The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has made great strides in delivering the most benefits to needy citizens through various grants. Foremost in the series of groundbreaking announcements for 2025 is the continuation of the R2,090 grant monthly. The article explores the full payday schedules as they relate to the new eligibility requirements, beneficiary updates, and how to apply for this grant.
Dates For Paying R2,090 Grants in 2025
During the first six months of the year, SASSA issued a statement regarding the disbursement of grants. The payment of such grants will happen according to the following schedule:
- March – 4th
- April – 3rd
- May – 6th
- June – 5th
The payment dates of the rest of the year shall be published later. Beneficiaries are encouraged to check with SASSA regularly through their official channels or local offices so as to keep updated on when payments are made.
Updated Eligibility Requirements
As part of SASSA’s efforts to preserve the integrity of the program and ensure that the grant reaches beneficial hands, the agency has amended its eligibility requirements.
Older Persons Grant
For this grant applicants should be 60 years of age or older. Applicants should be South African citizens, permanent residents, or refugees. For single applicants, the total annual income should be below R96,840, while for a couple, it should not exceed R193,680. Besides, the assets of a single applicant must not exceed R1,227,600 and for married couples, R2,455,200. Also, they should not be in a state institution receiving full time care.
Disability Grant
Applicants must be aged between 18 years and 59 years. They must have the recent medical assessment to prove a condition of permanent disability. For an applicant single, the annual income should be less than R86,280 and, for the married couple, not more than R172,560. The asset ceiling is R1,227,600 for individuals and R2,455,200 for married couples.
- Low Income Families
- The household income should be below the threshold determined by SASSA. Provide bank and income records to prove eligibility.
Verification Process of Beneficiaries
As a means of improving efficiency and transparency in the system, SASSA intensifies verification for the year 2025. Duplication or fraudulent entry will be eliminated along with checking the beneficiaries’ banking information. Every beneficiary should confirm and do an update of his or her personal and financial information before cashing in. For this, the SASSA website or nearest office of the agency can be used.
R2,090 Application for Grant Process
Applicants may apply either online or in person.
- For online applications, visit the SASSA website. Navigate to the R2,090 grant application form. Fill out all required personal and financial information, then upload the necessary documentation that includes proof of ID, income, and banking details. Once submitted, you will receive a reference number with which to track the application.
- For in-person applications, go to any SASSA office with all the relevant documents. An assistance staff will help fill out the application and then validate it. After that, a receipt will be generated with a reference number.
- Documents needed include a valid South African ID or refugee permit, proof of residence, a recent medical report if applying for a disability grant, proof of income such as bank statements or payslips, and a valid bank account number.
- An application can take around three months to be processed, at which time backdate payments will be made to the date of lodgment.
Payment Methods
The payment modes are just two. The beneficiaries would either have the option of direct depositing funds into their own personal bank accounts or have their funds loaded onto an accessible SASSA card to be used at ATMs, chosen retail outlets, and Post Office branches.
Almost every applicant is entitled to submitting applications or making submissions at home, which makes it much more convenient than going to the office.