SASSA Payment Dates For October 2024 – Latest Dates!
As an SASSA grant recipient, you will receive your payments for this month from Wednesday, October 02, 2024.
You can get your disability grant on October 03, the Child Support, Foster Child, Care Dependency Grant, and the War Veterans Grant on October 04, 2024.
Similarly, you can collect the SRD 370 grant in the last week of October 2024 after checking your grant payment status through the SASSA website.Â
You can receive your grant through different ways such as a bank account, SASSA card, SASSA-Partnered retail stores, and Post Office branches.
I will explain the precautionary measures to follow while obtaining the grant and other relevant information. Let’s read the details of the SASSA October 2024 grant payment dates.
A Complete Timeline for SASSA Payment Dates for October 2024
SASSA has already announced the grant payment schedule for October 2024 in all the grant types. However, you can check the payment date for your specific grant in the below disbursement plan:
Grant Payment Date of Old Persons
You can get your Old Persons Grant and other associated grants (Such as Grant-in-Aid) on Wednesday, October 02, 2024.
Disability Grant Payment Date
On Thursday, October 03, 2024, you can receive your monthly Disability Grant from SASSA, and you will get the Grant-In-Aid on the same day.Â
The Child Support, Foster Child, and Care Dependency Grant Payment Date
If you receive the Child Support, Foster Child, and Care Dependency Grant, you can collect your payment on Friday, October 04, 2024.Â
Grant Payment Date for the War Veterans
The War Veterans Grant recipients can obtain their payment on Friday, October 04, 2024.Â
SRD R370 (Previously R350) Payment Date
You can withdraw your R370 grant money in the last week of October. Please check your SASSA status to know the exact payment date.Â
SASSA Grant Payment Timetable
You can check the payment date and amount of your specific grant type in this table:
| Grant Type | Grant Amount | Payment Date |
| Old Age Grant (60 to 75) | R2,190 | 02/10/2024 |
| Old Age Grant (75 & Above) | R2,210 | 02/10/2024 |
| Disability Grant | R2,190 | 03/10/2024 |
| Child Support Grant | R530 | 04/10/2024 |
| War Veterans Grant | R2,210 | 04/10/2024 |
| Care Dependency Grant | R2,190 | 04/10/2024 |
| Foster Child Grant | R1,180 | 04/10/2024 |
| SRD R370 Grant (Formerly R350) | R370 | Last Week of October, 2024 |
What are the Payment Methods to Get Your SASSA Grant in October 2024?
After determining the payment date, you should know the grant payment method. So, you can get your grant money through the only payment method chosen in the SASSA grant application. I will explain below all the four methods individually.
1. Receive Grant Payment in Your Bank Account
You will get your grant money in your bank account if you have selected bank transfer as your payment method in the SASSA grant application. You can withdraw the amount through an ATM card or from the nearest bank branch. Â
2. SASSA Card as Your Grant Payment Method
If you do not want to get your payments through a bank account, you can withdraw it with a SASSA card on the scheduled date if you selected it on your grant application. You can use your nearest ATM or SASSA-Partnered retail stores.
3. Getting Grant Money through the SASSA-Partnered Retail Stores
Another way to collect your grant money is from SASSA-partnered retailers such as Boxer, Pick n Pay, Shoprite, or SPAR if you have chosen them as your grant payment method in the grant application.
You will need your South African ID Card and SASSA-registered phone number to confirm your identity while receiving the payment from these stores.
4. Receiving Grant Payment from the South African Post Office (SAPO)
If you do not get a grant with all the above methods, you can get it from the South African Post Office (SAPO) if you have chosen it as your payment method in the SASSA grant application.
Please visit your nearby SAPO branch with your ID and registered phone number to get payment on the planned day.
Note: It is mandatory to enter your correct details, such as your bank account number and phone number, in the grant application to get your payment without any problem.
Protecting Your Grant Money
Knowing only your grant payment method is not enough. You need to also know to protect your grant money to avoid any loss. Please always consider the following precautions to keep your grant secure:
Conclusion
In conclusion, knowing the SASSA grant payment dates for October 2024 can help you plan ahead and access your funds on time. From Old Age Grants on October 2 to SRD grants in the last week, ensure you follow the correct payment methods and protect your information. Remember, you can receive your grants through a bank account, SASSA card, partnered stores, or the Post Office. Stay alert for potential scams and always safeguard your grant details for a smooth payment experience.
