The SASSA Grant-in-Aid is available to individuals already receiving an SASSA social grant, such as the Old Age Grant, Disability Grant, Care Dependency Grant, or War Veterans Grant. This grant provides additional financial support to cover caregiver expenses for those requiring full-time healthcare.
After applying for the Grant-in-Aid, you can check your SASSA Grant-in-Aid status for April 2025 to confirm whether your payment has been approved for the month. The online status check allows you to monitor both your application outcome and monthly grant payments in one place. Your status results will confirm your Grant-in-Aid payments alongside your linked social grant.
How to Check Your SASSA Grant-in-Aid Status
You can check the status of your SASSA Grant-in-Aid using your South African ID and the cell phone number linked to your application. Follow these simple steps to check your grant status online:
- Visit the official SASSA status check website at https://sassacheck.com.
- Enter your South African ID Number (bar-coded South African identity document).
- Provide the cell phone number linked to your Grant-in-Aid application.
- Click the ‘Status Check’ button to submit your request to the SASSA database.
- The results for your SASSA Grant-in-Aid status will be displayed on the screen.
SASSA Grant-in-Aid Payment Dates for April 2025
Your Grant-in-Aid is paid on the same day as your linked SASSA social grant payment. Below is the complete schedule for all SASSA grant payment dates for 2025. This schedule will help you determine when to expect your Grant-in-Aid funds along with your approved SASSA grant.
| Gran in Aid Payment Month | Old Age / War Veterans | Disability / Care Dependency | Child Support / Foster Care |
|---|---|---|---|
| January 2025 | 3/01/2025 Friday | 6/01/2025 Monday | 7/01/2025 Tuesday |
| February 2025 | 4/02/2025 Tuesday | 5/02/2025 Wednesday | 6/02/2025 Thursday |
| March 2025 | 4/03/2025 Tuesday | 5/03/2025 Wednesday | 6/03/2025 Thursday |
| April 2025 | 2/04/2025 Wednesday | 3/04/2025 Thursday | 4/04/2025 Friday |
The SASSA Grant-in-Aid is paid from Wednesday, 2 April 2025, to Friday, 4 April 2025.
When You Receive Payment for an Approved Grant-in-Aid
If your Grant-in-Aid application status shows “Approved,” you can expect to receive payments starting the following month. SASSA will backdate payments to the date your online application was submitted.
If you wish to update your payment method from the Post Office to your bank account, you can change your banking details online. This process ensures that SASSA payments are deposited directly into your account, eliminating the need to visit the Post Office to collect your grant money.
Please note: Changes to your payment method will only take effect after one month.
When SASSA Cancels or Terminates a Grant-in-Aid
Your SASSA Grant-in-Aid will be terminated if any of the following situations occur:
- You are no longer under the care of another person (caregiver).
- The beneficiary has passed away.
- You are admitted to a state institution with permanent care.
- Your circumstances no longer meet the SASSA Means Test criteria for eligibility due to a significant improvement in your income or assets.
Contact SASSA for Grant Enquiries
For assistance with your Grant-in-Aid application or to inquire about payment dates, you can contact SASSA through the following channels:
- Call: Dial 0800 601 011 to speak with a SASSA representative.
- Email: Send an email to [email protected] for further information.
SASSA can provide details about your grant status, payment dates, eligibility criteria, and other related inquiries.