The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) is responsible for providing the country’s elderly citizens with much-needed financial support. The Old Age Pension is one of the most important benefits available to eligible seniors, and it is important to understand the payment dates for 2022 to ensure that your benefits are received on time.
2022 Sassa Payment Dates
The SASSA payment dates for 2022 are as follows:
- January: 8th and 22nd
- February: 5th and 19th
- March: 5th and 19th
- April: 2nd and 16th
- May: 7th and 21st
- June: 4th and 18th
- July: 2nd and 16th
- August: 6th and 20th
- September: 3rd and 17th
- October: 1st and 15th
- November: 5th and 19th
- December: 3rd and 17th
These dates are subject to change, so it is important to keep an eye on any updates from the SASSA.
Old Age Pension
In order to be eligible for the Old Age Pension, you must meet certain criteria. You must be at least 60 years old, and you must have lived in South Africa for at least 15 years. You must also have an identity document and a valid bank account for the money to be deposited into.
The amount of money that you receive from the Old Age Pension depends on your income and assets. You can receive up to R1,800 a month if you meet the requirements, but this amount can be reduced depending on your income and assets.
The Old Age Pension is an important benefit for eligible seniors in South Africa, and it is important to understand the payment dates for 2022 to ensure that you receive your benefits on time. If you meet the criteria, you can receive up to R1,800 a month to help with your living expenses. It is important to keep an eye on any updates from the SASSA to ensure that you are kept up to date with any changes to the payment dates.