South Africa Social Grants Update November 2025: New Amounts, Pay Dates, Eligibility Basics, and How to Check Your Status

From 1 October 2025 most permanent social grants administered by South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) received a monthly increase of R10. Alongside that, the payment schedule for November is clearly laid out, allowing beneficiaries to plan accordingly. This article outlines the increases, payment dates, eligibility details and how to verify your grant.

South Africa Social Grants Update November 2025 Quick Summary Table

What Changed and Why

In the 2025/26 Budget, the government set out a two-step uplift for permanent grants: a larger increase in April, followed by a smaller top-up in October. The second R10 increase was implemented from 1 October to provide additional relief while maintaining sustainability. SASSA advised beneficiaries accordingly.
This November article underscores how the November payout is aligned with those changes and the confirmed dates at the start of the month.

Updated Grant Amounts from 1 October 2025

Here are key monthly amounts for permanent grants effective from 1 October:

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• Older Persons Grant (age 60–74): R2,320
• Older Persons Grant (age 75+): R2,340
• War Veterans Grant: R2,340
• Disability Grant: R2,320
• Care Dependency Grant: R2,320
• Foster Child Grant: R1,250
• Child Support Grant: R560
• Social Relief of Distress (SRD) Grant: R370 (unchanged)

These reflect the R10 increment and apply automatically to existing qualifying recipients.

Confirmed Pay Dates for November 2025

For November the payment schedule is:

• Older Persons Grant: Tuesday, 4 November 2025
• Disability Grant: Wednesday, 5 November 2025
• Children & remaining other grants: Thursday, 6 November 2025 {CITATION_START}cite{CITATION_DELIMITER}turn0search8{CITATION_STOP}
  SASSA reminds beneficiaries that funds will remain available after the payment date, and it is not necessary to withdraw on the first day.

Who Qualifies (High-Level Overview)

Eligibility criteria for the major grants remain as published:

• Older Persons Grant: South African citizen or permanent resident or refugee, aged 60 or older, passing means/asset test.
• Disability Grant: Adult aged 18–59 medically unfit to work for six months or more, means/asset test applies.
• Care Dependency Grant: For caregivers of a child under 18 with a severe disability needing full-time care; means/asset limits apply.
• Foster Child Grant: For a child placed in your care by court; monthly amount R1,250.
• Child Support Grant: For a primary caregiver of a child under 18; income/asset tests apply; amount R560.
• SRD Grant: For adults 18–59 unemployed, with no other income; monthly payment R370; confirmed extension through March 2026.

Beneficiaries should always check official SASSA channels for full eligibility details.

How to Check Your Amount and Payment Status

Beneficiaries can confirm their grant amounts and payment status via:

• Online Services Portal: services.sassa.gov.za – for checking status, banking details, etc.
• Main SASSA site: sassa.gov.za – for general information, forms, policy updates.
  When bank or personal details change, allow at least one payment cycle for processing. Always use official SASSA URLs to avoid phishing or scams.

Why the R10 Increase Matters

Though modest, the R10 bump is meaningful:

• Many beneficiaries rely solely on these grants and even a small increase helps with costs of food, transport, utilities and medical expenses.
• The structured two-step increase (April + October) offers predictability and reassures beneficiaries that support continues.
• The early-November payment schedule helps manage cash flow and reduces first-day congestion and risk at pay points.

Things to Watch

• Real purchasing power may remain under pressure as inflation continues – budgeting remains essential.
• Bank or payment method updates must be completed ahead of the payment dates to avoid delay.
• Beware of scams: no one from SASSA should ask for payment or bank PIN to release grants.
• SRD recipients should note their payment window is later in the month typically between 25-30 November.
• If payment dates fall on weekend or holiday the payout may shift to next working day.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. When are the payment dates for November 2025?

Older Persons: 4 November; Disability: 5 November; Children & others: 6 November.

2. How much did the grants increase?

Most permanent grants increased by R10 from 1 October 2025.

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3. What are the updated amounts?

For example: Older Persons (60–74) R2,320; Older Persons (75+) R2,340; Disability R2,320; Care Dependency R2,320; Foster Child R1,250; Child Support R560; SRD R370.

4. Is the SRD grant being increased?

No. The SRD remains fixed at R370 and continues through March 2026.

5. Do I need to withdraw on the first day?

No. Funds remain available and beneficiaries are encouraged to avoid first-day queues for safety and convenience.

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6. Where can I check my payment status or eligibility?

Visit sassa.gov.za for information and services.sassa.gov.za to check status or update banking details.

Conclusion

For November 2025, SASSA small but important R10 increase and the scheduled payout dates at the start of the month are key for beneficiaries planning their monthly budget. With the updated amounts and payment schedule in mind, recipients should verify their banking and personal information through official portals and plan collections to avoid rush, especially for older persons and vulnerable groups. Staying informed and prepared ensures grant support continues to serve as a vital financial lifeline.

 

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