SASSA Gold Cards 2025, Postbank Brings the Black Cards as Replacement

SASSA Gold Card 2025: SASSA Gold Card holders no longer need to worry as Postbank has made it clear that all SASSA beneficiaries will be informed that their social allowances will continue without interruption, even if their card expires. Although some cardholders may have an expiration date on the card, it is important to note that these cards will remain valid until 2024. This means that the expiry date of the card will not prevent beneficiaries from receiving their perks.

This announcement is for beneficiaries who received incorrect information and who were worried that they need to change their bank or replace their SASSA Gold Card immediately. This message from Postbank makes it clear that this is not the case and beneficiaries can use their cards to receive their allowances on time, without any worries.

Where can the SASSA Gold Card be used?

The SASSA Gold Card will remain valid until 2024 and beneficiaries can use it at ATMs of all major banks and major retail stores in South Africa, such as:

• ATMs of all banks
• Major retail stores such as Boxer, Pick ‘n Pay, Shoprate, Usave, Spar and Shoprate

These options will allow beneficiaries to receive their allowances in a convenient manner, avoiding long queues and crowded places.

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Process to replace SASSA Gold Card with Postbank Black Card

Postbank has begun the process of replacing SASSA Gold Card with the new Black Card, which has already been implemented in Pick ‘n Pay and Boxer stores in Gauteng. Beneficiaries must bring a valid or temporary ID and present their ID and official SASSA proxy letter to the proxy collector. This transition will have no impact on the payment process of beneficiaries’ allowances and will be completely free.

Beneficiaries who are sick or bedridden will be given the facility to receive new cards by visiting them at home. The Black Card offers all the benefits of the Gold Card, including free replacement and unauthorised deductions. The existing Gold Card will continue to work until it is replaced with the new card.

Extension of SRD Grant: A big relief

Apart from the Postbank announcement, another important news is that the Social Relief in Distress (SRD) Grant has been extended until May 2025. This grant was introduced by the South African government to combat the economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, and has proven to be a lifeline for many low-income individuals. The government has allocated 34 billion rands to expand this grant.

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Eligibility Criteria for the SRD Grant

Beneficiaries of the SRD grant are currently provided with 2,090 rands every month. There are certain criteria to be eligible for this grant, such as:

• The applicant must be a South African citizen, permanent resident or refugee.
• The applicant must be between 18 and 59 years of age.
• The applicant must undergo a medical or functional assessment that confirms the disability.
• Relevant documents, such as clinical information or reference forms, must be submitted.
• The applicant and their spouse must pass the means test.
• If the applicant does not have an identity card or birth certificate, alternative identity documents prescribed by SASSA may also be accepted.

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Conclusion:

There will be no interruption to your allowances, even if the SASSA Gold Card expires. Postbank has made it clear that beneficiaries do not need to replace their cards. Furthermore, the extension of the SRD Grant and the introduction of the Black Card is a great relief. Through these changes, South African beneficiaries will receive their allowances on time and will be able to avail of their allowances without any worries.

Thus, SASSA Gold Card holders do not need to worry about their card expiry date, as their allowances will continue without any interruption. Postbank has ensured that all beneficiaries will be able to avail of their allowances on time, and their experience will be made even better with the new Black Card. The extension of the SRD Grant is also a great relief to those who are facing the economic crisis.

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