Check status of SRD grant | srd.sassa.gov.za

If you’ve applied for the South African Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant, commonly known as the R350 grant, it’s important to keep track of your application status.

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We will guide you on how to check and keep track of you SRD Grant Status in this article,

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What is SASSA Status Check?

A SASSA status check tells you where your SRD R350 grant application stands. Your status could be:

  1. Approved: Your application is successful, and you’ll start getting payments.
  2. Pending: Your application is still being reviewed.
  3. Declined: Your application wasn’t approved. You might be able to appeal.

Ways to Check SASSA Status

There are a few ways to check your SASSA SRD grant status:

  1. SASSA Website: Go to https://srd.sassa.gov.za, enter your South African ID number, and the mobile number you used during the application. Click “Submit” to get an SMS with your status.
  2. WhatsApp: Save the SASSA WhatsApp number (082 046 8553) and send a message with your ID number.
  3. Phone Call: Dial the toll-free number: 0800 60 10 11 and provide your ID number for an update.
  4. USSD: Dial 1203210# on your phone and follow the instructions.

SASSA Status Check for R350 Payment Dates

Once your application is approved, you’ll want to know when payments will come. While SASSA doesn’t give exact dates, check the SRD website for payment cycle announcements.

You’ll usually get an SMS when payment is processed.

SASSA SRD Payments

The SRD grant gives financial support to eligible South Africans. Payments are made through various methods:

Direct Bank Deposits: If you gave your bank details, payments go straight into your account.

Cash Send: Some banks allow cash withdrawals without a card. You’ll get an SMS voucher.

Post Office: If you don’t have a bank account, collect your grant at the Post Office.

Retail Outlets: Some supermarkets let you collect your grant at the till if you chose this option.

When Will SASSA SRD Payments Be Made?

SASSA doesn’t have a fixed payment schedule but processes payments in cycles. Watch the SRD website and SMS for updates.

What if I Have Issues with SASSA SRD Payments?

If you face delays or haven’t got a payment you should have, here’s what to do:

  1. Check Your Status: Ensure your application is still approved.
  2. Verify Payment Method: Make sure your chosen payment method is correct.
  3. Contact SASSA: Call the toll-free number or send a message via WhatsApp for assistance.

SASSA SRD R350 Appeals

If your application is declined, you can appeal. Here’s how:

  1. Know the Reasons for Decline: Your application might be turned down for various reasons.
  2. Initiating the SASSA Appeal Process: Visit the appeals website, provide details, request a PIN, select the month, state your reason, and submit. Then wait for SASSA’s decision.

Thanks for reading, we hope this article gave your enough information about checking your status of SRD grant.