SASSA Payment Dates September-Oct 2024: New Payment Amount and Schedule Check

The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) provides social grants to eligible citizens as a form of financial assistance. These grants are accessible only if applicants meet the income and asset thresholds set by the authorities. Each grant type has specific maximum income limits, and individuals within these limits can apply for social assistance to meet their basic needs.

SASSA Payment Dates August-September 2024

SASSA offers several types of grants, each with its own criteria, amount, and documentation requirements. This article covers everything you need to know about the SASSA payment schedule for the upcoming month. New claimants should carefully read all the conditions of the specific SASSA grants and the amounts disbursed to recipients.

Disability Grant

• Eligibility: Individuals aged 18 to 59 years with severe disabilities.
• Current Amount: R2,180
• Upcoming Change: Increase to R2,190 from October 2024.

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Foster Child Grant

• Eligibility: Foster parents caring for a child.
• Current Amount: R1,180
• Recent Increase: Approximately R50.

Older Person Grant

• Eligibility: Individuals aged 60 years and above.
• Current Amount: R2,080
• Upcoming Change: Increase by R100 in two phases (R90 in April and R10 in October 2024).

Child Support Grant

• Eligibility: Primary caregivers of children.
• Current Amount: R510
• Upcoming Change: Increase by R20 from October 2024.

Care Dependency Grant

• Eligibility: Caregivers of children with severe disabilities.
• Current Amount: R2,180
• Upcoming Change: Increase by R100 in two phases (R90 in April and R10 in October 2024).

SASSA Payment Dates and Latest Updates

In response to the rising cost of living, South Africa’s Finance Minister, Enoch Godongwana, has announced adjustments to the permanent grants. The changes are as follows:

• Old Age, Disability, War Veterans, and Care Dependency Grants: The rates will increase by R100. Implementing the new rates will take place in two phases: R90 initially in April and the remaining R10 in October 2024.
• Foster Child Grant: Increased by approximately R50.
• Child Support Grant: Increased by R20 from October 2024.

Payment Collection Advice

Recipients are advised to visit the nearest ATMs to collect their payments on the day following the disbursement. Visiting the ATMs immediately after the payment is credited may result in congestion due to many claimants.

SASSA New Payment Amounts for 2024

SASSA grants are typically funded monthly, directly into the recipient’s bank account or through the selected payment mode during the application process. The payment amounts vary based on the grant type and the individual’s eligibility. Here are the current monthly grant amounts for August 2024:

Upcoming Changes

• Disability Grant: Currently R2,180 for claimants aged 18 to 59 years with severe disabilities. This amount will increase to R2,190 starting from October 2024. However, considering the rising cost of living, this adjustment may seem minimal to recipients.

SASSA Payment Schedule

August 2024 Payment Dates

The grant payments from SASSA in August 2024 will be distributed earlier than usual, particularly for recipients of the Old Age Grant. However, those receiving the Disability Grant and Child Support Grant should anticipate delayed payments. The payment timetable is as follows:

September 2024 Payment Dates

The form-filling procedure can be initiated at the local SASSA office or online through the SASSA portal. Initially, the application is screened, followed by an assessment before making the final decision. Here are the payment dates for September 2024:

Claiming SASSA Grants

To claim SASSA grants, contact the Social Security Administrative office by phone or in person. If you are eligible for the grant payment but did not receive it on the stated dates, contact SASSA executives at 0800 60 10 11.

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