Here is the latest news on SASSA Older Person Grants in October 2025- payout this week and beneficiaries can expect increased payout, fraud control, and more.
SASSA Older Person Grants October 2025: What’s New & What You Need to Know
For pensioners and elderly beneficiaries across South Africa, October 2025 brings both welcome changes and important reminders. The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has finalized the grant increase, tightened fraud controls, and adjusted payment dates.
In this post, I explain all the updates you need to know, and how to prepare so your payment isn’t delayed.
What’s Changing in October 2025
Grant Increase (Small but Significant)
- Eligible older-person recipients will receive an extra R10 added to their existing grants.
- For those aged 60 to 74, your grant will increase modestly. And for pensioners aged 75 and above, the same +R10 boost applies.
- This increase is part of a broader move announced for several SASSA grants in October 2025.
But Child Support Grants Remain Unchanged
- Despite the overall grant increase, Child Support Grants and Foster Care Grants will not see a bump in October 2025.
- Only grants tied to older persons, war veterans, disability, and care dependency are impacted by the R10 uplift.
Payment Date: When to Expect Old Age Grant
- Thursday, 2 October 2025 is the confirmed payment date for Older Person Grants (including the new increased amount).
- Other grants, such as Disability and Child Dependency, will follow on their respective scheduled days.
- Because of a new process under review, beneficiaries whose grants are withheld temporarily may receive their payment later (tentatively on 7 October) to ensure they don’t go without income the whole month.
Tighter Oversight & Fraud Crackdown
SASSA is serious about ensuring the right people receive grants. In October 2025:
- Biometric enrollment becomes mandatory for new applicants and for those changing their banking or ID details.
- There’s increased vigilance on identifying beneficiaries who are deceased or who no longer qualify under the asset and income thresholds.
- Some staff members implicated in internal fraud have already been arrested.
- As a result, incorrect or incomplete documentation will more likely result in grant hold or suspension until issues are resolved.
Updated Means & Asset Limits for 2025
To align with inflation and service pressures, SASSA quietly adjusted the means (income) and asset caps:
| Grant Type | Old (2024) Limits | New (2025) Limits |
|---|---|---|
| Older Person / Disability / War Veterans | Single: R101,640 | Single: R107,800 |
| Married / joint households | R203,380 | R215,760 |
| Asset limit (single) | R1,438,800 | R1,524,600 |
| Asset limit (couple) | R2,877,600 | R3,049,200 |
If your income or assets recently changed, make sure SASSA has your correct information to avoid being disqualified.
What to Do If Your Grant Is Withheld
If your October SASSA payment is stopped or flagged for review:
- Visit your local SASSA office immediately, bring your ID and bank statements.
- Provide a certified 3-month bank statement to show current income.
- Submit proof of residence (utility bill or lease), valid and no older than 3 months.
- If there’s a suspicion about your eligibility under new rules, prepare to answer asset and financial questions.
- After resolving issues, payment may be backdated.
At A Glance
- Older Person Grants will see a +R10 increase starting October 2025.
- Child Support / Foster Grants remain at their current amount.
- Payment date for older persons: 2 October 2025.
- Stricter fraud controls and biometric checks introduced.
- Means & asset thresholds have been raised in 2025.
- If your grant is withheld, act quickly by visiting SASSA and updating your records.
FAQs
Q1. When will the SASSA Older Person Grant be paid in October 2025?
A. The payment date is Thursday, 2 October 2025. Seniors will be the first group to receive their funds before other social grants.
Q2. How much is the SASSA Older Person Grant after the increase?
A. From October 2025, the grant increases by R10. Seniors aged 60–74 will receive R2,200, while those 75 and older will receive R2,220.
Q3. Why did the Child Support Grant not increase in October 2025?
A. Due to budget constraints, the government limited the increase to older person, disability, care dependency, and war veterans’ grants. The Child Support Grant remains unchanged at R560 per month.
Q4. What should I do if my grant payment is withheld in October 2025?
A. Visit your nearest SASSA office with:
- A certified 3-month bank statement
- Proof of residence
- Your South African ID
This helps SASSA confirm your eligibility and reinstate your payment.
Q5. Have the income and asset limits changed for older person grants in 2025?
A. Yes, in 2025, the income limit is R107,800 for single applicants and R215,760 for married couples. The asset limit is R1,524,600 for singles and R3,049,200 for couples.
Q6. Can someone else collect my SASSA Older Person Grant for me?
A. Yes, you can assign a procurator (authorized third party), but you must register them with SASSA officially to avoid fraud or delays.
