📅 Official 2026/2027 Schedule · Approved by National Treasury 20 March 2026
SASSA Payment Dates 2026/2027
Full Schedule — All Grants Including SRD R370
Official confirmed SASSA payment dates for Older Persons, Disability, Child Support, Foster Child, Care Dependency, War Veterans and SRD R370 grants — April 2026 to March 2027.
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Grant Amounts 2026/20272026/2027 SASSA Grant Amounts
Grant amounts were officially increased from 1 April 2026 following the national budget announcement by Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana. The increases were confirmed by the Department of Social Development on 20 March 2026.
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Older Persons (Under 75)
R2,400/month
+R80 from April 2026
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Older Persons (75+)
R2,420/month
+R80 from April 2026
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Disability Grant
R2,400/month
+R80 from April 2026
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Care Dependency
R2,400/month
+R80 from April 2026
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War Veterans Grant
R2,420/month
+R80 from April 2026
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Foster Child Grant
R1,290/month
+R40 from April 2026
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Child Support Grant
R580/month
+R20 from April 2026
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SRD R370 Grant
R370/month
Unchanged — reviewed 2027
ℹ️ Important: The SRD R370 grant amount remains unchanged at R370 until at least March 2027 when the next budget review takes place. All permanent grant increases took effect from April 2026.
How It WorksHow the SASSA Payment Schedule Works
SASSA staggers payments across the first three working days of each month to reduce pressure on ATMs, pay points and retailers. The standard order never changes — Older Persons first, Disability second, Children's grants third.
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Day 1
Older Persons Grant
War Veterans Grant
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Day 2
Disability Grant
Care Dependency Grant
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Day 3
Child Support Grant
Foster Child · Grant-in-Aid
⚠️ Public Holidays: When a payment date falls on a weekend, public holiday, or the first day of the month, SASSA moves the payment to the previous working day — meaning you receive payment early, not late.
🗓️ 4th Payment Day — Reviews & eLife Certification: SASSA now also runs a fourth payment date each month for beneficiaries flagged for a grant review or eLife Certification. If this applies to you, SASSA will notify you by SMS beforehand — you must visit your nearest SASSA office to complete the review, or your grant may be suspended in the next cycle.
Full Year ScheduleSASSA Payment Dates April 2026 — March 2027
Official schedule confirmed by National Treasury on 20 March 2026. Source: sassa.gov.za & dsd.gov.za
| Month | Older Persons & War Veterans | Disability & Care Dependency | Children's Grants | SRD R370 |
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April 2026 ✅ Paid | Thu 2 Apr | Tue 7 Apr | Wed 8 Apr | 23–30 Apr |
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May 2026 ✅ Paid | Tue 5 May | Wed 6 May | Thu 7 May | 25–30 May |
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June 2026 ✅ Paid | Tue 2 Jun | Wed 3 Jun | Thu 4 Jun | 24–30 Jun |
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July 2026 ✅ Paid | Thu 2 Jul | Fri 3 Jul | Mon 6 Jul | 25–30 Jul |
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August 2026 ✅ Paid | Tue 4 Aug | Wed 5 Aug | Thu 6 Aug | 25–31 Aug |
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September 2026 🔔 Upcoming | Wed 2 Sep | Thu 3 Sep | Fri 4 Sep | 25–30 Sep |
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October 2026 📌 Scheduled | Fri 2 Oct | Mon 5 Oct | Tue 6 Oct | 26–30 Oct |
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November 2026 📌 Scheduled | Tue 3 Nov | Wed 4 Nov | Thu 5 Nov | 25–30 Nov |
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December 2026 📌 Scheduled | Wed 2 Dec | Thu 3 Dec | Fri 4 Dec | 22–30 Dec |
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January 2027 ⏳ Provisional | Tue 5 Jan | Wed 6 Jan | Thu 7 Jan | 26–30 Jan |
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February 2027 ⏳ Provisional | Tue 2 Feb | Wed 3 Feb | Thu 4 Feb | 24–28 Feb |
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March 2027 ⏳ Provisional | Tue 2 Mar | Wed 3 Mar | Thu 4 Mar | 25–31 Mar |
* SRD R370 dates are approximate batch windows. Your personal payment date depends on your verification and payment method. Check at srd.sassa.gov.za
⏳ Dates marked "Provisional" (January–March 2027) follow SASSA's standard early-month, three-day pattern but have not yet been individually confirmed by SASSA — check back closer to each month for final confirmation.
