SASSA Grant Payment dates for January 2025

The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has officially announced the grant payment dates for January 2025, ensuring beneficiaries know when to expect financial assistance.

SASSA Grant Payment dates for January 2025

Knowing the exact payment dates is essential for beneficiaries to plan their collections and avoid unnecessary delays. Beneficiaries of various grants are advised to take note of the payment schedule and plan accordingly. Below is a breakdown of the key dates and important information regarding the disbursement process.

Sassa distributes over 18 million permanent grant payments, including the Older Persons pension grant, Disability grant, War Veterans grant, Care Dependency grant, Foster Child grant, Child Support grant, Child Support grant Top-Up and Grant-in-aid. This is in addition to the approximately 8 million people who receive Social Relief of Distress Grant payments.

Grant TypePayment DateCollection Method
Older Persons GrantWednesday, January 3, 2025Bank transfers or designated paypoints
Disability GrantThursday, January 4, 2025Bank deposits or collection points
Child Support GrantMonday, January 8, 2025Bank transfers; collection points may experience delays
Foster Child GrantFriday, January 12, 2025Direct deposits or in-person collections
Grant in AidMonday, January 15, 2025Bank deposits or collection points
Care Dependency GrantWednesday, January 17, 2025Direct deposits or paypoints

When payment dates fall on weekends or public holidays, payments are processed on the next working day.

SRD grant payments for approved recipients will be processed between 25 and 31 January 2025. Funds typically take two to three working days to reflect in beneficiaries bank accounts after processing.

Beneficiaries are encouraged to open their own bank accounts with any bank of their choice. SASSA says this will assist them to take ownership of their funds and collection.

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Sassa has introduced a biometric verification system for new SRD grant applicants to combat fraud.

By adhering to this structured schedule, the January SASSA payment 2025 aims to deliver timely and efficient support to all beneficiaries, reinforcing its commitment to social welfare in South Africa.

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