How To Apply For R350 Grant 2025 August
How To Apply For R350 Grant 2025 August
The R350 grant has been a lifeline for many South Africans during challenging times. If you need financial help, applying for the R350 grant can provide temporary relief. In this post, we will guide you through the process of applying for the R350 grant in August, ensuring you have all the information required to complete your application successfully.
Sassa R350 Online Application Date For August 2025-2026
Since SASSA is a social intervention policy, it is always open for application and there is no closing date for applying.
Requirements Needed To Apply For Sassa R350 Grants 2025-2026
To apply for the SASSA SRD Grant, you must meet the criteria to apply (note that these criteria may change). The criteria are as follows:
- You must reside in South Africa
- You must meet any 1 of these criteria:
- You must be a South African Citizen
- You must be a Refugee in South Africa
- You must be an Asylum Seeker in South Africa with a valid Section 22 permit or visa
- You must be a Special Permit Holder in South Africa (under the Special Angolan Dispensation, the Lesotho Exemption Permit Dispensation, or the Zimbabwe Exemption Permit Dispensation)
- You must be between 18 and 60 years old
- You must meet the means test, with an income of R624 or less per month
- You must be unemployed and NOT be receiving financial support from any other source
- You must have insufficient financial means to support yourself
- You must NOT be receiving any other social grants for yourself
- You must NOT be contributing towards or eligible for UIF payment
- You must NOT unreasonably refuse to accept employment or educational opportunities
- You must NOT be receiving a stipend from NSFAS (National Student Financial Aid Scheme)
How To Apply For R350 Grant 2025 August
SASSA developed multiple ways for applicants to submit their application for the SASSA R350 grant. These methods of application include applying online via the SRD official website, through WhatsApp, In-person at the SASSA center or office, via Chatbox, and using USSD. To apply for the below steps:
Online Application ;
- Visit the SASSA services official website on any device with internet connectivity
- Register as a new user on the SASSA services website, by clicking the yellow “Register”
- Provide the required personal information
- Log in to the SASSA services website using your newly created username and password.
- Click on “Apply for a Grant” and then select the type of grant you wish to apply for.
- Fill in the grant application form by providing all the required information.
- Print the affidavit prepared by SASSA and get it certified by an oath commissioner. Print, sign, and mail your affidavit together with the Bank Payment Form.
- Upload the following certified supporting documents in PDF format.
Apply In-Person/ Office Application;
- Visit a SASSA office close to you
- Completed the SASSA application form in the presence of a SASSA officer
- After completing the application form completely, you will be given a dated stamped receipt that includes the name of the SASSA official who aided you with your application.
- keep your receipt as proof of application
Whatsapp Application;
- Send a message via WhatsApp to 082 046 8553
- Provide your details
- You will receive a Reference number, an OTP, and a link to click
- Click on the provided link, fill in your OTP, and verify your account
- Fill in your surname and ID number
- Confirm the personal details that you provided via the WhatsApp chat
NOTE: If your application is approved, you will be notified by your preferred contact method (e.g., email, SMS, or snail mail). The communication will include information regarding the grant’s approval and the next steps in receiving it.
How To Check Your R350 Grants Application Status?
After submitting your SASSA grant application, it’s important to stay informed about its progress. Here’s how you can track your application:
- On the SRD grants website
- Send a WhatsApp message to 082 046 8553
- Call the Toll Free Call Centre on 0800 60 10 11
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SASSA Contact Details
- For any further queries, please get in touch with SASSA directly:
- Contact the SASSA Toll-Free Call centre on 0800 60 10 11
- Contact the SASSA Head Office on 012 400 2322
- Email SASSA Head Office at: Grantsenquiries@sassa.gov.za
Applying for SASSA online is a convenient way to access social grants without the need for lengthy paperwork and in-person visits. By following this step-by-step guide, you can navigate the online application process smoothly and efficiently. Remember to meet the eligibility criteria, gather the required documents, and follow the simple instructions outlined in this article to stand a chance of receiving the grant. For more information, please visit SASSA Grant’s official website.
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