A household’s circumstances can change after an application. Examples include a change in income, a person moving in or out, a child changing care arrangements or a beneficiary’s death. The effect depends on the grant and the applicable rules.
What to do after a change
Write down the date
Keep a private note of when the change happened and what changed.Gather evidence
Prepare documents that an official channel may request.Report accurately
Use SASSA’s official process and answer questions truthfully.Keep confirmation
Save the reference number or receipt for future follow-up.
Do not guess
If you are unsure whether a change must be reported, ask SASSA directly. False or incomplete information can create problems later.
