The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) and the Social Relief of Distress Grant (SRD Grant) are administered by Section 32 of the Social Assistance Act, 2004 (Act No. 13 of 2004). They are implemented with the Minister of Finance’s approval.
The Social Relief of Distress Grant (SRD Grant) is intended for South African citizens, refugees, asylum seekers, and Special Permit Holders who are between the ages of 18 and 60 have insufficient means, do not receive social grants on behalf of themselves/himself, are not contributing to or eligible for UIF payment, and have no other financial support.
Because we are no longer in a state of disaster, the Special Relief of Distress (SRD) award is now administered under the Social Assistance Act rather than the State of Disaster Act. So, how will SRD grant applications function from here on out?
How to Apply for the SRD Grant Online?
- Following are the steps to apply for Sassa Application online:
- Visit srd.sassa.gov.za.
- Scroll down to the section titled “How Do I Apply for This SRD Grant?”
- Click on the yellow ‘click here to apply online bar.
- Enter your mobile phone number.
- Click the “send SMS” button.
- Then input the one-time pin issued to the number by Sassa.
Continue the application procedure by completing the steps specified by Sassa.
How to Apply for the SRD Grant on WhatsApp?
Following are the steps to apply for the Sassa application on Whatsapp:
- Add 082 046 8553 to your phone’s contact list.
- Send a message to this number on WhatsApp saying “hello.”
- You will then receive a response, to which you should respond with the word ‘help.’
- You will be offered several alternatives; select ‘4’.
- This will take you to the Unathi Sassa platform message, to which you should respond with ‘SRD.’
- You must then confirm whether you are applying for yourself or someone else.
- The application process begins, and you must submit your name, surname, and ID number in the message.
- You will then receive a Whatsapp message with the next steps.
An applicant must offer consent for Sassa to verify their identification, residency, income, or social security benefits to access or consider your SRD grant application. Applicants must also agree and consent to the declaration and consent.
Existing beneficiaries are encouraged to reapply under the new Act. You will not be required to apply again once you have reapplied.
Applicants are encouraged to submit only one application rather than several applications across multiple platforms. When the application is successfully submitted, you will receive confirmation.
Details Needed for Sassa Online Application
To access or assess your SRD grant application, applicants must provide SASSA permission to authenticate their identity.
- Confirmation that they have read and accepted the Declaration and Consent Documents provisions
- Personal Information Mobile Number (cell phone number)
- Information on Employment and Lifestyle Sustainability
- Banking Specifics
Conclusion
So, in 2022, you can apply for the Sassa R350 online by following the above steps. These two methods are the most straightforward and straightforward ways to apply for the Sassa R350 grant.
Frequently Asked Question (FAQ)
There are various ways to submit your SASSA online application for the R350 grant. You have the option of submitting an online application or mailing your application. In both circumstances, knowing how to do it correctly is critical to the success of your application.
You do not need to apply for the R350 grant again. The budget can only be reapplied once. However, grant beneficiaries must answer questions every three months about their financial situations.
Pending signifies that your application has not yet been authorized; your information must still be examined and validated first. Once accepted, SASSA will send you an SMS requesting your banking information, and you will be paid. The unique COVID-19 SRD award does not have a specific payment date.