SASSA Official Schedule
SASSA Payment Dates for December 2026
December payments are traditionally scheduled earlier in the month to facilitate holiday planning and avoid pay point congestion before the festive season.
Payment schedule breakdown
- Older Persons Grants
- Wednesday, 2 December 2026
- Disability Grants
- Thursday, 3 December 2026
- Children's Grants
- Friday, 4 December 2026
SRD R370 Window: 18 December 2026 – 23 December 2026. SRD payments do not pay on the permanent grant days.
Approved grant amounts
| Grant category | Monthly amount (ZAR) |
|---|---|
| Older Persons Grant (under 75) | R2 400 |
| Older Persons Grant (75+) | R2 420 |
| Disability Grant | R2 400 |
| Child Support Grant | R580 |
| Foster Child Grant | R1 290 |
| SRD R370 Grant | R370 |
Important rules for grant recipients
- ✓ No expiration: Your grant remains in your account. You do not have to withdraw all your money on the first day.
- ✓ Free till point cashout: Swiping and withdrawing at Shoprite, Checkers, Boxer, and Pick n Pay is free of ATM withdrawal charges.
- ✗ Beware of scammers: SASSA officials will NEVER ask for your PIN, card digits, or OTP via phone or SMS.
Need to appeal a rejected SASSA grant?
If your application was declined or failed the means test, you have a legal right to submit an appeal to the Department of Social Development Independent Tribunal within 90 days.
Frequently asked questions
Frequently asked questions
Why are December SASSA payments scheduled earlier?Toggle answer
SASSA releases December funds earlier so that beneficiaries can purchase food and transport before retailers and bank branches experience peak holiday rushes.
When will SRD R370 pay in December 2026?Toggle answer
SRD payments are typically processed between 18 and 23 December 2026 before Christmas.