SASSA Grant in Aid Affidavit Guide
Last updated: 14 April 2026
Complete guide to the SASSA Grant in Aid affidavit (Annexure I-7): who qualifies, documents needed, how to fill the form, and how to submit at SASSA. Free online filling tool included.
What documents do I need?
Gather these before you start. Missing or incomplete documents are one of the most common reasons applications are delayed or rejected.
- South African ID document (original ID book or Smart ID card)
- Proof of existing social grant (Old Age Grant, Disability Grant, or War Veterans Grant payment confirmation)
- Medical report from a medical practitioner confirming the need for full-time attendance by another person
- Proof of residence (municipal utility bill, bank statement, or sworn affidavit confirming residential address)
- Caregiver's ID document (if applicable — original or certified copy)
Step 1: Check your eligibility
Confirm that you currently receive the Old Age Grant, Disability Grant, or War Veterans Grant from SASSA. The Grant in Aid is only available to existing recipients of these three grants who need full-time care due to a physical or mental condition. You must not be cared for in a state institution (e.g. government-funded old age home or care facility).
Step 2: Gather your documents
Collect your original South African ID document, proof of your existing grant (such as a SASSA payment confirmation or bank statement showing the grant deposit), a medical report confirming the need for full-time attendance, and proof of residence.
Step 3: Fill in the Annexure I-7 affidavit
Complete the Grant in Aid affidavit with your personal details: surname, full names, 13-digit identity number, age, residential address, postal code, and marital status. Use the FillMeIn tool to fill these fields with guided validation and download the completed PDF.
Step 4: Get the affidavit commissioned
Take the completed affidavit to a Commissioner of Oaths — this is free of charge at any South African Police Service (SAPS) station. The Commissioner will verify your identity, witness your signature, and stamp the document with their official seal, rank, and force number.
Step 5: Submit at your nearest SASSA office
Take the commissioned affidavit and all supporting documents to your nearest SASSA office. A SASSA official will review your application, verify your documents, and may schedule a medical assessment if needed. Keep copies of all documents submitted.
Step 6: Follow up on your application
SASSA may take up to 90 days to process your application. You can check the status by calling the SASSA toll-free number at 0800 60 10 11 or visiting your local SASSA office. If approved, the Grant in Aid will be added to your existing monthly grant payment.
What are common mistakes to avoid?
- Not having the affidavit commissioned — the form must be signed before a Commissioner of Oaths (e.g. at a SAPS station) to be valid.
- Applying without a current medical report — the medical report must confirm the need for full-time attendance and should be recent.
- Incorrect or incomplete ID number — transposing digits in the 13-digit SA ID number is a common error caught by our validation tool.
- Not providing proof of existing grant — SASSA needs to verify that you are already receiving the Old Age, Disability, or War Veterans Grant.
- Missing proof of residence — a utility bill, bank statement, or sworn affidavit confirming your address is required.
- Leaving fields blank — incomplete forms are returned and delay processing. Write "N/A" if a section does not apply.
What tips will help my application succeed?
- Use FillMeIn to fill the affidavit online before visiting the Commissioner of Oaths — it validates your ID number and required fields automatically.
- Get the affidavit commissioned at a SAPS station first, then take it to SASSA with your other documents.
- Call SASSA on 0800 60 10 11 before visiting to confirm which documents your local office requires.
- Keep photocopies of all documents you submit to SASSA — you may need them if your application is queried.
- If you cannot visit SASSA in person, appoint a procurator (representative) with a signed letter of authority.
- If your application is rejected, request written reasons and appeal within 90 days to the Independent Tribunal for Social Assistance Appeals.