SASSA Payment Dates: October 2026
October 2026's payment cycle is spread further apart than usual because the 3rd and 4th fall on a weekend. The Older Persons and War Veterans grants are paid on Friday 2 October, Disability and Care Dependency follow on Monday 5 October, and Child Support and Foster Child grants are paid on Tuesday 6 October. SRD R370 payments are released in batches from 24 to 30 October.
October 2026 Payment Schedule — All Grants
| Grant Type | Payment Date | Amount (2026) |
|---|---|---|
| Older Persons Grant (Old Age Pension) | Friday, 2 October 2026 | R2,400 (60–74) / R2,420 (75+) |
| War Veterans Grant | Friday, 2 October 2026 | R2,420 per month |
| Grant-in-Aid | Friday, 2 October 2026 | R580 per month |
| Disability Grant | Monday, 5 October 2026 | R2,400 per month |
| Care Dependency Grant | Monday, 5 October 2026 | R2,400 per month |
| Child Support Grant | Tuesday, 6 October 2026 | R580 per child |
| Foster Child Grant | Tuesday, 6 October 2026 | R1,290 per month |
| SRD Grant (R370) | Batches from 24 to 30 October 2026 | R370 per month |
Why Are October's Payment Dates So Spread Out?
October 2026 opens on a Thursday, and the weekend falls on 3–4 October. SASSA never pays on a weekend, so each grant tier's date shifts forward to the next working day: Older Persons on Friday 2 October, Disability pushed past the weekend to Monday 5 October, and Child Support to Tuesday 6 October.
This wider-than-usual spread is specific to October's calendar — most months have the main grants paid within 2–3 days of each other.
SRD R370 Grant — October 2026
The SRD R370 grant does not follow the fixed early-month schedule. For October 2026, payments are released in batches on business days between 24 and 30 October 2026. Not all approved beneficiaries are paid on the same day.
Check your payment status at srd.sassa.gov.za or via USSD. You will also receive an SMS to your registered number when your payment is ready to collect.
Where to Collect in October 2026
Post Office and PostBank ATMs
- PostBank ATMs at Post Office branches are available 24/7.
- Post Office branches are open Mon–Fri 08:30–17:00 and Sat 09:00–13:00.
- No public holidays fall on the main October payment days (2, 5, and 6 October).
Community Pay Points
SASSA community pay points operate on the main October payment days (2, 5, and 6 October 2026). These mobile and fixed pay sites serve areas without easy access to banks or Post Offices.
Bring your SASSA card and original South African ID. SASSA will biometrically verify your identity. Arrive at pay points early — queues form quickly in the morning and tend to be shorter by mid-morning.
Banks and Retail Stores
- All major banks (ABSA, Standard Bank, Capitec, Nedbank, FNB) are open on the main payment days — 2, 5, and 6 October 2026.
- Capitec, Nedbank, and FNB branches in Shoprite malls are also open on Saturdays for those who cannot collect during the week.
- Cashback at Pick n Pay, Shoprite, Checkers, USave, and Boxer on purchases — no fees.
- Only withdraw what you need — do not store large amounts of cash at home.
What to Do If Your October Payment Is Missing
- Check your balance at an ATM or via USSD *120*3210# one day after the scheduled payment date.
- Call SASSA on 0800 60 10 11 (free call, Mon–Fri 08:00–16:00).
- WhatsApp SASSA on 082 046 8553 if you prefer messaging.
- Visit your nearest SASSA office with ID and SASSA card if the issue is not resolved by phone.
- Ask for a query reference number and follow up after 5 working days if not resolved.
- Update your banking details at a SASSA office if your account details have recently changed.
October Grant Safety Tips
- October marks the start of the festive spending season — be alert for increased opportunistic crime at ATMs and pay points.
- Never hand your card or PIN to anyone else, even to assist you.
- Use the SASSA balance check before going to the ATM to avoid an unnecessary trip.
- If you notice an ATM has been tampered with (e.g. loose card slot, suspicious device), do not use it — report it to the bank or SAPS.
- SASSA officials do not call you asking for your card details or OTP — hang up immediately if you receive such a call.
SASSA Contact Details
- Toll-free helpline: 0800 60 10 11
- WhatsApp: 082 046 8553
- Website: www.sassa.gov.za
- SRD portal: srd.sassa.gov.za