Sassa Grants Payment Dates 2025

About Sassa Payment

South African nationals who qualify can get financial aid from SASSA (South African Social Security Agency) in the form of various grants. In order to support needy families and vulnerable individuals, SASSA award payments are normally distributed on a monthly basis. In order to properly organize their finances and create budgets, beneficiaries must be aware of the SASSA award payment dates.

Beneficiaries can receive their payments in a variety of ways, including bank transfers, cash payments at specified pay points, or through the South African Post Office, depending on the type of grant they are receiving. These dates may also vary depending on the type of grant. For beneficiaries to receive their payments on time and continue to be able to fulfil their basic needs, it is critical that they be informed about the most recent payment dates and any changes that may take place.

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For the Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant, payments are typically processed in the last week of each month. For January 2025, SRD grant payments are scheduled between 25 January and 31 January 2025. Beneficiaries are advised to check their payment status on the official SASSA SRD website to confirm the exact date their funds will be available.

Payment Methods

Beneficiaries can receive their payments through:

A SASSA payment card, usable at ATMs and retail stores.
Direct deposit into a personal bank account.
Post office collection for certain grants.

Payment Dates for January 2025

SASSA typically disburses payments during the first week of each month. Specific dates may vary by grant type, such as:

Older Persons Grant:
Disability Grant:
Child Support Grant:
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It’s important to note that SASSA grant amounts were increased in October 2024. The current grant amounts are:

Older Persons Grant: R2,190 (R2,210 for beneficiaries aged 75 and above)
Disability Grant: R2,190
War Veterans Grant: R2,210
Care Dependency Grant: R2,190
Foster Care Grant: R1,180
Child Support Grant: R530
Child Support Grant (Top-Up): R530 + R250
SRD Grant: R370

Beneficiaries are reminded that there is no need to withdraw funds immediately on the payment date, as the money will remain in their accounts until needed. Additionally, SASSA gold cards remain valid beyond December 2023, and payments can be accessed at various supermarkets or directly into bank accounts.

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RELATED LINKS

for more information on Sassa online application visit their web here

For any further queries, beneficiaries can contact the SASSA Toll-Free Call Centre at 0800 60 10 11 or email Grantsenquiries@sassa.gov.za.

Sassa Grants Payment Dates 2025