September 2026SASSA September 2026 Payment Dates — Confirmed
SASSA has confirmed the September 2026 payment schedule. September 1 falls on a Tuesday, but SASSA never pays on the 1st of the month, so payments begin the next day — Older Persons on Wednesday 2 September, following the usual three-day stagger with no weekend or public holiday to work around this month.
| Grant Type | Payment Date | Status |
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| Older Persons & War Veterans | Wednesday, 2 September 2026 | 🔔 Upcoming |
| Disability & Care Dependency | Thursday, 3 September 2026 | 🔔 Upcoming |
| Child Support, Foster Child & Grant-in-Aid | Friday, 4 September 2026 | 🔔 Upcoming |
| Review / eLife Certification (4th day) | Monday, 7 September 2026 | 📩 If Flagged Only |
| SRD R370 Grant | Late September 2026 (individual dates, exact window not yet published) | 📱 Check Online |
🃏 SASSA Gold Card Deadline — 31 August 2026 has passed: Postbank's cut-off for swapping the old yellow SASSA Gold Card for the new black Postbank card was 31 August 2026, and Gold Cards have now stopped working. Tens of thousands of beneficiaries had not yet swapped as the deadline arrived. If you still have a Gold Card, visit any Postbank card-replacement site immediately — it's free, bring your SA ID, and dial *120*355# to find your nearest site.
SRD R370SRD R370 — No Fixed Payment Date
The SRD R370 grant does not follow the same fixed schedule as permanent grants. SASSA processes SRD payments in individual batches during the final week of each month, after completing your monthly verification against SARS, UIF and Home Affairs data.
💡 How to Find Your SRD Payment Date
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Enter your 13-digit South African ID number
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Enter your registered cellphone number and verify with OTP
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Your personal payment date will show once verification is complete (usually after the 20th of each month)
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Check Status Online
srd.sassa.gov.za
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WhatsApp SASSA
082 054 0016
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USSD (No Data)
*134*7737#
💡 Tip: SRD payments are typically processed between the 24th and 30th of each month for approved applicants. If your status shows "Approved" but no payment date has appeared yet, this is normal — batch processing means dates are assigned progressively from around the 20th of the month.
Payment Not Received?What to Do if Your Payment Date Has Passed
If your expected payment date has passed and money has not reflected, follow these steps before contacting SASSA.
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Wait 2–3 working days
Bank processing can take up to 3 working days after SASSA releases the payment. Funds are typically available from 8–9am on your payment date. If nothing shows by midday, wait until the next morning.
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Verify your banking details
Log in to the SRD portal at srd.sassa.gov.za and confirm your banking details are correct and the account is still active. An expired or closed account will block payment.
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Check your card status
If you use a SASSA Postbank card, confirm it has not expired. The old yellow Gold Card stopped working after the 31 August 2026 deadline — if you have not swapped yet, visit any Postbank card-replacement site with your SA ID (free of charge) or dial *120*355# to find one.
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Call the toll-free number
Contact SASSA on 0800 60 10 11 (toll-free, Mon–Fri 8am–4pm). Have your ID number and grant type ready. You can also send "Hi" to SASSA WhatsApp on 082 054 0016.
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Visit your nearest SASSA office
If the problem is not resolved after calling, visit your nearest SASSA office with your original ID document and grant reference number. SASSA is obligated to investigate payment failures within 5 working days.
Common Reasons for Payment Delays
| Reason | What to Do |
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| Incorrect banking details on file | Update at srd.sassa.gov.za or nearest SASSA office |
| Bank account closed or frozen | Open a new account and update SASSA — allow 5 working days |
| Expired SASSA Gold Card | Swap for new Postbank Black Card at any Postbank branch — free |
| Grant status changed this month | Check status at srd.sassa.gov.za — submit appeal if wrongly declined |
| Bank processing delay | Wait 2–3 working days — funds reflect by 8–9am on payment date |
| Public holiday delay | Payment moves to previous working day — check updated date |
Where to Collect Your SASSA Grant
Once your payment date arrives, you can access your grant through multiple channels. You do not need to collect immediately — funds remain safely in your account.
