SASSA Payment Dates for April 2025

SASSA is the social security agency of the Southern Africa approach that makes much possible funding available to eligible citizens through various grants. For beneficiaries, it is important to know the SASSA payment dates in April 2025 to enable effective financial planning.

In this article, we will go over the specific payment dates of all grants with important announcements and methods available for payment collection.

Confirmed SASSA Payment Dates for April 2025

SASSA follows a very organized timetable to make sure that beneficiaries have their payments on time.

Below are the confirmed payment dates for April 2025:

Grant Type	Payment Date (April 2025)
Older Persons Grant	Tuesday, 2 April 2025
Disability Grant	Wednesday, 3 April 2025
Children’s Grants & Others	Thursday, 4 April 2025
SASSA SRD R350 Grant	25th April – 30th April

The exact payment date will be variable depending on whether or not your application is approved and whether or not your banking verification process is completed.

Breakdown of SASSA Grant Payments

1. Older Persons Grant

The Older Persons Grant is for South African citizens aged 60 years and older; this payment is done on the first SASSA payday of the month and hence ensures that the elderly beneficiaries also receive their payments without delay.

2. Disability Grant

Beneficiaries of the Disability Grant will receive their payments a day after the Older Persons Grant. This grant is meant for South Africans who have a permanent or temporary disability that prevents them from working.

3. Child Support, Foster Care, and Care Dependency Grants

These grants are paid on the third payday of the month. Beneficiaries who rely on these payments should ensure they check their accounts on 4 April 2025.

4. SASSA SRD R350 Grant Payment Schedule

The Special Relief of Distress (SRD) R350 grant payments do not have a fixed date. Instead, they are paid towards the end of the month.

For April the SRD R350 payments will be between the 25th April – the 30th April.

Beneficiaries must check their application status regularly on the SASSA website or via WhatsApp for updates.

How to Check Your SASSA Payment Status

There are many ways you can check your SASSA payment status and it’s very easy.

Here’s how:

• Via the SASSA Website:
  1. Visit our home page to do a SRD Status Check
  2. Enter your South African ID number and cell phone number.
  3. Click on “Check Status” to view your payment details.
• Via WhatsApp:
  1. Save 082 046 8553 as a contact.
  2. Send a message saying “SASSA”.
  3. Follow the prompts to check your status.
• Via SASSA Toll-Free Number: Call 0800 60 10 11 for assistance.

Where Can You Collect Your SASSA Payment?

Beneficiaries can access their grant payments through various collection points:

• Direct Bank Deposit: Payments are transferred directly to the beneficiary’s registered bank account.
• SASSA/Post Office Pay Points: Beneficiaries without bank accounts can collect payments from designated Post Offices or SASSA pay points.
• Retailers: Payments can be accessed at selected retailers, including Shoprite, Checkers, Pick n Pay, and Boxer stores.
• Cash Send Services: For beneficiaries without bank accounts, SASSA provides the option of withdrawing funds via major banks using a cellphone number and unique PIN.

Common Issues and How to Resolve Them

1. Payment Delays

If your payment has not been reflected on the expected date:

• Confirm payment processing by checking your SASSA status online.
• Next, give your bank a ring to determine whether any processing delays are taking place. 
• Call SASSA’s toll-free helpline for assistance.

2. Declined SRD R350 Grant

If your SRD R350 grant is declined, the possible reasons could include:

• Alternative income detected exceeding the threshold.
• Incomplete banking details or incorrect information.
• Pending verification with Home Affairs.

To appeal, visit the SASSA SRD portal and submit an appeal within 30 days.

3. Lost or Stolen SASSA Card

If your SASSA card is lost or stolen:

• Report the loss without any delay on 0800 60 10 11. 
• Stop by any convenient SASSA office near you to inquire about the acquisition of the replacement.
• Consider switching to bank deposits for enhanced security.

Important Updates for SASSA Beneficiaries

• Grant Increases: The government periodically reviews grant amounts to align with inflation and economic changes. Stay updated by checking the official SASSA website.
• Biometric Verification for SRD Grants: To reduce fraud, SASSA has introduced biometric authentication for SRD R350 grant recipients.
• New Banking Details Submission: Beneficiaries must update banking details before the cutoff date to ensure seamless payments.

Conclusion

Being aware of the dates for SASSA payments matters in April 2025 to ensure you receive funds on time. Always check your payment status through SASSA’s official contact points and keep banking details updated to avoid delays.