SASSA R350 Application

You can apply for the SASSA R350 grant online to receive monthly financial assistance from the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) if you are an eligible individual.

The SASSA SRD grant (Social Relief of Distress) provides temporary assistance to unemployed individuals, refugees, and those without any other means of income.

SASSA R350 Application

SASSA SRD R350 grant has now increased to SRD R370. To apply for the SRD grant, you need to complete the SASSA R350 application, which requires your South African ID card, a cell phone number, and a bank account if you prefer direct deposit instead of collecting your grant at retail pay points.

You can apply for the R350 application online by following this step-by-step process.

1. Visit the SASSA website at srd.sassa.gov.za.
2. Provide your mobile number and click “Send SMS.”
3. Receive a 6-digit OTP number via SMS. Enter the OTP number and click “Verify Pin.”
4. Read and agree to the Terms and Conditions.
5. Fill in your details. If you have a South African ID, enter your ID number. Asylum Seekers with a valid File Number or Special Permit holders with a Passport should provide relevant details.
6. Enter your personal information, including your name, surname, address, and gender.
7. Choose your preferred payment option. Provide your banking details or select the “Send Cash” option.
8. Confirm your payment option and agree to the Terms and Conditions.
9. SASSA will verify your personal and banking details using the Department of Home Affairs database. Please be patient during this process.
10. Once your application is successful, you will receive a confirmation message on your mobile number, indicating an active SRD grant application.
11. Asylum Seekers or Special Permit holders will receive a Payment ID to collect the grant payment at Pick ‘n Pay.

Eligibility Criteria for SASSA SRD Grant Application

To qualify for the SASSA R370 grant, you must meet the following eligibility requirements.

• Be between 18 and 59 years old.
• Have no other source of income or fall under the low-income threshold R624 (Means Test).
• Not receive any other SASSA grants, UIF (Unemployment Insurance Fund) benefits, SARS (South African Revenue Service) benefits, or NSFAS (National Student Financial Aid Scheme) assistance.

Once you find your Sassa R370 application unsuccessful, you can proceed with an SASSA reapplication online. You can check the complete step-by-step method.

Documents required for SRD Grant R370

To apply for the SASSA R370 grant, applicants need to provide complete information.

1. Identity Number or Department of Home Affairs Refugee/Asylum Seeker Permit Number.
2. Name and Surname as captured in the Identity Document.
3. Gender and Disability Status.
4. Contact details, including a valid cell phone number.
5. Residential Address.

Important things to know for SASSA R370 Applicants

• Double-check your information before submission of your SASSA R350 application to avoid application errors or declines.
• Provide accurate ID numbers for South African ID holders or valid File Numbers/Passport details for Asylum Seekers and Special Permit holders.
• Prepare for the SASSA to review your eligibility each month using the Means Test, which ensures that your income and assets are within the acceptable low-income threshold. This review is conducted to determine your continued eligibility for SRD grant benefits.
• Stay updated with the Sassa Status check online to know if your SRD grant application approved, declined, pending, or failed.

SASSA Contact for R350 Grant

• If you have issues with the SASSA SRD grant, contact the toll-free SASSA helpline at 0800601011, or office contact numbers 0137549439, 0137549428, and 0137549454 between 08:00 and 16:00 on weekdays, Monday to Friday.
• You can also use the official email [email protected] or [email protected] for official assistance.