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SASSA Payment Dates for December 2026 (Pension & Allpay Dates)

Updated on 17 April 2026
SASSA Payment Dates December 2026

SASSA December 2026 Pension & Grant Dates (Allpay)

Older Persons (Old Age Grant)Wednesday, 2 December 2026
Disability GrantThursday, 3 December 2026
Children & OthersFriday, 4 December 2026
SRD R37024 December 2026 - 30 December 2026 (business days)

These are the confirmed SASSA payment dates for December 2026. Scroll down for grant amounts, SRD details, and collection tips.

According to SASSA, the grant payment dates for December 2026 are as follows. Old age grants pay first, followed by disability grants, then children and other grants.

Old Age Grant Payment Date - December 2026

GrantDate
Old Age GrantWednesday, 2 December 2026
Disability GrantThursday, 3 December 2026
Children & Others GrantsFriday, 4 December 2026

When Is the SRD R370 Payment Date for December 2026? (SC19)

  • Payments processed roughly between 24 December 2026 and 30 December 2026
  • To view your exact payment date, visit your SRD status page on the SASSA website
  • Funds usually reflect in 2-3 business days after processing

SASSA Grant Amounts for December 2026

GrantAmount
Old Age (60-74)R2 410
Old Age (75+), War VeteransR2 430
DisabilityR2 410
Care DependencyR2 410
Child SupportR580
Foster ChildR1 300
Grant‑in‑AidR590
SRDR370
Grant increase update: From April 2026, grant amounts increased per the February 2026 Budget. Old Age (60-74), Disability, and Care Dependency rise to R2,400; Old Age (75+) and War Veterans to R2,420. Child Support increases to R580, Foster Care to R1,290, and Grant-in-Aid to R580. SRD remains at R370.

See all amounts and increases here: Grant Amounts & Increases 2026.

Public holiday adjustments

If a payment date falls on a weekend or public holiday, SASSA moves it to the next business day.

If you’re not paid by the expected time

  1. Check your status online (SRD) or confirm your date above (main grants).
  2. Make sure your bank details are correct and active.
  3. After 2-3 business days with no payment, call 0800 60 10 11 or visit SASSA.

Retailer collection tips

  • Take your SASSA/Postbank card and your ID; avoid peak hours.
  • You can collect after the official date - funds remain available.
  • Choose quieter mid-week days to avoid queues.

Related SASSA Pages

SASSA Payment Dates - Other Months

Source: Official SASSA schedules and reputable SA media confirmations for December 2026.

Disclaimer: We are not associated with SASSA in any way. We provide independent information to help you. For official info visit www.sassa.gov.za or call the toll-free line 0800 60 10 11 or email GrantEnquiries@sassa.gov.za.

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