R1,250 Foster Child Grant Payment On September 5, 2025, How To Check Your Status

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R1,250 Foster Child Grant 2025 : The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has confirmed that payments for the Foster Child Grant valued at R1,250 each may be made on Thursday, 5 September 2025, so that much-needed support can go into the pockets of foster parents and guardians caring for children placed into their care by a court. 

To thousands of families, the Foster Child Grant is not merely support; it is a lifeline that helps with the basics such as food, clothing, school supplies, and medical care.

Who Qualifies For An R1,250 Foster Child Grant? 

The grant is granted to any individual who is any of the following: a South African citizen, a permanent resident, or a refugee, who is the foster parent or guardian of a child placed for foster care in their care by means of a court order. The foster child must be a minor, not exceeding the age of 18, and both the foster parent and the child must reside within South Africa.

How To Check Your Payment Status

For a beneficiary, SASSA has made payment verification very easy. Foster Child Grant status can be checked in any of these three ways:

01. Online via SASSA’s Official Website

  • Open the SASSA grants page and log in using your ID number.
  • Head to the section marked “Check Payment Status.”
  • There, you will see payment dates, amounts, and modes of payment.

02. Through the SASSA WhatsApp Service

  • Save the SASSA official WhatsApp number to your contacts: 082 046 8553.
  • Send a WhatsApp message with the word “Status” followed by your ID number.
  • You will get an automated response containing your grant information.

03. At a SASSA Office or Pay Point, Nearest to You

  • Take your ID with you and your grant card.
  • A SASSA official will assist you in checking your payment schedule.

Payment Methods

Beneficiaries may get the R1,250 Foster Child Grant in the following ways:

  • Direct transmission into their bank account.
  • Postbank SASSA card withdrawals.
  • Cash payments at designated pay points.

Important Tips for a Smooth Payment Process

  • Make sure your banking details with SASSA are correct and up-to-date.
  • Keep your contact details up to date so that you will be informed when payments are deposited.
  • Never give your SASSA card PIN or Bank details to anyone.

Also Read: SASSA R2,315 Grant Payment Set For August 12, Check Your Date Now

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