SASSA Payment Dates November 2026
SASSA has changed its November 2026 payment dates. The Local Government Elections are on Wednesday, 4 November 2026, and that day is a public holiday. Under the old calendar, disability grants would have been paid on election day. So SASSA moved the dates, and National Treasury approved the new schedule.
The biggest change is for pensioners. The Older Persons Grant for November is paid on Friday, 30 October 2026, which is a few days earlier than usual.
Many websites still show the old dates of 3, 4 and 5 November. Those dates are wrong now. Use the revised dates below.
Revised SASSA Payment Dates for November 2026
| Grant type | Old date (cancelled) | New payment date | Monthly amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Older Persons Grant (60 to 74 years) | Tue, 3 Nov | Fri, 30 Oct 2026 | R2,400 |
| Older Persons Grant (75 years and older) | Tue, 3 Nov | Fri, 30 Oct 2026 | R2,420 |
| War Veterans Grant | Tue, 3 Nov | Fri, 30 Oct 2026 | R2,420 |
| Disability Grant | Wed, 4 Nov | Mon, 2 Nov 2026 | R2,400 |
| Care Dependency Grant | Thu, 5 Nov | Tue, 3 Nov 2026 | R2,400 |
| Foster Child Grant | Thu, 5 Nov | Tue, 3 Nov 2026 | R1,295 |
| Child Support Grant | Thu, 5 Nov | Tue, 3 Nov 2026 | R580 |
| Grants under review | Fri, 6 Nov | Thu, 5 Nov 2026 | Your normal amount |
| SRD (Social Relief of Distress) | Not fixed | Expected from about 24 Nov | R370 |
Grant-in-Aid (R580) is paid on the same day as the main grant it is added to.
Why Did SASSA Change the Dates?
SASSA said the change keeps payments safe and orderly during the election period. Moving payments away from 4 November means fewer crowds at shops, ATMs and pay points while people queue to vote. No grant is paid on election day.
When Will the SRD R370 Grant Be Paid?
The R370 SRD grant does not follow the dates above. It is paid in batches, usually in the last week of the month. For November 2026, payments are expected from around 24 November. SASSA has not announced one fixed day.
To see your own date, check your status on srd.sassa.gov.za. If your status says “approved” but there is no pay date yet, wait a few days and check again.
What If Your Grant Is Under Review?
If SASSA has contacted you about a grant review, your payment is set for Thursday, 5 November 2026. Answer any SMS or letter from SASSA and go to your review appointment if you are asked to. If you ignore the review, your grant could be suspended.
Tips for Collecting Your November Grant
- You do not need to withdraw on the first day. Your money stays in your account, and queues are shorter a day or two later.
- Pensioners, plan ahead. Your money comes early, but the December grant still comes in early December. Make your November money last.
- Check your balance first. Use *120*3210# or *120*69277#, or your banking app, before going to the ATM.
- Avoid fake news. Only trust SASSA’s official channels. Never share your PIN or pay anyone for a grant.
- Do not visit a SASSA office just to ask about dates. SASSA has asked people to avoid unnecessary visits.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Older Persons Grant for November really paid in October?
Yes. The November payment for older persons is paid on Friday, 30 October 2026. It is your November money, not an extra payment.
Will grant amounts go up in November 2026?
No. The current amounts started in April 2026. The next increase is expected in April 2027.
Who do I call if my money is not in my account?
Call the SASSA toll free line on 0800 60 10 11 or email [email protected].
For November 2026, remember these four dates: 30 October for older persons, 2 November for disability, 3 November for children’s grants, and 5 November for grants under review. SRD R370 payments are expected later in the month. We will update this page if SASSA changes anything.
