The South African Social Security Agency has released the social grant payment dates for June 2026, giving beneficiaries time to plan ahead for the month. According to the official notice issued by SASSA, payments will begin in the first week of June, starting with Older Persons Grants, followed by Disability Grants, and then Children’s Grants.
These payment dates are important for pensioners, persons living with disabilities, caregivers, and families who depend on monthly grant support. Beneficiaries should take note of the correct date for their grant type to avoid confusion at pay points, ATMs, retailers, and other payment channels. The dates were shared through SASSA’s official social media update.
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SASSA Grant Payment Dates for June 2026
Social grant payment dates for June 2026
* Older persons- 02 June 2026
* Disability Grants- 03 June 2026
* Children’s grants – 04 June 2026#SASSACARES #SocialGrantPayments pic.twitter.com/z1PvhRJn3k— SASSA (@OfficialSASSA) May 26, 2026
| Grant Type | Payment Date |
|---|---|
| Older Persons Grant | Tuesday, 2 June 2026 |
| Disability Grants | Wednesday, 3 June 2026 |
| Children’s Grants | Thursday, 4 June 2026 |
Older Persons Grant Payment Date
Older Persons Grants will be paid from Tuesday, 2 June 2026.
This is the first payment group for the June 2026 cycle. Beneficiaries who receive the Older Persons Grant should check their payment method and make sure their SASSA card, bank account, or chosen payment channel is active before the payment date.
Disability Grant Payment Date
Disability Grants will be paid from Wednesday, 3 June 2026.
This payment date applies to beneficiaries who receive disability-related social grants from SASSA. People who depend on these grants should use the date to plan for transport, household needs, and any required monthly expenses.
Children’s Grant Payment Date
Children’s Grants will be paid from Thursday, 4 June 2026.
This includes grants paid to caregivers for children who qualify for SASSA support. Many households use these grants for food, school needs, transport, and basic family expenses.
SASSA e-Life Certification Notice
SASSA also used the June 2026 payment notice to remind beneficiaries about e-Life Certification.
According to the notice, e-Life Certification is a self-service digital platform that allows beneficiaries to complete life certification from home. The service is available through the SASSA Online Services Portal and includes secure biometric verification through the electronic Know Your Client system.
SASSA has encouraged grant beneficiaries who have the necessary means to use the self-service portal to complete e-Life Certification.
Important Details for Beneficiaries
Beneficiaries should use the correct payment date for their grant category. Those receiving more than one linked grant should check which category applies to their main grant payment.
SASSA beneficiaries should also keep their personal details, banking details, and contact information up to date to avoid payment delays or problems with verification.
