Verify the foster-care requirements
Use current official guidance for the court-order, caregiver, child and identity documents required for the application. Requirements can depend on the legal foster-care arrangement.
Application checklist
- Check that the foster-care order and identity documents are current.
- Prepare any additional documents listed by SASSA.
- Submit through the official process.
- Keep your application receipt and reference details safely.
For case-specific questions
Use SASSA's official support channels rather than sending court orders or a child's personal documents to an unofficial website.
Before you act
- 1Read the requirements
- 2Use the official source
- 3Complete the action carefully
- 4Save your reference number or confirmation
Frequently asked questions
Is this the official Foster Child Grant application?
No. This is an independent information page. SASSA administers the grant application.
Sources & verification
Rules, amounts, payment arrangements, deadlines and application processes can change. Verify important actions with the provider or government source below.