JUNE 2025 Social Grant Payouts by SASSA: Key Dates & Details

There is a big relief news for millions of needy citizens in South Africa – South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has announced the payment dates and amount of Social Security Grant for JUNE 2025. Along with this, an important notice has also been issued to change the SASSA Gold Card.

This article is very important for all those beneficiaries who depend on these government grants every month. Let us know in detail on which dates which grant will be paid in JUNE2025, what will be the amount of each grant, and what is the important information related to card update.

SASSA Grant payment schedule and amount for JUNE 2025

SASSA recommends that all beneficiaries avoid the first-day rush to withdraw their funds, as the funds will be available throughout the month.

Types of SASSA grants and their eligibility

1. Older Persons Grant:
   This is among citizens of South Africa of 60 years and above. Qualifying beneficiaries receive R2, 080 on a monthly basis.
2. Disability Grant:
   Individuals who cannot work due to a physical or mental disability receive this grant. The monthly amount is R2,080.
3. Child Support Grant:
   This is aimed at assisting carers of children under the age of 18. R500 per month is provided for each child.
4. Foster Child Grant:
   To provide financial support to foster parents, this grant is given at R1,070 per month.
5. Care Dependency Grant:
   This grant is given to parents caring for severely disabled children. The monthly amount is R2,190.
6. Grant-in-Aid:
   This additional R500 per month is given to those who need personal care and are already receiving the Aged, Disabled or War Veteran Grant.
7. War Veterans Grant:
   This grant is for soldiers who served in World War II or the Korean War. They receive R2,100 per month.
8. Social Relief of Distress (SRD) Grant:
   This is a temporary assistance of R350 per month to individuals suffering extreme financial hardship.

IMPORTANT NOTICE: SASSA GOLD CARD REPLACEMENT MANDATORY

SASSA has announced that beneficiaries who are still using the SASSA Gold Card must replace it with a Postbank Black Card before 20 JUNE 2025. Failure to do so may result in payment being stopped.

How to replace the card?

• Go to your nearest Postbank branch or authorised retailer.
• Bring your ID document and the old SASSA Gold Card.
• Complete the card replacement process as per the instructions provided.

Caution: SASSA warns that some people may commit fraud by posing as fake officials. Therefore replace cards only at authorised centres.

How to receive SASSA grant money?

Beneficiaries can withdraw their funds via:

• ATM machines (via SASSA or Postbank card)
• Retail outlets: Pick n Pay, Boxer, Checkers, Shoprite and Spar
• Postbank branches
• Directly into bank account (if linked to a bank)

Grant increase expected in April 2025

SASSA has indicated that the grant amount may increase from April 2025. It will be formally declared in a budget speech of 2025 on 12 JUNE.

It is recommended that the beneficiaries monitor news through SASSA website and call centre.

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Contact information: Where to go for support

If you have any problems such as:

• Missed payment
• Gold card renewal
• Eligibility related problems

The following are the ways through which you can seek help:

• SASSA 0800 60 10 11 helpline
• Official website: SASSA Website

Conclusion

The JUNE 2025 SASSA grant payment schedule has brought relief to millions of people. Grant funds will be available on the scheduled dates and everyone will be able to get help on time. Nevertheless, the ultimate solution is the switching of SASSA Gold Card to the Postbank Black Card. Once again, in case you have not changed it yet, finish it up by visiting your nearest Postbank branch at the earliest convenience. To better safeguard your rights and grants, make use of only official information provided by SASSA and also watch out suspicious individuals.

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