SASSA Grant Payment Dates 2025

The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has officially released the Sassa grant payment dates 2025 for the 2025/2026 financial year. Payments are scheduled monthly, starting with Older Person’s grants, followed by Disability grants, and then Children’s grants.

Beneficiaries are encouraged to plan ahead and use the schedule to avoid unnecessary delays at collection points.

SASSA Grant Payment Dates for 2025

• January 2025: Older Person’s – Jan 3, Disability – Jan 6, Children’s – Jan 7
  
• February 2025: Older Person’s – Feb 4, Disability – Feb 6, Children’s – Feb 6
  
• March 2025: Older Person’s – Mar 4, Disability – Mar 6, Children’s – Mar 6
  
• April 2025: Older Person’s – Apr 2, Disability – Apr 3, Children’s – Apr 4
  
• May 2025: Older Person’s – May 6, Disability – May 7, Children’s – May 8
  
• June 2025: Older Person’s – Jun 3, Disability – Jun 4, Children’s – Jun 5
  
• July 2025: Older Person’s – Jul 2, Disability – Jul 3, Children’s – Jul 4
  
• August 2025: Older Person’s – Aug 5, Disability – Aug 6, Children’s – Aug 7
  
• September 2025: Older Person’s – Sep 2, Disability – Sep 3, Children’s – Sep 4
  
• October 2025: Older Person’s – Oct 2, Disability – Oct 3, Children’s – Oct 6
  
• November 2025: Older Person’s – Nov 4, Disability – Nov 5, Children’s – Nov 6
  
• December 2025: Older Person’s – Dec 2, Disability – Dec 3, Children’s – Dec 4
  

Important Notes for Beneficiaries

• Do not rush to withdraw: Beneficiaries are advised not to crowd payment points on the first day. Funds remain secure in accounts until needed.
  
• Other grants: Care Dependency, Foster Child, and War Veterans grants are paid on the same day as the Children’s grant each month.
  
• SRD R370 grant: The Social Relief of Distress grant follows a different schedule. Payment dates are announced monthly, and beneficiaries must check their status online for exact timelines.
  

FAQ: Sassa Grant Payment Dates 2025

1. When will Sassa pay grants in September 2025?
Older Person’s grants will be paid on 2 September, Disability on 3 September, and Children’s grants on 4 September 2025.

2. Are Sassa payments made on weekends or public holidays?
No, if the scheduled date falls on a weekend or holiday, payments are processed on the preceding working day.

3. Do SRD grant payments follow the same dates as other grants?
No, the SRD R370 grant has separate dates announced monthly. Beneficiaries should check their status online.

4. Can I withdraw my Sassa grant after the payment date?
Yes, funds remain in your account until you withdraw them, so there is no need to rush on the first day.

5. Which grants are paid together with Children’s grants?
Care Dependency, Foster Child, and War Veterans grants are disbursed on the same day as Children’s grants.

6. How can I confirm my Sassa payment date?
You can verify payment dates on the official SASSA website or contact the call centre for confirmation.

7. What happens if I miss my grant collection date?
Your funds remain available in your account until you collect them, with no penalty or loss.