If you depend on a SASSA grant to keep your household running, August 2025 brings an important update you can’t afford to miss. The South African Social Security Agency is enforcing stricter income rules, and if your monthly earnings go above R8,070 (for singles) or R16,140 (for couples), you could lose your grant after August 15, 2025. Here’s everything you need to know about the updated payment dates, amounts, and eligibility.
Grants Affected
SASSA manages several grants, each with its own rules. Here’s a breakdown:
Older Persons Grant – For citizens or permanent residents aged 60+, paying R2,310 (ages 60–74) and R2,330 (75+). Income must not exceed R8,070 per month for singles or R16,140 for couples. Asset limits are R1,372,800 (single) and R2,745,600 (couple).
Disability Grant – For those unable to work for at least six months due to a physical or mental disability. Pays R2,315 per month. Same income and asset rules as the Older Persons Grant apply.
Child Support Grant – R510 per child per month. The income threshold depends on household size, but exceeding it could disqualify you.
SRD R370 Grant – For unemployed South Africans aged 18–59 with no other income above R595 per month. Bank accounts are monitored for deposits.
Other Grants – Includes Foster Child Grant (R1,250 per child), Care Dependency Grant (R2,310 per child), Grant-in-Aid (R560), and War Veterans Grant (R2,330). Most follow the same income and asset rules as above.
Payment Dates – August 2025
SASSA pays out grants in a staggered schedule:
| Grant Type | Payment Date |
|---|---|
| Older Persons Grant | 5 August 2025 |
| Disability Grant | 6 August 2025 |
| Children’s Grants | 7 August 2025 |
| SRD Grant | Between 25–31 August 2025 (check SASSA portal) |
Grant Amounts in August 2025
| Grant Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Older Persons (60–74) | R2,310 |
| Older Persons (75+) | R2,330 |
| Disability Grant | R2,315 |
| Child Support Grant | R510 per child |
| Foster Child Grant | R1,250 per child |
| Care Dependency Grant | R2,310 per child |
| Grant-in-Aid | R560 |
| War Veterans Grant | R2,330 |
| SRD Grant | R370 |
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for most SASSA grants, you must:
- Be a South African citizen, permanent resident, or recognised refugee, living in South Africa.
- Meet age requirements (60+ for Older Persons Grant, 18–59 for SRD, under 18 for Child Support).
- Earn less than R8,070 per month (single) or R16,140 (married) for most grants; under R595 for SRD.
- Own assets below the set limits.
- Not receive more than one SASSA grant at a time.
- For Disability Grant, provide a recent medical assessment confirming inability to work.
How to Check Eligibility
- Visit the SASSA status check portal and enter your ID and registered phone number.
- Keep your banking details updated to avoid missed payments.
- Respond promptly to review notices—ignoring them can lead to suspension.
- If declined, you have 90 days to appeal via the online portal or at a SASSA office.
Scam Prevention Tips
- Only use official SASSA sites and numbers, such as 0800 60 10 11.
- Keep your SASSA card and PIN secure.
- Avoid accepting “help” at ATMs or from strangers at pay points.
- Watch out for fake websites mimicking SASSA pages.
Payments are due on the 5th (Older Persons), 6th (Disability), and 7th (Children’s) of August 2025, with SRD payments spread from the 25th to 31st. Check your status early, keep your information updated, and respond to reviews to avoid interruptions.
FAQs
What is the income limit for SASSA in 2025?
R8,070 for singles, R16,140 for couples.
When is the Older Persons Grant paid in August 2025?
5 August 2025.
How much is the SRD grant in 2025?
R370 per month.
Where can I check my SASSA payment date?
On the SASSA portal srd.sassa.gov.za.
What happens if I exceed the income limit?
Your grant may be suspended.
