The South African Social Security Agency (Sassa) has officially confirmed the SRD grant payment dates for 2025. This much-anticipated news brings a sigh of relief to many South Africans who depend on this financial aid to meet their basic needs.
To assist beneficiaries in planning their finances, Sassa has recently released the payment dates for the Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant during the first quarter of 2025.
SRD Grant Payment Dates for 2025
- January 2025: Payments will be made to approved applicants between 25 January and 31 January 2025.
- February 2025: Payments will be made to beneficiaries from 22 February until 28 February 2025.
- March 2025: Payments will be made to beneficiaries from 24 March until 29 March 2025.
It's crucial to remember that these are general payment windows. The exact payment date for each individual beneficiary will depend on Sassa's verification processes.
Check Your SRD Status Online
To confirm your specific payment date, Sassa strongly encourages all beneficiaries to check their SRD status online.
- Visit the official SRD website.
- Log in using your ID number and the mobile number used during your application.
- Enter the One-Time Pin (OTP) sent to your mobile phone for secure access.
- The website will then display the exact date your grant will be reflected in your bank account.
Payment Options
- Direct Bank Deposit: Approved beneficiaries can receive their SRD grant directly into their bank accounts.
- Cash Withdrawals: Alternatively, grants can be collected from various designated payment points, including ATMs and participating retailers such as Pick n Pay, Checkers, Shoprite, and Boxer stores.
Beneficiaries who were already approved for the SRD grant do not need to reapply.
Once the grant is deposited into your account, it will remain safely available for withdrawal at your convenience.
The current SRD grant is scheduled to conclude at the end of March 2025.