Payments & Cards

Payment dates, SASSA cards, balances, collection points and what to do when money is late.

How to Check Your SASSA Balance (USSD, App, ATM)

Check your SASSA grant balance quickly using USSD *120*3210#, an ATM, or your till slip. Learn how to check without airtime and avoid unnecessary fees.

SASSA Gold Card to Postbank Card: What You Need to Know

The old SASSA gold card is being phased out. Learn how to switch to a Postbank black card or your own bank account, avoid scams, and keep grants flowing.

SASSA Grant Increases 2026 Explained

Understand how and when SASSA grants increase in 2026, with current amounts for every grant, what drives the changes, and how to keep your information current.

SASSA Payment Dates 2026 (All Grants)

Learn how SASSA schedules grant payments in 2026, the order each grant type pays, why money stays safe in your account, and how SRD dates differ.

SASSA Payment Late or Not Received? What to Do

If your SASSA grant is late or missing, work through these checks step by step. Learn the common reasons, what to verify, and exactly who to contact.

Where to Collect Your SASSA Grant

A clear guide to where you can collect your SASSA grant, from retailers and ATMs to the Post Office and your own bank account, plus fees and safety tips.

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