SASSA Grant Payment Dates in October 2024
I know you’ve all been eagerly waiting for the SASSA grant payment dates for October 2024. Well, the wait is finally over! SASSA has officially announced the payment schedule for social grants, so you can start planning your finances accordingly. In this article, you will be provided with all the details you need to know about the upcoming grant payments.”
What Are the Social Grant Payment Dates For October?
Following are the officially announced dates for the popularly known SASSA grant from which the payments will be started to be made to beneficiaries.
- Older person’s Grants will be paid from Wednesday, 02 October 2024. This includes any grants linked to these accounts.
- Disability Grants will be paid from Thursday, 03 October 2024. This includes any grants linked to these accounts.
- Children’s Grants will be paid from Friday, 04 October 2024.
Increase in Payment Effected From October 2024
One more reason to eagerly wait for SASSA Social Grant Dates is the increase in the amounts that will be started from the 1st of October 2024, which means you will get an increment in payment. New payments for Older Persons, Disability, and Children grants are given in the table below.
GRANT | PAYMENT |
---|---|
Older Person | R 2190 |
Older Person 75+ | R 2190 + R 20 |
Disability | R2190 |
Child Support | R 530 + R 270 |
Important Considerations
- Verify Your Information: Ensure that your personal information, such as your bank account details, contact information, and identity document details, are accurate and up-to-date with SASSA. This will help prevent any delays or issues with your grant payment.
- Check Your Payment Method: Confirm that your preferred payment method (e.g., bank deposit, e-wallet, social card) is still valid and active. If you need to change your payment method, contact SASSA well in advance of the payment date.
- Plan Accordingly: Once you know the payment dates, plan your finances accordingly to avoid any financial hardships.
- Monitor SASSA Announcements: Keep an eye on SASSA’s official website, social media channels, and local news for any updates or announcements regarding payment date changes.
Additional Tips
- Be Patient: Grant payments can sometimes take a few days to process. If you haven’t received your payment on the expected date, don’t panic. Contact SASSA for clarification. Even if your SASSA status shows “Payment Processed” it may take 2-3 days to process payment in your account.
- Report Issues Promptly: If you encounter problems related to fraud and you think your phone number changed without your permission, report to SASSA immediately. The sooner you report the issue, the faster it can be resolved.
- Stay Informed: Stay updated with the latest news and announcements from SASSA to ensure you have all the necessary information regarding grant payments.