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How Do I Apply For Sassa R350 Grant Online Form 2025?

Are you interested in applying for the SASSA R350 grant 2025 and prefer the convenience of an online application? This post will guide you through the procedure.

The Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant offered by the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has been helpful to many individuals facing financial issues in South Africa.

By following the step-by-step guidance below, you can complete the online form and submit your submission for consideration. Applicants must make sure they fulfill the application qualifications before registering else their application will not be successful.

Is the SRD Sassa 350 Application Open for 2025?

Since SASSA is a social intervention policy, it is always open for application and there is no closing date

Sassa Srd 350 Grants Qualifications Required

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)

Sassa R350 Grant Online Form 2025 Procedure

With your mobile phone, computer, or laptop connected to the internet, applicants can follow these 6 simple steps to apply for the SRD Grant

STEP 1: CHOOSE AN APPLICATION METHOD

Applications for the SRD Grant can be submitted via WhatsApp, the SRD Website, or the SASSA Chatbot. You should only apply via one method – submitting more than one application will not speed up the process it may slow down your application.

Please read how to apply each of these methods:

WhatsApp:

1) Send a message via WhatsApp to 082 046 8553
2) Provide your details
3) You will receive a Reference number, an OTP, and a link to click
4) Click on the provided link, fill in your OTP and verify your account
5) Fill in your surname and ID number
6) Confirm the personal details that you provided via the WhatsApp chat

SRD Website:

1) In your internet browser, visit the SRD Website (if you are a Refugee, Asylum Seeker, or Special Permit Holders, find out how to apply here)
2) Fill in your mobile number and ID number and click “send SMS”
3) You will receive a 6-digit OTP via SMS
4) Insert the OTP number on the SRD website and click “verify pin”

SASSA Chatbot:

1) In your internet browser, visit the SASSA Website
2) Click on the SRD R350 Grant assistance chatbox (the orange box on the side of the screen)
3) Fill in your ID number and mobile number
4) On the chat, choose the option to apply for the SRD R350 grant
5) Click on the SRD website link provided by the SASSA Chatbot
6) Follow the SRD website steps

CHECK YOUR SASSA SRD GRANT STATUS

If you have submitted your application for the SRD Grant and would like to find out the status, you can check your application status in either of these ways:

On the SRD grants website
Send a WhatsApp message to 082 046 8553
Call the Toll Free Call Centre on 0800 60 10 11

Applying for the SASSA R350 grant online can provide a convenient and efficient way to access financial assistance. By following the step-by-step guide outlined in this article, you can navigate the application process with ease. Remember to gather the necessary documents, complete the online form accurately, and upload the required supporting documents. Be patient while awaiting a response from SASSA regarding the status of your application. For more information, please visit SASSA Grant’s official website.

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