How to change SRD phone number?

To change your SRD phone number, visit the official SASSA SRD website. Select the option to update contact details, enter your South African ID number, verify using the OTP sent to your old or new number, and submit the changes.

How to change SRD phone number without application ID?

You can change your SRD phone number without application ID by using your South African ID number on the official SRD portal. SASSA will verify your identity before updating your contact details.

How to check SRD status?

To check your SRD status, go to the SASSA SRD website and enter your South African ID number and registered phone number. You can also use WhatsApp, SMS, or call SASSA for a SRD status check.

How do I change my SRD phone number?

If your phone number has changed or been lost, update it on the official SRD website to continue receiving OTPs, payment updates, and SASSA SRD status notifications.

How to appeal SASSA SRD grant?

If your SRD status is declined, you can submit an appeal on the SRD website. Appeals must be submitted within the allowed timeframe and are reviewed by SASSA.

How to cancel SRD grant?

You can cancel your SRD grant by logging into the SRD portal and selecting the cancellation option. This is useful if you no longer qualify or receive income.

How to change SRD banking details?

To change your SRD banking details, log into the official SRD website and update your bank account or payment method. Payments will only be made after verification is complete.

How to apply for SRD grant?

You can apply for the SRD grant online by completing the application form on the SASSA SRD website and providing accurate personal and contact information.

How much is SRD grant now?

The current value of the SASSA SRD grant is R370 per month, subject to government review and eligibility checks.

SASSA Grant Payment Dates 2026: Old Age, Disability & Child Support (Full Schedule)

Knowing your SASSA grant payment date means the difference between planning your month properly and being caught off guard. This page shows the complete official payment schedule for the 2026 financial year, covering the Old Age Grant, Disability Grant, and Child Support Grant — with the exact confirmed dates from April 2026 through March 2027.

Important: Updated Grant Amounts From April 2026

Before the schedule, note that SASSA increased grant amounts from April 2026 following the Budget Speech announcement. The new amounts are:

Grant	New Monthly Amount
Old Age Grant (60–74 years)	R2 400
Old Age Grant (75 years and older)	R2 400
Disability Grant	R2 400
Care Dependency Grant	R2 400
War Veterans Grant	R2 420
Foster Child Grant	R1 290
Child Support Grant	R580 per child
Grant-in-Aid	R580

These increases took effect from 1 April 2026 and apply to all payments in the 2026 financial year.

How SASSA Payment Dates Work

SASSA pays grants in a staggered three-day cycle every month. This is done deliberately to manage the volume of people collecting money at ATMs, retailers, and Post Office branches.

The order is always the same:

Day 1 — Old Age Grant (and War Veterans Grant): Older persons are paid first, usually on the 2nd of the month or the first available business day
Day 2 — Disability Grant (and Care Dependency Grant): Paid the next business day after the Old Age Grant
Day 3 — Child Support Grant (and Foster Child Grant, Grant-in-Aid): Paid the third business day of the cycle

If a payment date falls on a weekend or public holiday, SASSA moves the payment to the next available working day. This is why some months have slightly later dates than others.

Complete SASSA Payment Schedule: April 2026 to March 2027

This is the official schedule confirmed by SASSA and approved by National Treasury on 20 March 2026.

Month	Old Age Grant	Disability Grant	Child Support Grant
April 2026	2 April	7 April	8 April
May 2026	5 May	6 May	7 May
June 2026	2 June	3 June	4 June
July 2026	2 July	3 July	6 July
August 2026	4 August	5 August	6 August
September 2026	2 September	3 September	4 September
October 2026	2 October	5 October	6 October
November 2026	3 November	4 November	5 November
December 2026	2 December	3 December	4 December
January 2027	5 January	6 January	7 January
February 2027	2 February	3 February	4 February
March 2027	2 March	3 March	4 March

Note: The April 2026 Disability and Child Support Grant dates (7 and 8 April) are slightly later than usual because 3 April and 4 April fell on the Easter long weekend (public holidays).

Monthly Breakdown With Practical Tips

April 2026

Old Age Grant: 2 April (Thursday)
Disability Grant: 7 April (Tuesday) — delayed due to Easter holidays
Child Support Grant: 8 April (Wednesday) — delayed due to Easter holidays

Easter public holidays (Good Friday 3 April, Family Day 7 April) pushed the Disability and Children's grant dates later than usual this month.

May 2026

Old Age Grant: 5 May (Tuesday)
Disability Grant: 6 May (Wednesday)
Child Support Grant: 7 May (Thursday)

May dates are slightly later than usual because 1 May is Workers' Day (public holiday) and 2–4 May fell over the weekend.

