SASSA has announced a special bonus payment for October 2025. The extra money will help many South Africans who get grants and find it hard to pay for basic needs. The costs of food and daily items keep going up. So this bonus comes at the right time. SASSA will send the money straight to people who qualify for it. You don’t need to apply for this bonus if you already get a grant. But you should check if you meet the rules to get it. SASSA will follow a clear schedule to pay everyone. Make sure your details are up to date so you don’t miss out on this payment. The agency wants to help as many people as possible with this extra support.
Who Qualifies for the SASSA October 2025 Bonus?
– SASSA Bonus Payment Rules for October 2025 You need to follow these rules to get the bonus payment:
– You must already get a SASSA grant right now.
– This includes old age pension disability or child support grants.
– Your grant needs to be active for at least 3 months before October 2025.
– Your account must be in good standing with no fraud issues.
– You have to live in South Africa. Make sure SASSA has your correct bank details and personal information.
– Your income must be under the limit for your type of grant. Each person can only get one bonus payment.
These rules help SASSA make sure the bonus goes to the right people. Keep your information updated to avoid any problems with the payment.
Two Deposits in One Month: SASSA Oct ’25 Payment Calendar – Who Qualifies And When To Collect
Detailed Payment Timeline and Payout Methods
– SASSA will give out bonus payments in October 2025. The extra money starts going out on October 5.
– Everyone who gets grants will receive their normal payment plus the bonus amount.
– This includes people who get Old Age Disability & Child Support grants.
– You can get your money through your bank the Post Office or your SASSA card.
– You don’t need to do anything special to get the bonus.
It will come with your regular payment automatically. There’s no need to stand in line or fill out forms. The money will be added to your usual grant payment.
SASSA October 2025 Official Payment Calendar
| Grant Type | Normal Payment Date | Bonus Added | Total Payment Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Old Age Grant | 5 October 2025 | Yes | 5 October 2025 |
| Disability Grant | 6 October 2025 | Yes | 6 October 2025 |
| Child Support Grant | 7 October 2025 | Yes | 7 October 2025 |
| Foster Care Grant | 7 October 2025 | Yes | 7 October 2025 |
| Care Dependency Grant | 6 October 2025 | Yes | 6 October 2025 |
| War Veteran Grant | 5 October 2025 | Yes | 5 October 2025 |
| SRD R370 Grant | From 10 October 2025 | Yes | From 10 October 2025 |
Breakdown of Bonus Amounts by Grant Category
| Grant Category | Regular Amount | Bonus Amount | Total Payout |
|---|---|---|---|
| Old Age Grant | R2,180 | R500 | R2,680 |
| Disability Grant | R2,180 | R500 | R2,680 |
| Child Support Grant | R530 | R250 | R780 |
| Foster Care Grant | R1,180 | R300 | R1,480 |
| SRD R370 Grant | R370 | R150 | R520 |
| Care Dependency Grant | R2,180 | R500 | R2,680 |
| War Veteran Grant | R2,200 | R500 | R2,700 |
Steps to Secure Your October 2025 Bonus Payment
– First check if your bank details are correct on the SASSA website at www.sassa.gov.za.
– You should go to a SASSA office if you need to change how you get paid.
– Make sure SASSA has your current phone number so they can send you updates by text message.
– Take a look at your SASSA card to check it’s still working & hasn’t expired.
– Don’t trust anyone who says they can speed up your payment for a fee
these people are scammers. Only deal directly with official SASSA staff and offices for all payment matters.
Categories of Beneficiaries Excluded from the Bonus
You cannot get the October 2025 bonus if you: –
– Have a grant that is on hold or under review
– Got caught making fake claims
– Started getting SASSA money in October or November 2025
– Live in another country outside South Africa
