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February and March SASSA grant payout dates
Do you want to know when you will receive you SASSA grants in February and March? Read more here:
Here is when you can expect to receive your SASSA grants in February and March of this year:
Click here to apply for your SASSA Grant online:
When will you get your money?
February:
- Older persons grant: Tuesday, February 3 2026
- Disability grant: Wednesday, February 4 2026
- Children’s grants: Thursday, February 5 2026
March:
- Older persons grant: Tuesday, March 3 2026
- Disability grant: Wednesday, March 4 2026
- Children’s grants: Thursday, March 5 2026

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How much will you be paid?
- Old age: R2 315
- War veterans: R2 335
- Disability: R2 315
- Care dependency: R2 315
- Foster child: R1 250
- Child support: R560
- Grant-in-aid: R560
- Social relief of distress (SRD): R370
Useful tips to remember:
- If a payment date falls on a weekend or public holiday, Sassa moves it to the next business day.
- Make sure your bank details are correct and active.
- If you have not received payment within two to three business days of your expected date, call 0800 60 10 11 or visit your nearest Sassa office.
- Avoid long queues by collecting after the official date – your funds will still be available.
For all updates and more information, visit the official Sassa website.
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