The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has officially confirmed the social grant payment dates for June 2025. Millions of South Africans rely on these monthly grant payments for essential financial support, and knowing the exact dates is critical for proper budgeting and planning.
Confirmed SASSA Payment Dates for June 2025
SASSA distributes over 18 million permanent social grants every month, as well as approximately 8 million Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grants. Below are the confirmed SASSA payment dates for June 2025:
- Older Persons Grant: Tuesday, 3 June 2025
- Disability Grant: Wednesday, 4 June 2025
- Children’s Grants: Thursday, 5 June 2025
These dates apply to all qualifying grant recipients who receive payments via bank deposit, SASSA card, mobile money transfer, or selected retailers.
SASSA Grant Amounts for 2025
As of June 2025, SASSA has confirmed the following grant payment amounts:
- Older Persons Grant: R2,315
- War Veterans Grant: R2,335
- Disability Grant: R2,315
- Care Dependency Grant: R2,315
- Foster Child Grant: R1,250
- Child Support Grant: R560
- Child Support Grant Top-Up:Additional R250
- Grant-in-Aid: R560
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These amounts reflect the increases announced by Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana in March 2025 and reaffirmed in the mid-year budget speech.
SRD Grant Payment Dates for May 2025
Although the SRD grant (Social Relief of Distress) is a temporary support measure, it continues to assist nearly 8 million people in need. SASSA confirmed the SRD grant payment window for May 2025 is:
- 23 May – 28 May 2025
Beneficiaries are advised to perform a SASSA SRD status check on the official SRD website to verify their individual payment date. Payments will reflect in bank accounts shortly after processing.
How to Check Your SASSA Grant Status
To stay updated on your grant status and payment date, visit the official SASSA SRD website or use the Moya app. Regular status checks help ensure that your grant is being processed and paid correctly.