Sassa has announced when people will get their social grants in October 2025. The money will be paid out during the first week of the month. Here are the payment dates:
– Old Age Grants will be paid on Thursday October 2
– Disability Grants will be paid on Friday October 3
– Child Support and other grants will be paid on Monday October 6
Sassa wants people to know they don’t need to get their money right away. The funds will stay in their accounts and can be collected from stores at any time after these dates.
Updated Grant Amounts for October 2025 Revealed
Basic old age grant for people 60 to 74 years old is R2,315 per month.
– If you’re 75 or older you get R2335 monthly.
– People with disabilities receive R2315 each month.
– War veterans qualify for R2,335 per month.
– The care dependency grant is set at R2,315 monthly.
– Foster parents get R1,250 per month for each foster child.
– The child support grant provides R560 monthly per eligible child.
– The temporary distress grant (SRD) gives R370 per month to qualifying people in need.
These amounts are current & may change in future updates. All grants are paid out monthly by SASSA to approved beneficiaries.
Big Shift in SASSA Payment System: What You Must Know
Sassa wants to let people know that Postbank will stop working with them in September 2025. Don’t worry though – you’ll still get your money on time. You can still use your Sassa card at ATMs and stores. But it’s a good idea to switch to your own bank account or sign up for payments through a store. If you want to change how you get your money you need to bring these things:
– Your South African ID
– Bank papers (either 3 months of statements or proof of a new account) Take these items to any Sassa office.
You’ll need to fill out a form there too. Make sure you do this before the 19th of the month. This way your new payment method will start the next month.
Protect Your Details: Avoid Payment Delays or Fraud
Stay alert after you switch how you get your Sassa payments. Never share your PIN or bank details with anyone. This will help protect you from scams and keep your money safe. Keep all your payment information private to avoid becoming a victim of fraud.
Biometric Checks Now Mandatory to Stop Grant Fraud
Starting September 1, people who want to apply for grants must now provide their fingerprints or have their face scanned. This new rule helps stop people from cheating the system. Sassa offices across the country have already signed up more than 42000 people using this new method. The scanning process is happening at 432 different Sassa locations in South Africa. This change makes the grant system safer & more reliable for everyone.
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SRD Application Status: How to Check Instantly
Watch out for scammers who steal personal info to get the Covid-19 SRD grant money. If you’re between 18 and 59 and haven’t asked for this grant you should check if someone is using your details without permission. It’s easy to verify – just call 0800 60 10 11 for free or send an email to [email protected]. This way you can make sure no one is getting grant money in your name.
Denied SRD Grant? Here’s How to File an Appeal
If your R370 SRD grant gets rejected you can still appeal the decision if you think it’s wrong. The grant often gets denied when Sassa finds out you have a job or other money coming in through bank checks. Don’t agree with why they turned you down? You can appeal online. To challenge the rejection you need to go to the Sassa website at srd.sassa.gov.za. Just follow the instructions there & send your information to support your case. The website will guide you through each step of the appeal process.
Fake SASSA Messages Alert: Don’t Get Scammed
Sassa warns people about fake news on social media. Someone is spreading lies about a new R700 grant starting in September 2025. This information is false and Sassa did not announce it. If you get social grants you should only trust news from Sassa’s official sources. These include their website phone line WhatsApp & local offices. This will help you avoid getting scammed. Remember to check if information is real before believing social media posts about grants.
Caught a Scam? Here’s How to Report Fraud Quickly
Sassa takes fraud & corruption very seriously. If you know about any suspicious activities you can report them without giving your name. You can use these ways to report:
– Call the Anti-Corruption Hotline at 0800 701 701 or 0800 601 011
– Send an email to [email protected]
– Visit www.publicservicecorruptionhotline.org.za
– Text 39772 Remember that all Sassa services are free.
No one should ever ask you to pay money for Sassa services.
Northern Cape Residents: Join SASSA’s New Outreach Drive
Sassa staff in the Northern Cape met with local people this week. They talked about the upcoming community program ICROP that happened in Sedibeng on September 18. They had meetings in Sedibeng & Lokaleng to help people update their information. The meetings also let people ask questions and learn about available services. Sassa wants to make its services easier to access. This is really important for people who live in rural areas where it’s hard to reach offices or use online systems.
Need Help? Here’s How You Can Contact SASSA Now
Need help with your Sassa grant? Here’s how to contact them:
Main Contact Numbers:
– Free call: 0800 60 10 11
– Office phone: 012 400 2000
– Website: www.sassa.gov.za
– Email for questions: [email protected] or [email protected]
Check Your Grant Status:
– Dial *1203210# or *12069277# from your phone
– Visit srd.sassa.gov.za
– Text “SASSA” then “STATUS” to 082 046 8553 on WhatsApp Report Fraud
– Call 0800 701 701 or 0800 601 011
– Email: [email protected]
– Text to 39772
– Visit www.publicservicecorruptionhotline.org.za
Remember to keep your personal information up to date so you don’t miss any payments.
