SASSA Reference Number

When you submit an application for SASSA grant, you’ll receive an Application ID and your Reference Number. This reference number serves as a vital tool to monitor your application’s progress and locate your information within the SASSA system. If you’ve misplaced or forgotten your SASSA reference number, you can effortlessly recover it by following the instructions provided in this guide.

You will need your SASSA Reference Number as evidence for your application. SASSA assigns each application a unique reference number. This reference number helps SASSA identify you as a legitimate applicant, whether you’re appealing for a declined grant or dealing with other issues related to your application.

SASSA Reference Number

Without your Application ID and Reference number, it becomes challenging to track the progress of your application, whether it’s your first time applying, reapplying, updating personal details, or changing SASSA bank details. You can find your application Reference Number by following the steps below.

1. Retrieve Your SASSA Application Reference Number Using the USSD Code
2. Use SASSA WhatsApp to Receive Your Reference ID Number
3. SASSA Phone Number to Get Your Reference Number

Retrieve Your SASSA Application Reference Number Using the USSD Code

1. You can dial *120*3210# USSD code on your mobile phone.
2. You will get a prompt that appears on the phone screen.
3. Provide the requested details such as your ID number and phone number.
4. Once you reply to the prompt, you will get your SASSA reference number.

• This is an example of a SASSA Recipient Reference Number “555 6677 STATUS.”

Use SASSA WhatsApp to Receive Your Reference ID Number

1. Send a message with the word “SASSA” to the official WhatsApp number 0820468553.
2. Respond with “Yes” and then request your reference ID number.
3. Follow the provided steps to retrieve your reference number.
4. A SASSA agent will get you your reference number.

SASSA Phone Number to Get Your Reference Number

1. Dial 0800601001 on your phone to reach the SASSA help desk, available 24/7.
2. Choose option 1 to contact a customer service representative (CSR) following the prompt.
3. You will be connected to a SASSA assistant that help you retrieve your reference number.

Once you have received your SASSA Reference Number, be sure to write it down and keep it safe for future reference.