SASSA Old Age Grant: Eligibility, Application Process, Status Check, & Payment Dates
South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) Old Age Grant is launched to provide financial support to elderly South African Citizens who are comfortably living their golden years of life. This grant ensures that the elders comfortably support their basic needs, such as food, clothes, accommodation, etc.
SASSA Old Age Grant offers R2,180 per month to all their eligible beneficiaries who are 60 or older, and for 75+, SASSA will provide financial aid of R2,200 per month. This financial aid amount will be deposited to all eligible older-age beneficiaries on the announced date of payment.
In this article, I will be sharing the complete information about the Old Age Grant, its application process and eligibility. Moreover, this article will share all the information you need to know before applying for Old Age Grant:
Who Qualifies for SASSA Old Age Grant?
Old Age Grant is provided to all 60 or older South African Citizens, to ensure all low-income seniors live their golden years of living comfortably. This financial aid guarantees that they won’t have to struggle for their basic needs in life. Below I have shared the eligibility criteria for the SASSA Older Person Grant:
Documents Required for Old Age Grant
If you found that you are eligible to apply for the grant, then the following are the documents you need to prepare before starting the SASSA Old Age Grant application process:
How Much Is SASSA Old Age Grant Amount?
How much amount you will receive as an Old Age Grant beneficiary, is dependent on how old you are, like:
- Beneficiaries 60 or Older will receive R2,180 per month.
- 75+ aged Beneficiaries will receive R2,200 per month.
Receiving R2,180 per month makes old age people happier because they can comfortably support all their expenses in their golden years of life. Beneficiaries can also choose to live in the Old Age Homes if they need accommodation, they will be provided all the care they need in such homes. But this will require a cut in your old age grant payment.
How To Apply for SASSA Old Age Grant?
To apply for the Older Person grant, you will need to find the nearest SASSA office in your area. Find out the operating hours of the branch you are planning to visit and carry all the documents I have shared above. Then, follow all the steps shared below for the SASSA Old Age Grant application process:
After submitting your Old Age grant application form, you have to wait patiently because SASSA will take from some weeks to months to review and verify your application. You will receive an SMS notification when there is a update to share on your application. So, make sure to regularly check your Old Age Grant application status through the official SASSA porta.
SASSA Older Person Grant Payment Dates for 2024
SASSA Grant Payment Date is not fixed, due to millions of beneficiaries and multiple grant types available. Each month SASSA announces payment dates for upcoming month’s payment date at the end of the current month. Dates are vary depending on the grant type you are receiving. For older person grant, below is the complete payment schedule for 2024:
| Month | Older Persons Grant |
|---|---|
| January 2024 | 03/01/2024 |
| February 2024 | 02/02/2024 |
| March 2024 | 05/03/2024 |
| April 2024 | 03/04/2024 |
| May 2024 | 03/05/2024 |
| June 2024 | 04/06/2024 |
| July 2024 | 04/07/2024 |
| August 2024 | 02/08/2024 |
| September 2024 | 05/09/2024 |
| October 2024 | 03/10/2024 |
| November 2024 | 02/11/2024 |
| December 2024 | 01/12/2024 |
| January 2025 | 03/01/2025 |
| February 2025 | 04/02/2025 |
| March 2025 | 04/03/2025 |
How to Check SASSA Old Age Grant Status?
When you submitted your SASSA Old Age Grant application, it is recommeded to keep an eye on your applicant status. However, you will receive the SMS notifcation from SASSA when there is any update on your application. Follow the below shared step-by-step process to check Old Age Grant status:
If your application status is shown “Approved”, then you will receive your grant payment from the next scheduled date. But if it is “Declined” and your belive that you are eligible for the grant then you can file an appeal on your declined application.
SASSA Old Age Grant Balance Check Online
If you are approved for the Old Age Grant and receiving your grant payments, use the following step-by-step process to check your SASSA Oldl Age Grant Balance:
Check SASSA Older Age Grant Balance via USSD Codes
- Open the call application in your phone, this is the same app you always use to make calls. type *120*69277# and press the call icon to make call.
- Enter your South African ID number and registered mobile number.
- Your Old Age Grant balance will be sent through SMS on your mobile number.
Check Old Age Balance via SASSA Card
- Find the nearest ATM in your area, don’t forget to carry your SASSA Card along with you.
- Put your SASSA Card into the ATM machine and enter your SASSA PIN when prompt.
- There will be some options appeared on the ATM’s display, choose “Check Balance” or “Balance Inquiry” to find your balance.
- Your grant balance will be displayed on the ATM screen.
FAQs
Who can apply for the SASSA Old Age Grant?
Old Age Grant provides financial support to all the 60+ old South African Citizen, or Refugees, who are struggling financially to support their basic needs. This grant ensures that they spent their golden years of life comfortably.
What is the Means Test?
SASSA Means Test is the process SASSA used to evalute applicants’ income and assets to determine whether they are eligible for receiving grant they are applying for or not.
How do I apply for the SASSA Old Age Grant?
You can apply for the Old Age grant by visiting the nearest SASSA office in-person or you can also apply through the official SASSA Portal online.
What documents do I need to apply?
Following are the documents needed for the SASSA Old Age application process:
1. Your 13-digit bar-coded South African identity card
2. Proof of residence such as your Utility bill, Bank Statement, Muncipal Account Statement, etc.
3. Proof of Income if you are receiving income from any source
4. Provide your spouse ID proof if you are married
5. Provide your marriage certificate (if applicable)
How can I check the status of my application?
You can check your application status through the online portal via this link https://srd.sassa.gov.za/sc19/status and provide your SA ID & Mobile number to check your application status.
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