The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has officially confirmed the SASSA grant payment dates for October 2025. This payment schedule applies to all social grants, including the old age grant, disability grant, child support grant, and the Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant.
SASSA Payment Dates for October 2025
- Old Age Grant: Thursday, 2 October 2025
- Disability Grant: Friday, 3 October 2025
- Child Support and All Other Grants: Monday, 6 October 2025
Payments for the SRD grant will also begin in the first week of October. Unlike the other grants, SRD payments are processed in batches and not all beneficiaries receive funds on the same day.
SASSA Old Age Grant Increase – R2,315 from October 2025
From October, pensioners who qualify for the SASSA old age grant will receive R2,315 per month. This increase is aimed at helping seniors manage rising living costs. Many households rely on the old age grant as a primary income, making this update a welcome relief.
Province-Wise Payment Schedule for Old Age Grants
To reduce long queues at pay points, SASSA has arranged payments in stages across provinces:
- Week 1: Eastern Cape and KwaZulu-Natal
- Week 2: Gauteng and Western Cape
- Week 3: Limpopo, Mpumalanga, and North West
- Week 4: Free State and Northern Cape
Funds remain safe in your bank account or SASSA Gold Card. Beneficiaries do not need to withdraw money on the first day—it will stay available until you choose to access it.
Who Qualifies for the Old Age Grant in 2025?
To receive the monthly old age grant, applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Be 60 years or older
- Be a South African citizen, permanent resident, or refugee living in South Africa
- Not receive another social grant for themselves
- Pass SASSA’s income and asset means test
Biometric Enrolment for New SASSA Applicants
Since September 1, all new grant applications require biometric enrolment through a fingerprint or facial scan. This system was introduced to combat fraud. Over 42,000 beneficiaries have already completed the process across 432 SASSA offices nationwide.
Changing Your SASSA Payment Method
Beneficiaries who want to change how they receive their SASSA grant must:
- Take a valid South African ID and proof of bank account (new account holders need proof of account, while existing account holders must provide a three-month statement).
- Visit a local SASSA office to complete a consent form.
- Submit requests before the 19th of the month for changes to take effect in the next cycle.
The SASSA grant payment dates in South Africa for October 2025 are spread out to ensure smooth processing and safe access to funds. Whether you receive the old age, disability, child support, or SRD grant, your money is secure until you withdraw it.
