SASSA Older Person Grant April 2025: Payment Dates, Amount & Eligibility

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SASSA (South Africa Social Security Agency) had initiated the Older Person’s Grant to give financial assistance to aged populace. The agenda in place, regarding the payment dates, grant amount, and eligibility criteria, has changed since April 2025. 

Payment Schedule For April 2025

To allow for better processing with less congestion, an agenda has been put in place by SASSA for the various grant beneficiaries as timing for payments. For beneficiaries of the Older Person’s Grant, the payment will take place on Wednesday, April 2, 2025. This will also apply to beneficiaries of other grants, including grants for children. 

Grant Amounts

All benefits of the Older Person’s Grant from April 2025 will be paid out as follows:

  • 60-74 years of age: R2,090 per month.
  • 75 years and above: R2,110 per month.

This revision comes straight out of SASSA’s continuous exercise in which grants have been compared and have been set against certain economic criteria.

Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for the Older Person’s Grant, an applicant must meet various conditions:

  • Age: Age of 60 years or older at the time the application is made.
  • Residency: That is, he/she should be an African national, a permanent resident, or a recognized refugee who resides in South Africa. 
  • Means Test: Should pass a means test that assesses income and property:
  • In respect of income: The estimated annual income of the particular applicant should not be more than an amount of R96,840 in the case of single persons or R193,680 for marriage.
  • Asset Test: The total assets should not exceed R1,372,800 for a single person or R2,745,600 for married persons. 
  • Other Grants: The applicant should not be receiving any other social grant in his/her own benefit.
  • Institutional Care: The applicant must not be under full-time care in any state institution.

Such specifications make sure the grants reach only those who most urgently need them. 

Application Process

Older Person’s Grant applications may be initiated by the prospective beneficiary in the following manner:

  1. Prepare Documents: Collect the following documents: a valid South African ID; proof of residence in the form of a document such as a municipal account or other proof of residence alternative; and income proof relevant to an assessment.
  2. Visiting the SASSA Office: Afterward, the application should be lodged with the nearest SASSA office.
  3. Complete the Application: The application form must be filled in with accurate personal and financial information.
  4. Wait for Assessments: Assessment by SASSA on the application may involve interviews or requests for additional documentation.
  5. Receive Decision: If positive, you must start receiving payments from the set date.

Hence, it is of utmost importance that beneficiaries and applicants remain aware of such updates to prevent any hindrance to necessary assistance.

Also Read: South Africa 2025 Wage Hike: Low-Income Earners Set To Benefit – Check Eligibility

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