SASSA Official Schedule
SASSA Payment Dates for January 2027
January 2027 payment dates follow the standard calendar pattern after the New Year public holidays. First payment falls on Tuesday 5 January 2027.
Payment schedule breakdown
- Older Persons Grants
- Tuesday, 5 January 2027
- Disability Grants
- Wednesday, 6 January 2027
- Children's Grants
- Thursday, 7 January 2027
SRD R370 Window: 25 January 2027 – 29 January 2027. 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
When does SASSA pay in January 2027?Toggle answer
Payments begin on Tuesday 5 January 2027 for older persons, Wednesday 6 January for disability grants, and Thursday 7 January for child support.