How to Transfer Money from SASSA Card to Capitec

Receiving SASSA grant payments from registered SASSA cash points is a lengthy and tiring process. Beneficiaries have to wait for hours in queues to receive their payment. Moreover, most of the SASSA beneficiaries are not financially stable enough. They can not afford to travel to receive their grant.

To make things simple and efficient for its beneficiaries, SASSA has provided the facility to transfer money from their SASSA card to Capitec. This has allowed millions of people receiving grants from SASSA to easily receive their grant payments without any hassle saving them the cost and trouble of traveling. The complete process of transferring your money from your SASSA card to your Capitec bank account is given below.

The method given below can be used by beneficiaries receiving any SASSA grant including Old Age grant, Disability grant, War Veteran’s grant, Care Dependency grant, Foster Child grant, Child support grant, Child support grant Top-Up, Grant-in-Aid, and Social Relief of Distress. This method is also effective in transferring your money from your SASSA card to any other South African bank you have an account with.

This method also works for the SASSA beneficiaries who are receiving Old age grant from SASSA and are living in SASSA old age homes for pensioners. If you’re a SASSA beneficiary living in SASSA old age homes receiving the grant payment in your SASSA card. You can use this method to transfer your grant funds from your SASSA card to Capitec or any bank you have an account in.

Requirements for transferring money from SASSA card to Capitec

Before you start the process of transferring your money from your SASSA account to Capitec, make sure to take care of the following things:

You must have an active SASSA grant.
You must have an active SASSA card.
You must have a personal bank account in Capitec Bank. If you don’t have one, you can open it easily.
You must have all your Capitec bank account details including:
Your Capitec account number.
Your Capitec account type.
Your Capitec branch code.

Methods to transfer money from SASSA Card to Capitec

There are two available methods to transfer your money from your SASSA card to your Capitec bank account. These methods are simple and effective and anyone can use them easily to start receiving their grant in their Capitec bank account.

Through SASSA official website

SASSA’s official website can be used to transfer the grant funds from the SASSA card to Capitec easily. You can transfer your money from your SASSA card to Capitec by the following method:

Open the SASSA official website https://srd.sassa.gov.za/said
Click on “South African ID holder” (if you’re a South African ID holder) or “Asylum Seeker/Special Permit Holder” (if you’re not a South African ID holder)
In the menu scroll down to “How do I change my banking details”
Enter your 13-digit South African ID number and click “Submit”
You will receive an OTP on your registered SASSA cell phone number.
Enter the OTP in the required section and click “Verify”
You will receive a secure link via SMS.
Open the link, follow the instructions, and enter your necessary banking details including:
Capitec Bank Account Number
Capitec Bank Branch Code
Capitec Bank Account Type
Submit the form and thus your request to transfer money from the SASSA card to Capitec will be completed.

Through SASSA office

To transfer money from your SASSA card to your Capitec bank account, follow the instructions given below:

Visit your nearest SASSA office.
Request Annexure C (Bank Form) from a SASSA representative.
Fill out the Annexure C form with correct and valid information. Make sure to enter the following details:

Your details such as name, ID number, and Email address.
Your Capitec account details including account number, account type, and branch code.

Get your Annexure form signed and stamped by the Capitec Bank representative to verify that you have an account in the Capitec Bank.
Visit your nearest SASSA office and submit the form. SASSA representative will review your application and submit it.
SASSA will verify and approve your application and transfer your money from your SASSA card to Capitec.

Tips for the SASSA cardholders

Perform your SASSA status check regularly to inform yourself about your grant payment date and plan your finances for the month.
While filling out your application, always make sure that the number you’re entering is registered in your name. You can change your SASSA cell phone number if you haven’t changed it yet.
The new banking details will used only for future payments. You have to receive the previous grant funds through the previously selected method of payment.
The verification process of changing bank details takes about 30 days after applying. After 30 days you’ll be notified by SASSA about your changed bank details.

Conclusion

Having the grant deposited directly into a personal account saves recipients the hassle of physically collecting the funds from the SASSA office or another location. This is especially important for those having mobility issues or who live far from the nearest SASSA distribution point. Moreover, direct deposit minimizes the risk of loss or theft associated with carrying cash. Funds in a bank account are generally more secure and can be accessed through methods like ATM withdrawals or electronic transfers, which are safer than carrying large sums of cash. By following the above guide, one can easily transfer money from their SASSA card to their Capitec bank account.

FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)

You can transfer money from your SASSA card to your bank account through the SASSA office or the SASSA official website. You just need to follow the instructions given above.

Yes, you can change your SASSA card to a bank account online by filling out the banking details form through the SASSA official website

You can use the SASSA card at any ATM throughout the country. This might include standard bank withdrawal charges.

You can get your grant funds in your bank account by changing your payment method and changing your bank details.

You can withdraw your grant funds through any ATM or cash retailer services such as Boxer, Pick n Pay, Usave, Spar, and Shoprite.

Unlike some other forms of money, like cheques, SASSA payments don’t come with an expiry date. So, you can take your time to use it whenever you need it.