Application for SASSA 350 2025

Application for SASSA 350.

Online SASSA Application

With the current trend of financial difficulty in most economies, one can fall on the SASSA grants for relief. The SASSA 350 is a grant of R350 that is given to applicants to help them fend for food, shelter and other important basic needs. This relief grant was introduced by the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) to oversee applications and disbursement.

To apply for any grant from SASSA, you need to follow their set of instructions and provide the necessary documents. The SASSA exists for South African citizens and permanent residents in South Africa. This piece is to equip you with all you need to know to apply for the grant.

List Of Available SASSA Grants in 2025

These are the social grants available in 2025 for applicants who wish to be part of the scheme.

CARE DEPENDENCY GRANT
CHILD SUPPORT GRANT
DISABILITY GRANT
FOSTER CHILD GRANT
GRANT-IN-AID
OLDER PERSONS GRANT
SOCIAL RELIEF OF DISTRESS
WAR VETERANS GRANT
COVID 19 SOCIAL RELIEF OF DISTRESS GRANT (SRD)
GRANT CUSTOMER SUPPORT REQUEST

Eligibility Criteria for Application for SASSA 350 2025

Not everyone qualifies to receive a grant from the SASSA. Because of that, you have to Once you check for what is needed for eligibility and you are sure you qualify, you can start your application. Here is a short list of the requirements for the R350 Grant. You must meet the following requirements:

You must be a permanent resident in South Africa or must be a citizen of South Africa.
You must be at least 18 years of age
You should be earning less than the minimum wage or have no source of income or financial support
You should not be on any other grant or any other form of social or unemployment insurance
You should not have applied for or received the SASSA R350 grant before
Once you meet all of the requirements listed, you can continue with your application process.

Online Application for SASSA 350 2025

Follow the instructions below to apply for the SRD SASSA Grant online:

First, open the official site of the SASSA online:
Look for the “Social grant” link on the homepage and click on it.
If this is the first time you are applying for the grant, you will have to register first.
You register by supplying some details about yourself: These include your name, your ID number, your telephone number and your residential address
After registration, an SMS will be sent to your number with your username and password.
Now, with the username and password given to you, you can log into your account
Go ahead and fill in the application form now by supplying the requested information such as your details, your bank details, and contact information.
Upon completing the form online, click on the “submit” button
Waiting patiently for a confirmation message

You can always check the status of your application by logging in to your account and clicking on the “check status” button.

SASSA Application Through WhatsApp in 2025

To apply via WhatsApp, follow these instructions:

First, save the SASSA WhatsApp number (082 046 8553) to your contacts
Then, send a message to the number that says “Hi” or “Hello”
Once you do, you will receive a prompt for your application
Follow this prompt to complete your application
Now, give your banking details where you can receive your assistance.
If you don’t have a bank account, select “cash payment option”

After you submit your application, you will receive a reference number via WhatsApp that you can use to check the status of your application.

SASSA Application Through USSD in 2025

To apply via USSD;

Dial 1347737 # from your phone, you will receive prompts and you have to follow these prompts to finish up your application process.

Tips for a Successful SRD SASSA Grant

Be certain that you qualify before you put in your application
Ensure that all the needed documents requested are set before you begin your application process
When you are done, cross-check the information you have provided to be sure everything is the way you want it before you submit
Since you will be receiving information on the status of your application from your phone, make sure you always have your phone on

SASSA Grants Contact Details

For any further queries, please get in touch with SASSA directly:

Contact the SASSA Toll-Free Call centre at 0800 60 10 11
Contact the SASSA Head Office on012 400 2322
Email SASSA Head Office at:Grantsenquiries@sassa.gov.za

Having gone through all the methods of applying for the SASSA grants, you can now proceed to look for all the documents you need. Also, ensure that the details that you supply are recent and up to date. Be sure that whatever you are providing is the truth and represents you. If investigations prove otherwise, your application could be turned down. For more information, please visit SASSA Grant’s official website.

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