The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) and Postbank have announced that all SASSA Gold Cards will stop working on 28 February 2025, regardless of the expiry date printed on the card.
Beneficiaries are urged to replace their Gold Cards with the new Postbank Black Cards before the deadline to avoid any disruptions in receiving their social grants.
If you rely on a SASSA grant, here’s what you need to know about the upcoming changes, how to get your new Postbank Black Card, and why switching now is crucial.
SASSA Gold Cards Deadline – What You Need to Know
Final Payment with Gold Cards – The last grants using SASSA Gold Cards will be processed between 4-6 February 2025.
Gold Cards Expiration – Even if your SASSA Gold Card has a later expiry date, it will stop working after 28 February 2025.
New Card Required – Beneficiaries must switch to the Postbank Black Card to continue receiving payments without issues.
How to Get Your New Postbank Black Card
To ensure a smooth transition, SASSA has made it easy for beneficiaries to collect their new cards.
Where to Collect Your Postbank Black Card
You can collect your Postbank Black Card at the following participating retailers:
Checkers
Shoprite
Pick n Pay
Usave
Boxer
Steps to Find Your Nearest Collection Point
Beneficiaries can use their mobile phones to find the nearest Postbank card collection point:
Dial: 120218*3#
Reply with: 1 to continue
Select: The number representing your province
This simple process will provide the exact location where you can collect your Postbank Black Card.
What You Need to Bring
To collect your new card, bring one of the following:
Valid South African ID
Temporary South African ID
Important: No card will be issued without these documents.
What Are the Benefits of the Postbank Black Card?
SASSA has assured beneficiaries that the Postbank Black Card offers the same benefits as the Gold Card, along with improved functionality.
Works at all ATMs and retailers’ point-of-sale machines
No waiting period – The card can be used immediately after activation
One free card replacement per year
Three free in-store withdrawals per month
One free monthly statement over the counter
Why You Should Act Now
Deadline is 28 February 2025 – If you do not switch before this date, you may lose access to your SASSA grant payments.
Avoid last-minute delays – Collecting your Postbank Black Card early ensures you continue receiving your payments without disruption.
Better accessibility – The new cards are widely accepted and make transactions more convenient.
Need Help? Contact SASSA or Postbank
If you have any questions, you can contact the relevant authorities:
Postbank Customer Support: 0800 53 54 55
SASSA Helpline: 0800 60 10 11
For more details, visit your nearest SASSA office or Postbank retailer today!
