SASSA Grants Payments in April 2025 – Complete Guide Dates, Amounts & How to Collect

On: Monday, April 21, 2025 5:11 PM

The SASSA grant payment dates for April 2025 have been announced, and whether you’re a new recipient or a long-time beneficiary, knowing the exact dates and processes is crucial. Millions of South Africans rely on these social grants for essential financial support, making it important to stay informed about payment schedules, new grant amounts, and collection methods.

With escalating costs of living and mounting economic pressures, it is now more vital than ever that you receive your SASSA grant on time. In this article, we give you a complete breakdown of payment dates, grant increases, and step-by-step detail on how to receive your grant securely and effectively.

Payment

Here is a detailed breakdown of the SASSA payment schedule for April 2025:

Grant Type	Payment Date	New Amount (from April 1, 2025)	How to Collect
Older Persons Grant	Wednesday, 2 April	R2,315	SASSA card, bank transfer, CashSend, retailers
Disability Grant	Thursday, 3 April	R2,315	SASSA card, bank transfer, CashSend, retailers
Child Support Grant	Friday, 4 April	R560	SASSA card, bank transfer, CashSend, retailers
Foster Child Grant	Friday, 4 April	R1,250	SASSA card, bank transfer, CashSend, retailers
War Veterans Grant	Wednesday, 2 April	R2,335	SASSA card, bank transfer, CashSend, retailers
Care Dependency Grant	Thursday, 3 April	R2,315	SASSA card, bank transfer, CashSend, retailers
Grant-in-Aid	Friday, 4 April	R560	SASSA card, bank transfer, CashSend, retailers

SASSA ensures that grants are paid in a staggered manner to reduce congestion at collection points. You do not need to withdraw your money on the exact payment date it will remain in your account until you decide to access it.

Increase

In the 2025 National Budget Speech, Finance Minister Enoch assured that all permanent social grants would be increased effective April 1, 2025. The increases are intended to assist beneficiaries in keeping pace with increases in the cost of essentials such as food, transport, and housing.

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Below is how the grants have risen:

Older Persons, Disability, and Care Dependency Grants—R130 up to R2,315 a month.
War Veterans Grant—Raised by R130 to R2,335 a month.
Foster Child Grant—Raised from R70 to R1,250 a month.
Child Support Grant and Grant-in-Aid—Raised by R30 to R560 a month.

The government has made more than R266 billion available for social grants in 2025, underlining its commitment to caring for vulnerable citizens.

Collection

SASSA provides various collection options, enabling beneficiaries to select the most convenient and secure method of receiving their grants.

SASSA Gold Card
- Functions as a debit card for purchases and withdrawals.
- Can be used at ATMs and big retailers, such as Shoprite, Checkers, Pick n Pay, Boxer, and U Save.
Direct Bank Deposit
- Your grant can be credited directly into your bank account.
- Eliminates queues and offers safe access to money.
- Make sure your bank details are properly registered with SASSA.
Cash Send Services
- Suitable for those who do not have a bank account.
- You are sent a safe SMS PIN to collect cash at participating stores.
- Your registered mobile number has to be verified against SASSA records.
Mobile Pay Points (rural areas)
- Mobile units are installed in rural areas to enable grant collection.
- Work on planned days in liaison with local municipalities.

Status

It is easy and fast to check your payment status online. Here’s how:

Go to the SASSA SRD website.
Click “Check Status.”
Enter your ID number and registered mobile number.
Check your payment date and application status.

If your status is ambiguous or inaccurate, call SASSA’s toll-free helpline at 0800 60 10 11 or visit a nearby office.

Security

Since millions of individuals depend on SASSA grants, fraudsters usually target beneficiaries. Be safe by using these security guidelines:

SASSA will never request your PIN, password, or banking login credentials.
Never give your SASSA card or account information to anyone.
Report fraudulent or suspicious messages to the SASSA Fraud Hotline at 0800 701 701.

Remaining updated on your grant payments guarantees a trouble-free, hassle-free experience. Through higher grant payments and various payment methods, SASSA continues to make vital finances available to millions of South Africans.