Sadly, recipients of SASSA Older Person Grants in November 2025 will not enjoy any further increases. Of course, we’re referring to the surprising R10 increase to core Old-Age Grants in October 2025. That was a one-off and may be the last grant increase for some time, if the diminishing social welfare budgets are anything to go by.
As you all know, earlier this month, elderly grant recipients aged 60-74 received R2 320. And beneficiaries over the age of 75 received R2 340. And it’s been confirmed that these are the same amounts to be disbursed next Tuesday 4 November 2025 to approximately four-million beneficiaries.
SASSA OLDER PERSON GRANTS IN NOVEMBER 2025
However, while it may seem like ‘business as usual,’ there are plenty of internal rumblings threatening to derail the South African Social Security Agency. Like, for example, the ongoing hirings, suspensions and firings of senior departmental staff. It’s been playing out like a soap opera in parliament. But it all points to questionable leadership within the social development department.
Not to mention the demise of the Master Service Agreement (MSA) between SASSA and Postbank. This will terminate at the end of the December 2025, and it’s understood that around two-million SASSA Older Person Grants in November 2025 are still being paid using Postbank. Therefore, the agency is urging remaining clients to change banks as soon as possible, before the Postbank-SASSA divorce gets really nasty.
BIG BUDGET CUTS FOR 2026
Anyone awaiting their SASSA Older Person Grants in November 2025 is reminded that strict agency reviews are ongoing. Don’t forget the 2026-2027 social welfare budget falls by R14 billion to R271 billion. And the agency is using any and all means necessary to reduce the number of clients it must pay. Nevertheless, anyone turning 60 who meets the eligibility criteria is still entitled to apply for a government pension.
So, if you haven’t already, here’s how you apply for SASSA Older Person Grants in November 2025. Firstly, you must meet the asset and means (income) limits to be eligible.
- Your income cannot exceed R107 800 annually or R8 983 per month if single.
- Your income must be below R215 760 per annum or R17 980 if married.
- All assets in your name cannot be valued higher than R1 524 600 (single) or R3 049 200 (married).
APPLY FOR SASSA OLDER PERSON GRANTS IN NOVEMBER 2025
A government pension is available to anyone over 60 who doesn’t already receive a social grant. Or anyone who is not housed in a state institution/care facility. Note that applications can take up to three months to be processed. But you will be back paid to the date of your initial application if successful. Take the following with you to a SASSA office when you apply:
- Official RSA identity document (ID) (preferably a Smart ID Card).
- A valid three months’ statement certified by your bank.
- All documents proving your marital status.
- Proof of residence (a utility bill with your name on it, not older than three months).
- Documents proving your income and/or financial dividends.
- Comprehensive information regarding assets/valuation of property.
- A declaration of any private pension in your name.
If your SASSA Older Person Grants in November 2025 are denied, you have 90 days to appeal HERE.
WHAT HAPPENS IF YOU’RE UNDER REVIEW?
If your SASSA Older Person Grants in November 2025 are placed under review, you will receive an SMS from the agency. You must then report immediately to verify your income and/or identity details. Until all is clarified, your grant will be suspended. But the agency has made a fourth payment date available for those who pass review. That way you don’t have to wait an entire month before receiving your money.
- Bring along a recent bank statement/valid work payslip.
- A copy of your ID.
- Proof of residence (no older than three months).
After SASSA Older Person Grants in November 2025, the remaining payment dates for the financial year are:
- Tuesday 2 December 2025
- Tuesday 6 January 2026
- Tuesday 3 February 2026
- Tuesday 3 March 2026
For further assistance with SASSA, contact the agency below:
- SASSA Toll-Free Call: 0800 60 10 11
- SASSA Head Office: 012 400 2322
- Email SASSA: grantenquiries@sassa.gov.za
