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SASSA Cash Send at Checkers — How to Collect Your Grant

Collect your SASSA grant at Checkers stores using cash send. Learn the steps, the collection SMS code, and how to check your cash send status.

Written by Lucky Cungwa
Fact-checked & last verified: 2026-08-31

How This Payment Method Works

Cash Send at Checkers lets you collect your SASSA grant in cash at any Checkers store. SASSA loads your payment and sends an SMS with a collection code. You present the code and your ID at the Checkers money counter to receive your cash. Checkers and its sister brand Shoprite (both part of Shoprite Holdings) are among the most common retail collection points for SASSA grants.

How It Works

  • SASSA loads your grant as a cash send to Checkers

  • You receive an SMS with a collection code

  • You go to the Checkers money counter with your code and ID

  • Checkers pays you the cash

Step-by-Step

1

Select Checkers as your payment method

Choose retail collection at Checkers when setting up or updating your payment details.

2

Wait for the collection SMS

Wait for the SMS containing your collection code before going to the store.

3

Go to the Checkers money counter

Go to a Checkers store with your ID and the collection code.

4

Collect your cash

Present your code and ID and collect your grant in cash.

Who To Contact

SASSA Helpline

0800 60 10 11

Checkers Collection Counter

Bring your SMS code and ID

Sources & References

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I collect my grant at Checkers and Shoprite with the same code?

No. Your collection code is specific to the store you selected. Use the same brand you chose for that month. If you need to change, update your payment method on the SRD portal.

Is Checkers cash send free?

Collecting your SASSA grant at a retail store is free — SASSA does not charge for cash send, and neither do the retailers. Be wary of anyone charging a 'fee' to collect your grant.

What should I do if the money is not at the counter?

First confirm your status shows 'Paid' and that you have the correct collection SMS. If the money is not available, do not leave without asking the counter to check, and contact SASSA on 0800 60 10 11 if needed.

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Editorial note: SASSA Help Hub is an independent, unofficial information resource and is not affiliated with the South African Social Security Agency. This page was last reviewed on 2026-08-31 by Lucky Cungwa. See our Editorial Policy, Fact-Checking Policy, and Sources Policy. Found an error? Report it.