SASSA Grant January 2023 payment dates have been confirmed.
As 2022 draws to a close, it would be great to know well in advance when SASSA will be releasing grants in the new month of the new year. With improved financial planning and management during the holiday season, you may be able to start the new year off on the proper financial foot.
By the first week of every month in 2023, SASSA will continue to issue social grants early, ensuring that each beneficiary’s basic needs are met so that they have a good start to the new month and new year.
SASSA Grant January Payment Dates
- Tuesday, 3 January – Older Persons Grant
- Wednesday, 4 January – Disability Grant
- Thursday, 5 January – Children’s Grants
SASSA R350 Grant Payment Dates for January 2023
The SRD R350 has been extended for yet another year (till March 2024) due to South Africa’s soaring unemployment rate. This implies that a larger population will gain from the grant and be able to meet some of their basic needs.
Those who were unable to apply in the previous cycles now have a fantastic opportunity to do so through the SRD website. Learn more on how to apply for the SRD R350 grant here: https://sagovjobs.co.za/how-to-apply-for-sassa-srd-r350-grant/
Anyone in need of financial assistance and who meets the following criteria is eligible for the R350 grant:
- South African nationals, refugees, asylum seekers, and holders of special permits with limited resources, who are between the ages of 18 and 60.
- Are ineligible for or do not make a UIF contribution.
- Not receiving financial support from any other sources.
There are no specific schedules for the R350 grant payment, in contrast to the social grants, which have set payment dates. Beneficiaries can however check their application status online for each month and wait for the payment notification.
If declined, you may submit an appeal and wait for the outcome.