SASSA Guarantees Grant Access for Beneficiaries Despite Card Switch Deadline

With less than three weeks remaining before the 20 March deadline, approximately 1.9 million SASSA Gold Card holders still need to transition to the Postbank Black Card.

Despite this, SASSA has assured beneficiaries that their social grant payments will not be disrupted, even if they have yet to receive their new cards.

Alternative Payment Methods Available for SASSA Beneficiaries

During an interview on VOC Breakfast, Sbu Nhlangothi, the Acting Regional Executive Manager for SASSA in the Western Cape, reassured beneficiaries that alternative payment methods would be accessible for those awaiting their Postbank Black Cards.

“Beneficiaries can rest assured that even if their current cards become inactive, their grants will still be paid,” Nhlangothi stated.

To ensure continued access to funds, Postbank has introduced multiple solutions, allowing beneficiaries to retrieve their grants without requiring a physical card.

How Beneficiaries Can Access Their Grants Without the Postbank Black Card

Beneficiaries who have not yet received their Postbank Black Card can still access their social grants using the following alternatives:

Payment Method	Details
Cardless e-Wallet Option	Grants can be withdrawn via mobile banking services or ATMs without needing a card.
Post Office Branches	Beneficiaries can collect their grants directly from Post Office outlets.

Postbank Black Card Distribution Will Continue Beyond Deadline

Although the official deadline is 20 March, Postbank will continue issuing the new Black Cards beyond this date. Beneficiaries are encouraged to collect their cards as soon as possible to avoid potential delays in the future.

While the deadline for the Postbank Black Card transition is fast approaching, SASSA beneficiaries will still receive their grants even if they have not yet switched. Postbank has provided multiple solutions, including a cardless e-wallet system and Post Office cash withdrawals, to ensure continued access to funds. Beneficiaries should act promptly to obtain their new cards and avoid last-minute inconveniences.

FAQs

What happens if I don’t switch to the Postbank Black Card by 20 March?

Your SASSA Gold Card will become inactive, but your grant payments will continue. You can access your funds through alternative payment methods like the cardless e-wallet option or Post Office withdrawals.

Can I still receive my Postbank Black Card after the deadline?

Yes, Postbank will continue issuing the Black Cards beyond 20 March, so beneficiaries can still switch at a later stage.

How do I use the cardless e-wallet option?

The e-wallet method allows beneficiaries to withdraw their grants using a mobile banking service or ATMs without needing a physical card.

Can I collect my social grant from any Post Office branch?

Yes, beneficiaries can receive their grant payments at designated Post Office branches if they do not yet have their Postbank Black Cards.