Sassa March 2026 Payment Dates

Sassa March 2026 Payment Dates

Sassa April 2026-2027 Payment Schedule For All Grants:

The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) continues to play a vital role in supporting millions of citizens through its various social grants. These grants, which include the Older Persons’ Grant, Disability Grant, Child Support Grant, and the R350 Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant, are a lifeline for many households across the country. With March 2026 approaching, beneficiaries are eager to know the confirmed Sassa payment dates so they can plan their finances effectively.

SASSA follows a consistent schedule for distributing grants every month. Payments usually begin on the second day of the month, but if that date falls on a weekend or public holiday, the payout is moved to the last working day before. This system ensures that beneficiaries receive their money on time, reducing stress and helping them manage daily expenses such as food, transport, and school needs.

For March 2026, permanent social grants will be paid out in a structured order, starting with the Older Persons’ Grant, followed by the Disability Grant, and finally Children’s and all other grants. The R350 SRD grant, however, does not have fixed dates and is paid in batches throughout the month. Beneficiaries are advised to wait for an SMS notification before collecting their funds or checking their accounts.

Payments can be accessed through different methods, including direct bank deposits, SASSA cards, CashSend services, or at participating retailers like Shoprite, Boxer, Pick n Pay, Checkers, and USave. Staying informed about the Sassa March 2026 payment dates is crucial for ensuring you receive your grant smoothly and on time.

Sassa March 2026 Payment Dates

If the first day of the month falls on a weekend or public holiday, the payment will be made on the last working day before the first day of the month.

Older Person’s Grants – 5 March 2026
Disability Grants – 6 March 2026
Children’s and all other Grants – 7 March 2026

List Of SASSA GRANTS 2026-2027

SASSA disburses funds to qualified individuals who apply for the following criteria:

CARE DEPENDENCY GRANT
CHILD SUPPORT GRANT
DISABILITY GRANT
FOSTER CHILD GRANT
GRANT-IN-AID
OLDER PERSONS GRANT
SOCIAL RELIEF OF DISTRESS
WAR VETERANS GRANT
COVID-19 SOCIAL RELIEF OF DISTRESS GRANT (SRD)
GRANT CUSTOMER SUPPORT REQUEST

Sassa R350 SRD Grant March 2026

The R350 Social Relief of Distress grant does not follow fixed dates like other grants. Instead, it is paid in batches throughout the month. Beneficiaries will receive an SMS notification once their payment is ready. You can collect your R350 grant through the following options:

Direct bank deposit (fastest and safest option)
SASSA card at ATMs and stores
CashSend service for those without bank accounts
Retailers including Shoprite, Pick n Pay, Boxer, Checkers, and USave

How To Check Your SASSA Payment Status For March

Beneficiaries can easily check their March 2026 payment status online by following these steps:

Visit the SASSA SRD website.
Enter your South African ID number and cellphone number.
Click Submit to view your status.
If approved, your payment date will appear.
If declined, you can appeal on the SRD Appeals page.

SASSA Grants Status By Phone Call

By calling SASSA’s toll-free number 0800601011, you can know the status of your online application.

Pick up the phone and dial the number you used to submit your application.
An agent will then tell you your status after answering a basic identity query, possibly your date of birth.

Free data to check SRD status

Apps like Moya and GovChat are available.
These apps work similarly to the Sassa Status Check Form mentioned above. Your phone number and SASSA reference ID number must be provided.
Then you will get SASSA status.

Read Also: Sassa R350 Payment Dates For March

SASSA Grants Contact Details

For any further queries, please get in touch with SASSA directly:

Contact the SASSA Toll-Free Call centre on 0800 60 10 11
Contact the SASSA Head Office on 012 400 2322
Email SASSA Head Office at: Grantsenquiries@sassa.gov.za
Contact details of SASSA offices across the country: Contact SASSA

SASSA will be making payments according to its regular schedule. Recipients of the various grants, including the old age pension, disability grant, and child support grant, can expect to receive their payments on their regular payment dates. For more information, please visit SASSA Grant’s official website.

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