 2026
The Foster Child Grant amount remains R1,250 per child per month which the government pays directly to the foster parent or caregiver. The financial support enables families to cover essential requirements for their foster children which helps establish an orderly environment for their daily activities.
Who Qualifies for the Foster Child Grant
To qualify for the Foster Child Grant, caregivers must be South African citizens, permanent residents, or recognised refugees living in South Africa. The child must be under the age of 18 and legally placed in the caregiver’s custody through a court order. The grant provides extra payments when the child continues to attend school and the court order remains active.
How to Check Your Payment Status
The SASSA website and WhatsApp services and local SASSA offices allow beneficiaries to check their grant status and payment information. Accurate banking details together with correct personal information are essential because they protect against payment delays and payment problems.
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