The South African Social Security Agency (Sassa) has introduced the Postbank Black Card, giving grant beneficiaries two options for receiving their payments.
Sassa provides over 18 million permanent grants each month, including:
- Older Persons Grant
- Disability Grant
- War Veterans Grant
- Care Dependency Grant
- Foster Child Grant
- Child Support Grant & Top-Up
- Grant-in-Aid
How to Receive Your Sassa Grant
Beneficiaries can choose between the following payment methods:
1. Postbank Black Card
The Postbank Black Card is issued by Sassa’s appointed service provider and allows beneficiaries to withdraw cash and make purchases at ATMs and participating retailers.
2. Personal Bank Account
Beneficiaries can also have their grants deposited directly into their personal bank account. To set this up, they need to visit a Sassa office and provide:
- Proof of bank account (issued by the bank)
- Three months’ bank statements showing their name and account details
- Valid ID or temporary ID
They must also give written or electronic permission for Sassa to process payments. If they’re unable to do so, an alternative arrangement can be made.
How to Get a New Sassa Card
If you need a replacement Sassa card, follow these steps:
- Dial *120*355#
- Select option (1)
- Choose your province
A list of nearby locations issuing new Sassa cards will be provided.
What You Need to Collect Your New Sassa Card
When collecting a new card, beneficiaries must bring:
- Valid ID or temporary ID (for lost or expired IDs)
- Sassa proxy letter (if collecting on someone else’s behalf)
- Sassa approval letter (for asylum seekers)
Sassa Gold Cards Expiring Soon
Sassa has announced that all Sassa Gold Cards will expire at 5 PM on 20 March 2025. After this date, these cards will no longer work, even if they still contain funds.
To avoid payment disruptions, beneficiaries should replace their gold card with the Postbank Black Card or switch to a personal bank account before the deadline.
