SASSA Payment Dates 2025 : The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) provides grants to millions of South Africans every month and the dates of the payments have to be kept in check all the time. For the beneficiaries, the good news is that SASSA has now declared the dates for payments for September and October 2025 in advance. In case you are receiving an Old Age, Disability, Child Support, or SRD R370 grant, the following is the payment schedule.
What Makes This Schedule Important?
To give clear information to the beneficiaries, SASSA removes any issues with proper payments on time and makes sure that there is no overcrowding at pay points. For most families, the grants form the basis of their finances, which include food, transport, and healthcare. Having the schedule of payments in advance enables the families to manage their finances in a better way.
September 2025 Payment Dates
- Older Person’s Grant (incl. linked accounts): Tuesday 3 September 2025
- Disability Grant: Wednesday 4 September 2025
- Child Support Grant and all other grants: Thursday 5 September 2025
- SRD R370 Grant: Payments will be made in batches from 6 to 12 September 2025
October 2025 Payment Dates
- Older Person’s Grant (incl. linked accounts): Thursday 2 October 2025
- Disability Grant: Friday 3 October 2025
- Child Support Grant and others: Monday 6 October 2025
- SRD R370 Grant: Payments are expected between 7 and 12 October 2025.
Important Notes For Beneficiaries
- Take your time the funds will safely stay in your bank account after the grant has been paid in.
- Before you set out, make sure to check your balance using ATMs, store checkout points, or the USSD codes provided by SASSA.
- The biometric verification is still rolling out, so some people might need to verify their identity when they come to collect.
- SASSA’s grant payments there are fees involved for escaling grant access. Only old finance transaction channels to pay off are secure and approved.
What This Means For Families
Each month, these grants offload massive strain from the shoulders of retirees, guardians, and the unemployed. Families can can now more confidently schedule their expenses without the need to make special trips just to check for funds, thanks to the predictability of their payout dates.
Also Read: New September Holiday Dates 2025 – Longer Break For South African Learners