TPR guide · 10 November 2026
Child Support Grant top-up: prepare the orphan-status records
Relatives caring for an orphan need specific evidence for SASSA to assess the additional payment.
TPR public information / Social grants
Child Support Grant
Support for the primary caregiver of an eligible child under 18.
What to check before applying
- Caregiver and child must live in South Africa.
- Income eligibility and evidence of care apply.
- Official guidance describes alternative documents when identity or birth documents are missing.
SASSA assesses the application under the applicable rules. These starting points do not determine eligibility. Read the linked official requirements before applying.
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Sources checked . Payment dates and service arrangements can change.
Source review is due. Confirm current arrangements through the linked official service before acting.