SASSA continues to provide critical financial relief to over 20 million South Africans through a variety of grants. Knowing your payment dates is vital for budgeting and financial planning. Below is the confirmed payment schedule for early 2025.
🗓️ SASSA Grant Payment Dates (Jan–Mar 2025)
January 2025
- Older Persons’ Grants: Wednesday, 3 January
- Disability Grants: Thursday, 4 January
- Children’s Grants: Friday, 5 January
February 2025
- Older Persons’ Grants: Friday, 2 February
- Disability Grants: Monday, 5 February
- Children’s Grants: Tuesday, 6 February
March 2025
- Older Persons’ Grants: Tuesday, 5 March
- Disability Grants: Wednesday, 6 March
- Children’s Grants: Thursday, 7 March
Note: Payments may take 2–3 days to reflect in bank accounts.
💰 SRD R350 Grant Payment Dates (2025)
The Social Relief of Distress (SRD) R350 grant helps South Africans facing urgent financial need. Here are the expected dates:
- January: 25–31 January
- February: 23–29 February
- March: 25–29 March
Check your SRD status online: srd.sassa.gov.za
📌 Types of SASSA Grants in 2025
| Grant Type | Who Can Apply |
|---|---|
| Old Age Grant | SA citizens aged 60+ |
| Disability Grant | Individuals with a disability and financial need |
| Child Support Grant | Caregivers of children under 18 |
| Foster Child Grant | Legal caregivers of foster children |
| Care Dependency Grant | For caregivers of children with severe disabilities |
| Grant-in-Aid | Extra help for current grant recipients needing full-time care |
| SRD R350 Grant | SA citizens, asylum seekers & special permit holders (18–60) |
🏧 How to Collect Your SASSA or SRD R350 Grant
You can receive your grant via:
- Direct Bank Deposit
- ATM withdrawal
- Post Office branches
- Retailers: Pick n Pay, Shoprite, Checkers, Boxer, and USave
📢 Stay Updated
SASSA payment dates may change due to public holidays or unforeseen delays. Stay informed via:
- 📱 SASSA official website
- 📲 SASSA social media (Facebook, Twitter, etc.)
- 📰 Local news platforms
🧾 Summary
SASSA and SRD grants are a financial lifeline to millions of South Africans. Knowing when and how you’ll get paid is crucial for peace of mind and planning ahead. Mark your calendars, check your status regularly, and stay up-to-date with official channels.