SASSA Social Grant Payment Dates for December 2024: What You Should Know

The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has released the payment schedule for December 2024, confirming that millions of social welfare beneficiaries will receive their grants in the first week of the month.

Payment Dates for December 2024:

• Older Persons Grant – Wednesday, December 3
• Disability Grant – Thursday, December 4
• Children’s Grant – Friday, December 5

Grant Amounts:

• Older Persons Grant (60-75 years), Disability Grant, and Care Dependency Grant – R2,190
• Older Persons (75+ years) and War Veterans – R2,210
• Foster Care Grant – R1,180
• Child Support Grant – R530
• Grant In Aid – R530
• Social Relief of Distress (SRD) Grant – R370

While there is no official payment date for the SRD grant, recipients typically receive it starting from the 25th of each month. For December, payments will be processed between December 17-23, with recipients expected to receive their funds before December 25.

Important Reminders for Grant Recipients:

• Ensure your contact information is updated with SASSA to avoid any delays in receiving SMS notifications about your payments.
• Be vigilant and avoid sharing personal details on social media. SASSA does not request OTP codes for grants via WhatsApp.

Stay informed to ensure a smooth payment process this festive season.

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