As November 2025 approaches, SASSA has confirmed payment dates for the Social Relief of Distress (SRD) Grant of R3,070. This disbursement represents the third quarter payment of the R3,070 SRD grant.
SRD Payment Dates — October 2025
- First payment date: 24 October 2025 (Friday).
- Second payment date: 30 October 2025 (Thursday).
- Payments will be made automatically to beneficiary bank accounts or dispatched to designated pay points according to beneficiaries’ arrangements.
About the R3,070 SRD Grant
The R3,070 SRD grant is designed to support unemployed and financially vulnerable individuals. Eligible applicants include South African citizens, permanent residents, and qualifying refugees who meet SASSA’s income and asset criteria.
- Grant recipients in a household should not be receiving other SASSA grants such as Older Persons, Disability, or Child Support grants.
- Applications and renewals for the SRD grant have transitioned to digital platforms.
Beneficiary Actions
- Ensure SASSA has updated banking and personal information to avoid payment issues.
- Monitor messages from SASSA and provide requested information promptly.
- Visit local SASSA offices or use the online portal to check payment status or obtain assistance.
Summary Table: SRD R3,070 Payment Schedule — October 2025
| Payment Date |
Amount (ZAR) |
Payment Method |
Notes |
| 24 October 2025 |
R3,070 |
Bank transfer or pay point |
First payment batch |
| 30 October 2025 |
R3,070 |
Bank transfer or pay point |
Second payment batch |
Confirmed SRD payments on 24 and 30 October 2025 provide essential support for vulnerable South Africans. Beneficiaries are advised to keep their details current to prevent delays.
