SASSA Payment Dates

Does your application get approved? Now you are looking for the paydays? The SASSA payment dates for the SRD R370 grant are generally processed in batches during the last 2 weeks of the month. This guide covers the old person grant, child support, disability, and R350 grant payment dates. Follow the guide to know why your grants are approved but no cash days.

What are the SASSA payment dates?

SASSA is a government body that manages and administers social security services to South African citizens, permanent residents, and refugees (asylum holders) currently living in South Africa. It provides the social grants to the needy on a specific date when their application gets approved. These dates are typically at the end of the month, between the 15th and the 31st.

SASSA Status Check for R350 Payment Dates

For those who are unsure whether their grants have been approved or rejected, the best practice is to do a SASSA status check for R350 payment dates. You can check your status by visiting the srd.sassa.gov.za website. When you open the site, enter your ID number and phone number, then click “Submit” and select the status check option to see whether your application was approved or denied.

SRD payment dates for january 2026

The expected SRD payment dates for the year 2026 are from January 15 to January 31. The beneficiaries can collect their payment for their approved grants on the assigned batch day (SASSA pays proceeds in batches). 

Day

Payment Dates

Amount

Opening & Closing Time

Thursday

15 January 2026

R370

7:30 AM – 4:00 PM

Friday

16 January 2026

R370

7:30 AM – 4:00 PM

Monday

19 January 2026

R370

7:30 AM – 4:00 PM

Tuesday

20 January 2026

R370

7:30 AM – 4:00 PM

Wednesday

21 January 2026

R370

7:30 AM – 4:00 PM

Thursday

22 January 2026

R370

7:30 AM – 4:00 PM

Friday

23 January 2026

R370

7:30 AM – 4:00 PM

Monday

26 January 2026

R370

7:30 AM – 4:00 PM

Tuesday

27 January 2026

R370

7:30 AM – 4:00 PM

Wednesday

28 January 2026

R370

7:30 AM – 4:00 PM

Thursday

29 January 2026

R370

7:30 AM – 4:00 PM

Friday

30 January 2026

R370

7:30 AM – 4:00 PM

SASSA Payment Dates for 2025

Month 2025

SRD Payment Window (R370)

January

27 Jan – 31 Jan 2025

February

24 Feb – 28 Feb 2025

March

25 Mar – 31 Mar 2025

April

25 Apr – 30 Apr 2025

May

26 May – 31 May 2025

June

24 Jun – 30 Jun 2025

July

25 Jul – 31 Jul 2025

August

25 Aug – 31 Aug 2025

September

24 Sep – 30 Sep 2025

October

22 Oct – 28 Oct 2025

November

24 Nov – 29 Nov 2025

December

20 Dec – 24 Dec 2025

sassa payment dates for 2025 and 2026

SRD payment dates for november 2025

The SRD pay schedule for the month of November 2025 is as follows.

Day

Date

Amount

Monday

24 November 2025

R370

Tuesday

25 November 2025

R370

Wednesday

26 November 2025

R370

Thursday

27 November 2025

R370

Friday

28 November 2025

R370

Saturday

29 November 2025

R370

Important Note

Payments are released in groups, and your date will be set according to that group.

How to Check Your Specific Payment Date

To find your exact payment date, you can check it by visiting the SASSA office in person or online via the site. Through the site, follow the steps

  • Open a web browser and go to sassa.gov.za.
  • Click on the official SASSA SRD website.
  • Enter your ID number and mobile number.
  • Click on Check your payment status and date.
  • Funds usually take two to three working days to reflect in your bank account after the payment is approved.

Other Methods to check your Payment Dates

  • WhatsApp: Send “Status” to 082 046 8553, and provide your ID and phone number when prompted.
  • SMS: Text “SASSA [Your ID Number]” to 082 046 8553.
  • USSD: Dial 1203210# or 12069277# and follow the menu.

Various Methods to Receive or Withdraw Your Payment

For the convenience of beneficiaries, SASSA provides different payment methods for receiving their grants.

Bank Account

Your grant is deposited directly into your bank account. You can then withdraw it from an ATM or use it for purchases.

Post Office

If you do not have a bank account, you can collect your grant at your nearest post office with your ID.

Cash Pay points

Stores such as Shoprite, Checkers, or Boxer allow you to collect your grant in cash. Bring your ID to receive the payment.

SASSA Card

Some beneficiaries receive a SASSA-issued card where the payment is loaded. It can be used for withdrawals at ATMs or for shopping.

ATM Withdrawals

Withdraw your grant from any ATM using your bank account or SASSA card.

Mobile Wallet

In certain areas, SASSA payments can be sent to a registered mobile wallet for collection without visiting a bank.

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    Why Am I Approved but Not Paid for the SASSA SRD R370 Grant?

    If your SRD R370 grant has been approved but you haven’t received the payment, the delay may be due to verification issues, incorrect banking details, pending identity verification (eKYC), or your referral status.

    How to check SRD payment Status online?

    Check Your SASSA payment Status Online through the official website.

    • Visit the site at srd.sassa.gov.za/sc19/status.
    • Enter your ID Number
    • Also, provide your Phone Number
    • Press “Submit.”
    • Your status will appear on the screen.

    FAQs about SASSA Payment Dates

    SASSA assigned pay dates only to those individuals whose all the required documents are completed. If your grants are approved and if there are no paydays, it means you are missing the payment option, such as a bank account, a Postbank account, or a cash send. 

    No, SASSA does not release or assign payments to beneficiaries on weekends or public holidays. However, once your payment is processed, you can withdraw it on holidays from ATMs, Shoprite, Checkers, or other stores that remain open.

    No, you can’t obtain the grant cash if SASSA does not allocate payment dates to you. 

    The payment period for the SRD grant for January 2026 is from January 25 to January 31, 2026. It is important to note that SASSA does not release pay to all the applicants on the same day. It is made in batches, and they should check the specific payment date on the official website. 

    Yes, only those whose applications are accepted can receive their payments on the scheduled date. So, if your status is pending, you have to wait until it gets approved to receive your grant.

    No, SASSA does not have set Payment Dates for SRD at the Beginning of the Month: Unlike permanent grants like the Older Person’s, Disability, or Children’s grant, it is issued later in the month.

    Conclusion

    This guide is about staying informed about SASSA payment dates by choosing your preferred method and checking monthly payment windows. Use a bank account, post office, cash pay points, SASSA card, or mobile wallet to access your grant on time and avoid delays. Track your status online for smooth payments.

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