The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) will continue to provide the Old Age Grant as a vital source of monthly financial assistance for elderly individuals. In November 2025, this support will help beneficiaries manage their living expenses amid rising costs. The Old Age Grant beneficiaries will receive new indexed adjustments to reflect inflationary changes.
Payment Dates for November 2025
- November 4 to November 10, 2025 – SASSA will complete payments of the Old Age Grant during this period, distributed according to provincial schedules.
- Key regional payment dates include:
- Gauteng: November 4, 2025
- Western Cape: November 5, 2025
- KwaZulu-Natal: November 6, 2025
- Eastern Cape: November 7, 2025
- Limpopo: November 8, 2025
- Payments can be accessed through bank deposits, SASSA cards, or collected at retail payment points such as the Post Office counters and approved merchants.
Payment Amounts
- Beneficiaries aged 60 to 74 years will receive R2,315.00 per month.
- Beneficiaries aged 75 years and older, and war veteran pensioners, will receive R2,335.00.
- This includes a R10.00 increase over the previous rate, indexed for 2025 to reflect the cost-of-living adjustments.
Eligibility Criteria
- Applicants must be South African citizens, permanent residents, or legal refugees living in South Africa.
- Applicants must be aged 60 years or older.
- Applicants must meet the income and asset means test to ensure the grant supports those most in need.
- Applicants cannot receive other conflicting social grants.
- Applicants and reapplicants must provide valid citizenship and residency documentation as part of their claim.
Summary Table
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Grant | SASSA Old Age Grant |
| Payment Dates | November 4 – 10, 2025 (province-wise) |
| Payment Amount | R2,315 (60–74 years), R2,335 (75+ years) |
| Eligibility | South African residents aged 60+ with income and asset tests |
| How Will Grants Be Paid? | Bank deposits, SASSA cards, retail & Post Office counters |
FAQs
Q1: When will the Old Age Grant payment for November 2025 be made?
Payments begin on November 4, 2025, and will be completed across provinces by November 10, 2025.
Q2: What is the payment amount for the Old Age Grant in November 2025?
Beneficiaries aged 60–74 will receive R2,315, while those 75 years and older will receive R2,335.
Q3: Who qualifies for the Old Age Grant?
Eligible applicants are South African citizens or permanent residents aged 60 years or older who meet the required income and asset criteria.
The SASSA Old Age Grant remains a critical source of support for South Africa’s elderly population. The November 2025 increase ensures pensioners can better afford essentials such as food, utilities, and healthcare. Beneficiaries are reminded to keep their SASSA and banking details updated and to verify their payment status through official SASSA channels before collection.
