Claim SASSA Funeral Benefits
Family and relatives can claim SASSA funeral benefits when a beneficiary passes away without collecting the final month’s grant. SASSA pays out this unclaimed amount to help cover funeral costs.
Who Can Claim SASSA Funeral Benefits
Only the deceased beneficiary’s family or relatives can claim the remaining funds from their SASSA card or bank account. This applies to social grants such as the Older Persons Grant, Disability Grant, and War Veterans Grant. The claim is valid only for the month in which the beneficiary passed away and did not collect and withdraw the approved grant.
Claim SASSA Funeral Benefits
To process the claim for SASSA funeral benefits, you need to submit the deceased beneficiary’s death certificate, your South African ID, and the funeral invoice or receipt as proof. Follow these steps for the complete process.
- Visit your nearest SASSA office in person.
- Request to claim the last payment of the deceased relative’s grant.
- Submit the required documents:
- DHA-certified death certificate of the deceased beneficiary.
- Certified copy of the deceased’s ID.
- Certified copy of your ID (spouse, next of kin, or legal representative).
- Proof of relationship, such as a marriage or birth certificate
- Proof of funeral expenses paid, like an invoice or receipt
- Provide your bank account details for a direct deposit.
- SASSA will quickly verify your documents and confirm the available funds.
- Once approved, the funds are transferred to your account safely.
- Check your SASSA balance to see the exact payment.
Once approved, you approved person can easily access the funds through accepted payment methods.
It can be your bank account, SASSA card, or cash withdrawal at a retailer. This makes receiving the support simple and convenient.
Important: Once the Department of Home Affairs updates the beneficiary’s death record, his or her SASSA card blocked in the system.
How Many Months SASSA Pay After Beneficiary’s Death
SASSA provides one final payment for the month in which a beneficiary passes away. This last grant is available for the family to collect, offering important support during a difficult time. SASSA ensures the process is easy for families to receive the last approved grant quickly.
Note: The SASSA R350 Grant is not included in the funeral benefit process because it is a temporary relief grant.
Alternative Support for Funeral Expenses
Households seeking dedicated funeral benefits can contact the National Funeral Directors’ Association of Southern Africa (NFDA). They offer free assistance for dignified burials and caring support for families who cannot afford funeral expenses.
NFDA Contact Details
- Phone: +27 11 825 3539
- Email: info@nfda.org.za
Contact SASSA for Funeral Benefits
- Call SASSA Toll-Free Number: 0800 60 10 11
- SASSA WhatsApp Number: 082 046 8553
- Email: grantenquiries@sassa.gov.za
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