Updated 5 April 2026 – SassaInfo Team
SASSA payment dates 2026 follow a monthly schedule for Older Persons, Disability and Children’s Grants. This guide explains the full SASSA payment dates 2026 payment calendar, payment order, SRD timing, collection options and what to do if your grant is late.
Your grant money does not expire. Once paid, it remains on your SASSA card or in your bank account until you withdraw it.
You may collect at any ATM, Pick & Pay, Boxer, Shoprite, Checkers, Spar, Post Office, or SASSA pay point.
Official SASSA Payment Dates for 2026
Below is the verified 2026 SASSA payment calendar, following SASSA’s rules:
- No payments on weekends
- No payments on Mondays
- No payments on public holidays
- Payments follow this order:
- Older Persons
- Disability
- Children’s Grants
SASSA 2026 Payment Calendar
| Month 2026 | Older Persons | Disability | Children’s Grants |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6 January | 7 January | 8 January |
| February | 3 February | 4 February | 5 February |
| March | 3 March | 4 March | 5 March |
| April | 2 April | 7 April | 8 April |
| May | 5 May | 6 May | 7 May |
| June | 2 June | 3 June | 4 June |
| July | 2 July | 3 July | 6 July |
| August | 4 August | 5 August | 6 August |
| September | 2 September | 3 September | 4 September |
| October | 2 October | 5 October | 6 October |
| November | 3 November | 4 November | 5 November |
| December | 2 December | 3 December | 4 December |
Always confirm updates at www.sassa.gov.za or call 0800 60 10 11.
SASSA Grant Amounts for 2026 (Updated)
From April 2026, the following increases apply:
| Grant Type | Amount (2026) |
| Older Persons | R2,400 |
| Disability | R2,400 |
| Care Dependency | R2,400 |
| War Veterans | R2,420 |
| Child Support | R580 |
| Grant‑in‑Aid | R580 |
| Foster Child | R1,290 |
| SRD R370 | R370 |
SASSA Payment Dates 2026 for SRD R370
The SRD R370 grant does not follow the fixed monthly calendar
How SRD payments work:
- SASSA checks your income and eligibility every month.
- If approved, payment is made 5–10 working days after your status changes to Approved.
- Payments usually reflect near the end of the month.
- You will receive an SMS once payment is processed.
Check your SRD status:
- USSD: *120*3210#
- Website: https://srd.sassa.gov.za/
- WhatsApp: 082 046 8553
- https://www.sassa.gov.za/
Where You Can Collect Your SASSA Grant
| Collection Point | What You Need | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Any ATM | SASSA Gold Card + PIN | First Postbank ATM withdrawal is free each month. |
| Retail Stores – Pick & Pay, Boxer, Shoprite, Checkers, Spar | SASSA Gold Card + PIN | Retailers may use rotational schedules. |
| Post Office | SASSA Gold Card or ID | Confirm availability before travelling. |
| SASSA Pay Points | SASSA Gold Card or ID | Ideal for rural areas. |
| Your Bank Account | Bank card + PIN | Only if you updated your banking details with SASSA. |
If you do not have a bank account, SASSA provides a free Postbank Gold Card.
What To Do If Your Payment Is Late
Follow these steps before visiting a SASSA office
- Wait 2–3 working days after the expected payment date.
- Check your balance using *120*3210# or any ATM.
- For SRD, check your status at srd.sassa.gov.za
- Call SASSA at 0800 60 10 11 if still unpaid.
- If your SASSA card has expired, visit your nearest SASSA office for a free replacement.
Common reasons for delays:
- Expired SASSA card
- Incorrect banking details
- Means test review
- ID mismatch
- SRD: income detected for that month
SASSA Payment Dates 2026 Rules
SASSA payment dates 2026 usually follow a fixed monthly order to reduce congestion at pay points and ATMs. Older Persons grants are normally paid first, Disability grants follow, and Children’s Grants are paid last. Payments are generally not scheduled on weekends, Mondays or public holidays, which is why some dates shift slightly during the year.
If your money reflects late, do not panic immediately. SASSA payment dates 2026 show when funds are released, but your bank, retailer or collection point may take additional time to reflect the payment. In most cases, beneficiaries can collect later because the money remains available once deposited
SASSA Payment Dates 2026 Tips
- Check your payment type before travelling.
- Avoid withdrawing all funds at once.
- Use official SASSA channels for confirmations.
- For SRD, check the status online because SRD does not follow the same fixed calendar.
SASSA Payment Dates 2026 FAQs
The Older Persons Grant is paid on the first Tuesday of each month (see full table above).
Children’s Grants are paid two days after Older Persons payments.
SASSA moves the payment to the next available weekday.
You can check via USSD, ATM, or wait for the SMS notification
No. Your funds remain in your SASSA card or bank account until withdrawn.
Disclaimer: This page is based on the official SASSA 2026 schedule. Dates may change without notice.
Always verify at www.sassa.gov.za or call 0800 60 10 11.