SASSA Social Grant Payment Dates 2026/2027: Full Schedule and Increases
The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) announced the SASSA social grant payment dates 2026/2027 on March 23, 2026, right after National Treasury approved them on March 20. This news brings clear relief to millions of grant beneficiaries who depend on these payments each month. The schedule lays out exact dates, payment rules, grant increases starting in April, and steps for help if payments go wrong.
SASSA starts the year with payments in April 2026 for older persons on the 2nd, disability grants on the 7th, and children’s grants on the 8th. May follows a similar pattern, with older persons paid on the 5th, disability grants on the 6th, and children’s grants on the 7th. Here are those key dates for quick reference:
- April 2026: Older persons – 2 April; Disability – 7 April; Children’s grants – 8 April
- May 2026: Older persons – 5 May; Disability – 6 May; Children’s grants – 7 May
SASSA aims to pay grants early each month. They spread payments over three days for smooth handling. In most cases, old age grants come on the 2nd, disability grants on the 3rd, and children’s grants on the 4th. This pattern helps the National Payment System work well and lets people access funds fast.
SASSA picks dates with care to avoid problems. They skip the day after a holiday. Payments never fall on the 1st of the month or a Monday. Dates also stay away from weekends. If a date lands on a weekend or public holiday, SASSA shifts it to the next working day. These rules keep things running smoothly for everyone.
From April 2026, grants will rise as the Minister of Finance noted in his Budget Speech last month. The table below shows the new amounts and increases:
| Grant Type | New Amount | Increase |
|---|---|---|
| Older Persons, Disability, Care Dependency | R2 400 | R80 |
| War Veterans | R2 420 | R80 |
| Foster Child | R1 290 | R40 |
| Child Support, Grant-In-Aid | R580 | R20 |
SASSA promises to pay all eligible beneficiaries on time each month. If a grant does not arrive on the set date, people should head to their nearest SASSA office for help. For the full SASSA social grant payment dates 2026/2027 schedule, check this link: full social grant payment dates.
Need assistance? Visit your local SASSA office if payments are late.