Child Custody (Care and Contact) Affidavit
Swear to who has the care of a minor child — the term the Children's Act 38 of 2005 uses for what was previously called custody — and describe the child's living and contact arrangements. Commonly requested by schools for enrolment, by SASSA for child support grant applications, and by courts in family matters needing a sworn account of where and with whom a child lives.
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Download Blank TemplateChild Custody (Care and Contact) Affidavit Affidavit — Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between custody and care and contact in South Africa?
The Children's Act 38 of 2005 replaced the old terms "custody" and "access" with "care" and "contact". Care refers to the day-to-day upbringing of the child and where the child lives, while contact refers to the other parent's right to see and communicate with the child. Many institutions still use the word custody, and the concepts are treated as equivalent in practice.
What affidavit do I need for a SASSA child support grant?
SASSA requires proof that you are the child's primary caregiver when you apply for a child support grant. If you are not the biological parent, or your documents do not show the arrangement, SASSA typically asks for a sworn affidavit describing who cares for the child and why, commissioned free of charge at any SAPS police station, along with the child's birth certificate and your ID.
How do I make a child custody (care and contact) affidavit affidavit legally valid in South Africa?
Fill in the child custody (care and contact) affidavit affidavit, print it, and sign it in front of a Commissioner of Oaths — do not sign beforehand. Bring your ID document. Commissioning is free at any SAPS police station, and Commissioners of Oaths are also available at banks, post offices, and attorneys' offices.
Is this child custody (care and contact) affidavit affidavit template free?
Yes. You can generate a completed child custody (care and contact) affidavit affidavit PDF or download a blank printable template completely free, with no sign-up required. Your information is used only to generate the document and is not stored after the PDF is created.