SASSA Grant Payments: September Dates & Important Updates You Need To Know!
Are you a SASSA grant beneficiary? September 2025 is just around the corner, and it's crucial to stay updated on the payment dates and any changes that might affect your grant. Here's a breakdown of what you need to know:
September 2025 SASSA Grant Payment Dates:
- Older Persons Grant: Tuesday, September 2, 2025
- Disability Grant: Wednesday, September 3, 2025
- Children’s Grants: Thursday, September 4, 2025
Make sure to mark these dates on your calendar to avoid any confusion.
SASSA Grant Amounts (2025):
- Old Age (60-74 years) and Disability grants: R2 315
- Old Age (75+ years) Grant: R2 335
- War Veterans Grant: R2 315
- Care Dependency Grant: R2 315
- Child Support Grant: R560
- Foster Care Grant: R1 250
- SRD Grant: R370
Important Updates: Grant Reviews and Income Verification
SASSA is intensifying its review process to ensure that grants are only going to eligible individuals. This means:
- Income Verification: SASSA is cross-referencing data to identify beneficiaries with undeclared income. If you receive a text message from SASSA, visit a branch with documents verifying your income.
- Grant Reviews: Around 210,000 beneficiaries have been flagged for review. Be sure to respond to any requests for information from SASSA.
- No Permanent Suspensions: While payments may be delayed during the review process, valid beneficiaries will continue to receive their grants after compliance. The goal is to ensure grants reach the right people, not to punish beneficiaries.
Postbank Contract Ending: Potential Payment Issues?
Over 2 million beneficiaries receiving grants through Postbank might experience payment issues as the contract between SASSA and Postbank is ending in September. SASSA is working to resolve this, but it’s wise to be aware of the situation.
Fourth Payment Date Introduced
To minimise payment disruptions, SASSA has introduced a fourth payment date, usually the first Friday of the month, for the remainder of 2025.
Beware of Illegal Deductions!
SASSA has warned beneficiaries, especially older persons, about illegal deductions from their grants, often related to fraudulent funeral policies. Be vigilant about any unusual deductions and report them immediately.
Stay informed and ensure your information is up-to-date with SASSA to avoid any delays or complications with your grant payments.