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Millions of South Africans who rely on social grants can now plan ahead after the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) confirmed the official payment dates for July 2026.
What Happened?
SASSA has announced the payment schedule for July 2026. As with previous months, payments will be made over three separate days to reduce congestion at pay points, retailers and ATMs.
July 2026 SASSA Payment Dates
| Grant Type | Payment Date |
|---|---|
| Older Persons Grant | 2 July 2026 |
| Disability Grant | 3 July 2026 |
| Children’s Grants | 6 July 2026 |
Who Is Affected?
The payment schedule applies to beneficiaries receiving:
- Older Persons Grants
- Disability Grants
- Child Support Grants
- Foster Child Grants
- Care Dependency Grants
- War Veterans Grants
The SRD R370 Grant follows a separate payment process and beneficiaries should check their individual payment status online.
Grant Amounts for 2026
Current grant values include:
- Older Persons Grant (60–74): R2,400
- Older Persons Grant (75+): R2,420
- Disability Grant: R2,400
- Child Support Grant: R580
- Foster Child Grant: R1,290
- SRD Grant: R370
What Beneficiaries Should Know
SASSA has repeatedly advised beneficiaries not to rush to withdraw their money on the first day. Once the grant has been paid, the funds remain available in the account until withdrawn.
Beware of Scams
Beneficiaries are urged to use only official SASSA platforms when checking payment information and to avoid sharing banking details or OTP codes with unknown individuals.
The Bottom Line
The July 2026 grant payment cycle will begin on 2 July with Older Persons Grants, followed by Disability Grants on 3 July and Children’s Grants on 6 July. Beneficiaries should check official SASSA channels for any updates.
