The South African Social Security Agency (Sassa) has already confirmed the social grant payment dates for the rest of 2024. This includes payment dates for the various older persons grants distributed by the grant payment agency. Sassa Supports Vulnerable South Africans
Sassa distributes several different permanent grants to approximately 18 million financially vulnerable people living in South Africa. They include the Older Persons pension grant, Disability grant, War Veterans grant, Care Dependency grant, Foster Child grant, Child Support grant, Child Support grant Top-Up and Grant-in-aid.
Sassa Older Age Grant
The Older Persons Grant, also known as the Sassa pension, provides financial support to South Africans aged 60 and over who are no longer able to work. Sassa aims to distribute this grant, along with other linked grants, on the second day of each month.
Old Age Sassa Grant Payment Dates For The Rest Of 2024
- 4 June 2024
- 2 July 2024
- 2 August 2024
- 3 September 2024
- 2 October 2024
- 5 November 2024
- 3 December 2024
These payment dates are also for the beneficiaries of the War Veterans grant and the Older persons grant for individuals above 75 years old.
More About The Older Persons Grants
The maximum monthly grant amount for the Older Persons Grant is R2,180. However, if you are over the age of 75, you may be eligible for a slightly higher grant amount of R2,200.
To be eligible for the Older Persons Grant, you must meet several criteria. First, you must be a South African citizen, permanent resident, or refugee living permanently in South Africa. Additionally, you must be 60 years of age or older.
It's important to note that you cannot be receiving any other Sassa grants for yourself and cannot be residing in a state-funded institution.
A means test will also be conducted to determine your eligibility for the grant amount. This test considers your spouse's income and assets to determine your combined financial situation.
There are several ways to apply for the Older Persons Grant. You can visit your nearest Sassa office, apply online via the Sassa website, or have someone you designate submit the application on your behalf if you are unable to do so due to illness or age.
Home visits by Sassa officials can also be arranged for those who cannot visit an office in person.
