SASSA Child Grants February 2025: This grant supports low-income families in South Africa to secure the basic needs of children. The grant is administered by the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) and is to be distributed in the first week of every month along with the Foster Child Grant and Care Dependency Grant.
SASSA Grant Amount for February 2025
The payment amounts for the various SASSA grants in February 2025 are as follows: >
| Grant Type | Monthly Payment Amount |
|---|---|
| Child Support Grant | R530 |
| Care Dependency Grant | R2,190 |
| Foster Child Grant | R1,190 |
How to check your grant status?
If you want to know if the February 2025 payment has been approved or not, visit the sassacheck.com website. Here, you need to enter your phone number and South African ID number. If your status shows “February 2025 Approved”, you will receive the full payment. >
SASSA Gold Card will not work after 28 February 2025
SASSA has given an important update to all beneficiaries who are still using the SASSA Gold Card: >
- The SASSA Gold Card will become invalid after 28 February 2025.
- To avoid any interruption in payments, beneficiaries should immediately upgrade to the Postbank Black Card.
How to upgrade to a Black Card?
- Dial “120218*3#” from your phone.
- You will get the address of the upgrade center nearest to you.
- By going there, you can easily get a new card.
Where can you use the Gold Card?
As of 28 February 2025, you can use the Gold Card at the following places:
- Large retail stores like Shoprite, Pick n Pay, Spar, and Boxer.
- You can withdraw money from any ATM across the country.
Beware of fake eKYC links
On 4 February 2025, SASSA has issued a fraud alert for beneficiaries. Some fake eKYC links are being circulated on social media and through messages asking beneficiaries to confirm personal information. >
Important information:
- SASSA has confirmed that their official eKYC system is currently under maintenance.
- Do not click on any unknown links and do not share any personal information.
- SASSA is working with relevant departments to fix this issue soon.
Conclusion
There are several important updates for beneficiaries receiving SASSA grants in February 2025.
- Check the February 2025 payment status.
- Upgrade SASSA Gold Card to Postbank Black Card before 28 February.
- Avoid any suspicious eKYC links and only trust official SASSA sources.
FAQs On SASSA Child Grants February 2025
Q. What is the amount of the child support grant in February 2025?
A. The amount of the child support grant for February 2025 is set at R530 per month.
Q. How can I check the SASSA grant status?
A. You can check the status by visiting the sassacheck.com website and entering your phone number and South African ID.
Q. How long will the SASSA Gold Card be valid?
A. Until 28 February 2025, after which the card will no longer work.
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