SASSA Grant Payment Dates for December 2025

Understanding the South African social assistance system can be tough. It’s crucial to stay informed about your SASSA (South African Social Security Agency) grants’ payment dates to plan effectively. This guide presents the key SASSA grant payment dates set for December 2025.

Regardless of whether you receive an Older Person’s Grant, Disability Grant, Child Support Grant, or any other welfare payment, this resource will help you comprehend your December disbursement schedule. Having this information at hand will enable you to budget accurately, ensuring you have enough funds to cover your expenses during the festive season.

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SASSA Grant Payment Dates for December 2025

  • Older Persons Grant – Friday, 1 December 2025
  • Disability Grant – Monday, 4 December 2025
  • Children’s Grant – Tuesday, 5 December 2025

Older Person’s Grant Payment Date

The Older Person’s Grant (OPG) is consistently paid on the 1st of every month. 

Therefore, OPG recipients can expect their funds for December 2025 on Friday, 1 December. To qualify, applicants must be over 60 years old. The current monthly OPG amount is R2,010 for those aged 60-75, while beneficiaries over 75 receive R2,160.

Any other SASSA grants linked to the OPG recipient’s account will also be paid on the 1st. For instance, a caregiver’s Child Support Grant deposited into their elderly parent’s account follows the OPG’s payment schedule.

Disability Grant Payment Date

The Disability Grant is disbursed on the 4th of each month. 

In December 2025, Disability Grant recipients will receive their payments on Monday, 4 December. 

Applicants must provide medical assessments confirming their inability to work due to a disability to qualify for this grant. The standard monthly amount for the Disability Grant is R2,010, and other grants linked to the recipient’s account are also paid on the 4th.

Child Support and Other Grant Payment Dates

The remaining SASSA grants are scheduled for the 5th of each month. 

Thus, in December 2025, these will be paid out on Tuesday, 5 December. This group includes:

  • Child Support Grants
  • Foster Child Grants
  • Care Dependency Grants
  • War Veterans Grants

Child Support and Foster Child Grants pay R510 monthly. The Care Dependency Grant amount is R2,010, while War Veteran’s Grants range from R2,010 to R2,370 based on age.

Weekend and Holiday Payment Date Changes

If the scheduled payment date falls on a weekend or public holiday, funds are disbursed on the preceding Friday. 

For example, if the 5th is a Sunday, the Child Support Grant will be paid on Friday the 2nd instead. This policy applies to all grant types.

How Payment Dates Are Set

SASSA structures payment schedules each month by:

  • Prioritizing OPGs
  • Disbursing Disability Grants two days later
  • Issuing remaining grants two days after that

This approach ensures that the elderly and disabled receive their support first. The calendar remains standardized unless affected by weekends or holidays.

Confirming Your Precise December Dates

While this grant schedule remains fixed, you can confirm the exact dates for December 2025 through:

  • The SASSA website
  • Calling the SASSA helpline
  • Visiting your local SASSA office
  • SASSA social media announcements

These channels provide easy access to the latest payment calendar.

Avoiding Missed or Delayed Payments

To ensure your grants are paid on time, you should:

  • Confirm that your SASSA account details are up to date
  • Be aware of your grant type and associated date
  • Notify SASSA of any changes in your circumstances
  • Follow up if your funds don’t arrive on schedule

Actively managing your profile minimizes the chances of issues in receiving your essential support.

 With this comprehensive overview of all SASSA grant payment dates for December 2025, you can budget accurately and prepare for your crucial welfare funds. Stay updated on any potential date changes due to holidays and weekends, and consistently inform SASSA of any changes in your situation to guarantee stable and on-time delivery of your vital assistance.