All beneficiaries of grants who use the SASSA gold cards must convert these into the black Postbank cards before the expiration date, March 20, 2025, according to the directive of the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA). This is part of a plan that is being rolled out to ensure that social grant payments are not disrupted or compromised vis-a-vis improved protection for beneficiaries.
Why Is the Switch Necessary?
All SASSA gold cards will soon be discontinued and will not allow easy access to the monthly grants during this timeframe. Those who will not switch to the new black Postbank cards will therefore find that they would not be able to get their monthly grants after the set time. There is the new black Postbank cards with more improved security features and tied to the Postbank system, thereby making transactions safer and more reliable.
Who Needs to Make the Switch?
Everyone receiving a grant from SASSA using the gold card to receive it must now exchange that card for the black Postbank card. Black Postbank cards replace the current gold SASSA cards for all beneficiaries, including the elderly, disabled people who get grants, and everyone under 18 years receiving the child support grant.
How to Switch to the Black Postbank Card?
People who are dependant on the services will be required to visit their nearest Post office, or designated Postbank outlet, with South African ID document or Smart ID Card along with their SASSA gold card and proof of residence if available. It is an entirely free process, and the customer will receive an instant replacement new card.
What Happens If You Don’t Switch Before March 20?
Those who have the cards and don’t switch will have their cards disabled after this date, thus meaning that grant payments will discontinue completely. The only card that will serve as a new doorway for grant payments post-March 20 is the black Postbank card.
Benefits of the Black Postbank Card
High levels of security that prevent fraud, quick access to both ATMs and retailers, no extra cost for withdrawals at participating merchants, quick and efficient payment processing.
Final Reminder
Encouraged to all grant beneficiaries by SASSA are switching their gold to black cards just as soon as possible, for they may face last-minute delays. After March 20, only the black Postbank card will be accepted for seamless demonstration of grant payments. For any clarifications, beneficiaries can also call the SASSA contact numbers or visit the nearest SASSA office.