June 2026

Old Age Grant: 2 June (Tuesday)
Disability Grant: 3 June (Wednesday)
Child Support Grant: 4 June (Thursday)

June follows the standard pattern — one of the earliest payment cycles of the year.

July 2026

Old Age Grant: 2 July (Thursday)
Disability Grant: 3 July (Friday)
Child Support Grant: 6 July (Monday)

Child Support Grant shifts to Monday 6 July because 4–5 July falls on a weekend.

August 2026

Old Age Grant: 4 August (Tuesday)
Disability Grant: 5 August (Wednesday)
Child Support Grant: 6 August (Thursday)

August starts on a Saturday, shifting all dates slightly forward.

September 2026

Old Age Grant: 2 September (Wednesday)
Disability Grant: 3 September (Thursday)
Child Support Grant: 4 September (Friday)

September follows the standard three-day cycle with no disruptions.

October 2026

Old Age Grant: 2 October (Friday)
Disability Grant: 5 October (Monday)
Child Support Grant: 6 October (Tuesday)

Disability Grant shifts to Monday because 3–4 October falls on a weekend.

November 2026

Old Age Grant: 3 November (Tuesday)
Disability Grant: 4 November (Wednesday)
Child Support Grant: 5 November (Thursday)

November shifts one day later as 1 November falls on a Sunday and 2 November is the recovery day.

December 2026

Old Age Grant: 2 December (Wednesday)
Disability Grant: 3 December (Thursday)
Child Support Grant: 4 December (Friday)

December follows the standard cycle. Note that Christmas and New Year public holidays fall later in the month and do not affect these payment dates.

January 2027

Old Age Grant: 5 January (Tuesday)
Disability Grant: 6 January (Wednesday)
Child Support Grant: 7 January (Thursday)

January dates shift forward as 1 January (New Year's Day) and 2–4 January fall over a weekend and recovery day.

February 2027

Old Age Grant: 2 February (Tuesday)
Disability Grant: 3 February (Wednesday)
Child Support Grant: 4 February (Thursday)

February follows the standard three-day cycle with no disruptions.

March 2027

Old Age Grant: 2 March (Tuesday)
Disability Grant: 3 March (Wednesday)
Child Support Grant: 4 March (Thursday)

March 2027 is the final month of the 2026 financial year grant schedule. The SRD grant has also been confirmed to run until 31 March 2027.

Where Can You Collect Your SASSA Grant?

SASSA grants can be accessed through several channels:

Bank account — payment is deposited directly if you have banking details registered with SASSA
Postbank card (Black Card) — withdraw at ATMs, Post Office branches, or participating retailers
Retail stores — Pick n Pay, Shoprite, Checkers, Boxer, Spar, and Woolworths are all authorised pay points

You do not need to collect your money on the exact payment date. Funds remain available in your account or on your SASSA card until you withdraw them. There is no deadline to collect.

Tips to Avoid Long Queues

Payment days — especially the first two or three days of each month — are typically very busy at ATMs and retail pay points. Here are some practical tips:

Wait a day or two after your payment date if possible. Queues are significantly shorter after the first rush.
Use an ATM instead of a retail pay point where possible — ATMs are often less crowded in off-peak hours.
Check your balance before going out to confirm your payment has been processed. You can do this via SMS, your banking app, or by calling your bank.
Keep your SASSA card and PIN secure at all times. Never share your PIN with anyone, including family members.
Avoid peak hours (mornings and lunchtimes on payment day) by going later in the afternoon or the following day.

What If Your Payment Is Late?

If your grant has not been paid by the end of the day after your scheduled payment date, check the following:

Confirm your banking details or card details are correct on the SASSA system
Check that your grant has not been suspended or put under review
Contact SASSA on the toll-free helpline: 0800 601 011
Visit your nearest SASSA office if the issue cannot be resolved by phone

Late payments can happen due to banking system delays, public holidays, or account verification issues. Most delayed payments resolve within 24–48 hours.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do payment dates change every year?
Yes. SASSA releases an official payment schedule for each financial year (April to March). The dates are adjusted each year to account for weekends and public holidays.

Are Old Age and Disability Grant dates always the same?
Not always. While the general principle is Old Age on the 2nd, Disability on the 3rd, and Children's grants on the 4th, dates shift when those days fall on weekends or public holidays.

Does my money expire if I don't collect it?
No. Your grant money remains available in your account or on your SASSA card indefinitely. There is no expiry date for collecting your payment.

Can I get paid at any retail store?
You can collect at any authorised SASSA pay point retailer — Pick n Pay, Shoprite, Checkers, Boxer, Spar, and Woolworths. You will need your SASSA card and PIN.

What if I moved and my address changed?
SASSA payment dates are not affected by your address. However, if you need to update your personal details, contact SASSA on 0800 601 011 or visit your nearest SASSA office.