The SASSA War Veterans Grant is available to eligible South African soldiers who served in the First World War (1914–1918), the Second World War (1939–1945), or the Korean War (1950–1953). This grant provides financial support to veterans aged 60 years and older, based on an evaluation of their current circumstances according to the SASSA Means Test.
After applying for the War Veterans Grant and successfully submitting your SASSA online application, you can check your SASSA War Veterans Grant status for April 2025 online. This allows you to verify whether your grant has been processed and approved for monthly payments, ensuring you receive the financial support you need from SASSA.
How to Check Your SASSA War Veterans Grant Status
To check the status of your SASSA War Veterans Grant application and confirm its approval, follow these steps:
- Visit the official SASSA status check website at https://sassacheck.com.
- Enter your South African ID number.
- Provide the cell phone number linked to your War Veterans Grant application.
- Click the ‘Status Check‘ button to submit your request to the SASSA database.
- The status of your grant application will be displayed.
SASSA War Veterans Grant Payment Dates for April 2025
Once your War Veterans Grant application is approved, you can check the SASSA payment dates to determine when your grant payment will be distributed. This helps you plan and know when to expect your financial support.
| Month | War Veterans Grant Payment Dates |
|---|---|
| January 2025 | 3/01/2025 Friday |
| February 2025 | 4/02/2025 Tuesday |
| March 2025 | 4/03/2025 Tuesday |
| April 2025 | 2/04/2025 Wednesday |
The SASSA War Veterans Grant is paid on Wednesday, 2 April 2025, the same day as the SASSA Old Age Grant.
Payment Options for Your War Veterans Grant
When completing your War Veterans Grant application form, you must select your preferred SASSA payment method. You can choose from the following options:
- Collect your grant in cash at Pick n Pay (retailers) or Post Office branches.
- Receive payments via electronic transfer to your SASSA card.
- Opt for direct deposit into your bank account.
SASSA allows both new and existing beneficiaries to update their banking details if they have opened a bank account in their name. This process is straightforward and helps avoid payment delays or frequent visits to the Post Office. Note that regular bank transaction fees may apply, and changes to your payment method will take effect after one month.
Processing Time for SASSA War Veterans Grant Approval
The processing and verification of a War Veterans Grant application typically take around 30 working days. During this period, SASSA will carefully review your application. You will be notified of the approval or rejection status via SMS sent to your registered phone number.
If your application is rejected, SASSA will send a message explaining the reason for the decision and provide instructions on how to appeal for reconsideration. If approved, you should begin receiving payments from the month your application is submitted.
When SASSA Terminates Your War Veterans Grant
Your War Veterans Grant may be terminated or lapse if any of the following conditions occur:
- Your identity is declared as deceased in the DHA (Department of Home Affairs) records.
- You are admitted to a state institution.
- Your income or assets increase, as determined by the Means Test.
- There is a change in your circumstances that no longer meets the qualification criteria for the SASSA grant.
Contact SASSA for Grant Enquiries
For assistance with your War Veterans Grant, you can contact SASSA through the following channels:
- Helpline: Dial 0800 601 011 for support.
- Email: Send an email to [email protected] to report concerns or request information.
SASSA can provide information about your grant status, payment dates, eligibility criteria, district office locations, application inquiries, and reporting fraud or corruption.