Don’t miss out this December: SASSA has confirmed all payment dates for the month, giving beneficiaries a clear timetable to plan for the festive season and early January expenses. With grants landing in the first week of December and the SRD window near month‑end, it is essential to know exactly when your money will be available and how to use it wisely.​

December 2025 SASSA Payment Calendar

For December 2025, SASSA is paying core social grants in the first week of the month so that beneficiaries can cover holiday and back‑to‑school costs without last‑minute stress. According to official schedules shared by government and SASSA channels, older persons, disability and children’s grants each have their own fixed payout day.​

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Here is a quick overview of the confirmed dates for the main grants in December 2025:​

• Older Persons Grants: Tuesday, 2 December 2025

  

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• Disability Grants: Wednesday, 3 December 2025

• Children’s Grants (including child support, foster child and care dependency): Thursday, 4 December 2025

  

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Detailed Grant Schedule And Amounts

Older persons grants are the first to be paid, giving pensioners extra time to budget for groceries, transport, and family gatherings over the festive period. SASSA has maintained the October 2025 increases, which means older beneficiaries aged 60–74 receive just over R2 300 per month, with a slightly higher amount for those 75 and above.​

On the next day, disability grants and care dependency grants are paid at the same core value as the younger old‑age grant, followed by children’s grants on the third payment day. Child support grants remain a few hundred rand per child, while foster child grants are above R1 200, backed by grant‑in‑aid for qualifying beneficiaries who need full‑time care.​

Data Table: December 2025 SASSA Grants

The table below brings together the key payment dates and typical grant amounts for December 2025 so that you can see everything at a glance. Values may vary slightly if future budget changes are announced, but this reflects the latest confirmed information for the month. Always confirm your exact grant status directly with SASSA before making big financial commitments.​

SASSA brings payments forward in December because of public holidays and heavier spending needs at the end of the year. Early payments help beneficiaries avoid long queues close to Christmas and reduce the risk of running completely out of money before the New Year.​​

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Another reason for the early schedule is the impact of banking holidays and limited operating hours at pay points, retailers and ATMs. When grants arrive in the first week, people can choose a quieter day to withdraw cash or swipe cards instead of rushing on the first morning.​​

How To Access Your December Grant Safely

Beneficiaries can receive their money in bank accounts, at approved retailers such as major supermarket chains, or at official SASSA pay points. Once the funds are deposited, they stay in your account until you withdraw them, so there is no need to collect the money on the exact payment day.​

SASSA repeatedly warns beneficiaries never to share their PIN, card or ID details with anyone claiming to “assist” at ATMs, shops or on the phone. Any request for a fee, card details or “activation payment” to release your grant is a scam and should be reported to SASSA or the police immediately.​

Smart Budgeting For A Longer Gap

Experts caution that the stretch between the December and early January payments can be longer than usual, sometimes up to five weeks. This means the December grant must cover not just holiday expenses but also early January costs like school uniforms, stationery and transport.​

To cope with this gap, many advisers recommend prioritising essentials such as food, electricity and transport first, then setting aside a portion for school and medical needs before spending on festive extras. Even small savings on non‑essential items can make a big difference by the end of the month.​

What To Do If Your Payment Is Late

If your grant does not reflect on the expected date, the first step is to wait a couple of working days and check your bank balance again, as some payments clear later in the day or the next morning. For SRD recipients, remember that payments are processed in batches within the 25–30 December window, so your date may be different from someone else’s.​​

If the money is still missing after this short wait, contact SASSA through its toll‑free helpline or visit your nearest office to confirm your banking details, ID information and grant status. Keeping your contact details up to date reduces the chance of delays and ensures you receive any important notifications about your grant.​

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FAQs

Q1: When will SASSA pay older persons grants in December 2025?
Older persons grants are scheduled for Tuesday, 2 December 2025.​

Q2: When do children’s grants get paid in December 2025?
Children’s grants, including child support and foster child grants, are due on Thursday, 4 December 2025.​

Q3: Is there one fixed date for the SRD R370 grant in December?
No, SRD payments are processed between 25 and 30 December 2025, and each beneficiary must check their individual status for an exact date.​​