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Bank Account
Direct deposit to your nominated bank — check app from 8am on payment date
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Postbank Black Card
ATM or cashback at any Mastercard-accepting retailer nationwide
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Retail Pay Points
Shoprite, Checkers, Pick n Pay, Boxer, Usave, Spar — cash withdrawals at till
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Post Office
Selected SAPO branches still operating — check your nearest branch
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Cash Send / OTP
For beneficiaries without bank accounts — SASSA arranges OTP-based cash send
💡 Safety Tip: SASSA advises beneficiaries to not withdraw the full grant on payment day. Spread withdrawals across the month to reduce the risk of cash theft and to avoid the first-day queues at ATMs and retailers.
Contact SASSAOfficial SASSA Contact Details
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Toll-Free Helpline
0800 60 10 11
Mon–Fri 8am–4pm — free from any network
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WhatsApp
082 054 0016
Send "Hi" to start — available 24/7
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USSD (No Data Needed)
*134*7737#
Works on any network — no internet required
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Official Website
sassa.gov.za
Payment dates, grant info, offices
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SRD Status Portal
srd.sassa.gov.za
Check status, appeal, update details
Frequently Asked Questions — SASSA Payment Dates 2026
When are SASSA grants paid in September 2026? +
Older Persons and War Veterans are paid on Wednesday 2 September 2026. Disability and Care Dependency grants are paid on Thursday 3 September 2026. Child Support, Foster Child and Grant-in-Aid are paid on Friday 4 September 2026. Beneficiaries flagged for a review or eLife Certification are paid on Monday 7 September. SRD R370 payments follow in a batch window later in the month.
What is the SRD R370 payment date for September 2026? +
The SRD R370 grant does not have a single fixed date. SASSA processes SRD payments in individual batches during the final week of September 2026, and has not yet published the exact window. Your personal payment date depends on when your monthly verification completed. Check your specific date at srd.sassa.gov.za/sc19/status.
What are the SASSA grant amounts in 2026? +
From April 2026: Older Persons Grant (under 75) is R2,400/month. Older Persons Grant (75 and older) is R2,420/month. Disability Grant is R2,400/month. Care Dependency Grant is R2,400/month. War Veterans Grant is R2,420/month. Foster Child Grant is R1,290/month. Child Support Grant is R580/month. SRD R370 remains unchanged at R370/month.
What happens if my SASSA payment date falls on a public holiday? +
SASSA moves the payment to the previous working day — meaning you receive your grant early, not late. For example, if your payment date falls on a public holiday on a Tuesday, you would be paid on the Monday before. Plan ahead in months with major public holidays near the start of the month.
I have not received my grant after my payment date — what do I do? +
First wait 2 to 3 working days for bank processing. Then check that your banking details are correct at the SRD portal. If the account is correct and still no payment, call SASSA toll-free on 0800 60 10 11 or send "Hi" to WhatsApp 082 054 0016. If unresolved, visit your nearest SASSA office with your ID document.
When do I need to swap my SASSA Gold Card? +
The deadline to swap the old yellow SASSA Gold Card for the new Postbank Black Card was 31 August 2026, and Gold Cards have now stopped working. Tens of thousands of beneficiaries had not yet swapped when the deadline passed. If you still have a Gold Card, visit any Postbank card-replacement site with your SA ID immediately — the swap is completely free.
Can I check my SASSA payment date without data? +
Yes. Dial *134*7737# on your phone — this USSD code works on any South African network without requiring internet data. You can check your payment date, grant status, and contact SASSA through the USSD menu. You can also WhatsApp SASSA on 082 054 0016 — many networks offer WhatsApp without data under social bundles.
Does SASSA pay on Sundays or public holidays? +
No. SASSA does not pay grants on Sundays, Saturdays or public holidays. When a payment date falls on a weekend or public holiday, the payment is moved to the previous working day. Beneficiaries therefore receive payment early, not late, in months where holidays affect the schedule.
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Disclaimer: statussassacheck.co.za is an independent informational website and is not affiliated with SASSA or the South African government. Payment dates are sourced from official SASSA and Department of Social Development announcements. Always verify dates at
sassa.gov.za or call
0800 60 10 11.