SASSA Child Support Grant Payment Date Confirmed as 7 May 2026
The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) supports millions of families through child care and fostering grants, helping underprivileged households raise children with monthly financial assistance. This month, the SASSA child support grant payment date confirmed as 7 May 2026, ensuring that children are fed, cared for, and able to attend school without disruption.
SASSA Child Support Grant Payment Date Confirmed as 7 May 2026
For May 2026, the SASSA Child Support Grant payment date is Thursday, 7 May 2026. This schedule distributes the Old Age Grant and Disability Grant, and now SASSA pays the Child Support Grant next on the scheduled payday for the month.
| Grant | Pay Day |
|---|---|
| Child Support Grant | 7 May Thursday (07/05/2026) |
| Foster Child Grant | 7 May Thursday (07/05/2026) |
Eligible households, including parents, legal guardians, or primary caregivers, receive monthly SASSA payments until the child turns 18.
Children placed in foster care under a valid court order receive a Foster Child Grant, paid by SASSA for the duration of the court order.
Beneficiaries must understand that the Care Dependency grant for children is classified under the disability category and is paid alongside the Disability Grant, providing support for children with severe disabilities.
Reminder: If your SASSA grant is declined, you can submit an SASSA appeal online to the Department of Social Development for reconsideration.
SASSA Payments for Child Support Grant
Beneficiaries are urged to check their SASSA status online to confirm grant approval. This confirmation is important for planning your payday and ensuring you receive your Child Support Grant (CSG) without delays.
SASSA will disburse the approved child grants via direct bank deposit for beneficiaries who have successfully linked their bank accounts. Those without bank accounts will be paid through approved retail outlets or by using the Gold card or Postbank black card at ATMs.
Update: SASSA grants payment increased in value from 1st April 2026. The Child Support Grant increase to R580 from R560 and Foster Child Grant receive an increase to R1,290 from R1,250. You can expact a further increase from October 2026.
