The contact details for the SASSA (South African Social Security Agency) Ixopo Local Office are as follows:
- Address: Office: Ixopo Local Office Pietermaritzburg – Ixopo
- Manager: Fikile Khanyile
- Telephone Number: 039 834 2985
- E-mail: FikileKh@sassa.gov.za
- Website: https://www.sassa.gov.za/
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/OfficialSASSA
You can also contact the Harry Gwala District Municipality, under which Ixopo falls, at the following address and phone numbers:
- Postal Address: Private Bag X501, Ixopo, 3276
- Street Address: 40 Main Street, Ixopo
- Phone: 039 834 8700, 086 010 3651 (Customer Care)
- Fax: 039 834 1701
SASSA Ixopo Google Map Details
Below are the Google map details of the Ixopo SASSA office
Opening Hours of SASSA Ixopo Office
The operating hours of Ixopo office is between 8.00am to 5.00pm
Services Available At SASSA Ixopo Office
The services available at SASSA (South African Social Security Agency) ixopo offices will include services that cater to administration and distribution of social grants to eligible South Africans.
These social grants are financial programs initiated by the South African to help support financially weak and low-income citizens. So these are the types of grants you can expect at this local office are:
Old Age Grant
The Old Age Grant is a social grant provided SASSA in ixopo to elderly persons who meet specific eligibility criteria. The aim of this grant was to give financial help to elderly South Africans who are not in a position to support themselves financially.
To qualify for the Old Age Grant in ixopo, the person must have attained the age of 60 years and above. The person also has to pass the Means Test that assesses the person’s income and assets to determine if they are eligible. Those with lower incomes and limited assets are more likely to qualify.
The person who wish to apply must do so at the SASSA ixopo office. The application forms are available at SASSA offices or online through the official SASSA website.
Tthe Old Age Grant is normally paid out through various methods, such as bank accounts, the South African Post Office, or other designated payment channels.
Disability Grant
To qualify for the Disability Grant in ixopo, a person must meet certain requirements related to the severity of the disability that they are going through.
The first thing they need to know is that the disability must be long-term (lasting for at least six months) and must substantially limit the person’s ability to perform daily activities or participate in formal employment.
Just like the other social grants, the Disability Grant in ixopo is usually paid monthly through different methods such as the postal office, bank accounts, SASSA cards and other designated payment channels.
Child Support Grant
Aimed at providing financial assistance to caregivers or parents of children in need. To qualify for the Child Support Grant, the primary caregiver or parent must meet specific criteria. This grant is typically targeted at low-income households, and eligibility is often determined based on the caregiver’s income.
The Child Support Grant is generally available for children up to the age of 18. However, there may be specific criteria for children aged 16 to 18, such as attending school regularly
SASSA Status Check
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