SASSA Grant

How Do I Apply For The Social Relief Grant 2025-2026

In times of need, applying for a social relief grant might give much-needed financial assistance. Whether you’re dealing with unforeseen bills, unemployment, or other difficult situations, the social relief grant can be a great resource for easing some of the financial strain.

This write-up trains to give you a gradual overview of the application procedure, ensuring you have all of the required information and tools to apply for the social relief award effectively. Following these instructions can help you negotiate the application process and boost your chances of receiving the assistance you require.

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How Do I Put In An Application For The Social Relief Grant 2025-2026

Applying for the Social Relief Grant can be done through various means including, WhatsApp, Sassa Chatbox, Online, and In-person. The application procedure is simple and can be done by all qualified individuals. The application process is quite simple and somehow complicated, therefore follow the below steps to apply for the Social Relief Grant successfully.

STEP 1: SELECT AN APPLICATION METHOD

Please select from one of these methods

WhatsApp:

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
Verify your details that you provided via the WhatsApp chat

SRD Website:

In your internet browser, visit the SRD Website
Fill in your mobile number and ID number and click “send SMS”
You will receive a 6-digit OTP via SMS
Insert the OTP number on the SRD website and click “verify pin”

Apply via the SASSA Chatbot:

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

STEP 2: AGREE TO THE T&C’S

Read and agree to the clauses in the Declaration and the Consent
Read and agree to the clauses on the You and Your Special COVID-19 SRD Grant document

STEP 3: PROVIDE YOUR DETAILS

Provide your personal information, including:

ID Number
Full Name and Surname (as printed on your ID Document/ ID Card)
Gender
Physical Address
Contact Information (mobile number, email address)
SASSA may request further information

STEP 4: SELECT YOUR PAYMENT OPTION / PROVIDE YOUR BANKING DETAILS

New applicants with a personal bank account, must provide the following information for payment:

Your Bank Name
Your Account Number
Your Branch Name
Account Type
Agree to the Terms and Conditions
Submit your Banking Details

New applicants without a personal bank account, must provide the following information for payment:

Choose Payment option – Cash Send
Agree to Terms and Conditions
Submit Banking Details

Existing applicants with a personal bank account, confirm the following information for payment:

Confirm Existing Personal Banking Details
Agree to Terms and Conditions
Click Submit

Existing applicants with the cash option, who would like to change to the bank payment option, provide the following information for payment:

Your Bank Name
Your Account Number
Your Branch Name
Your Account Type
Agree to the Terms and Conditions
Submit your Banking Details

STEP 5: RECEIVE AN SMS

Applicants will receive an SMS with their banking information. The SRD R350 Grant application is now live as a result of getting this SMS.

STEP 6: SASSA CONFIRMATION AND AUTHENTIFICATION

SASSA compares your personal information (ID number, name, and surname) to a database maintained by the Department of Home Affairs. SASSA compares your ID number to recognized databases such as UIF, SARS, and NSFAS. Fraud risk scoring is performed in collaboration with fraud protection partners, and your ID number and mobile number are checked against recognized databases.

After that, your application is either approved or declined with a reason. That concludes the application procedure!

Social Relief Grant Payment 2025-2026

Sassa provides payment options for applications. The applicant or recipient may choose one of these methods to accept payments for their Social Relief grant 2024-2025;

Directly into your bank account
Collected in cash: from Spar, Pick n Pay, Checkers, Shoprite, Boxer, and USave stores. The Post Office will no longer be a collection point for the R350 grants.

Contact Sassa

For any further queries, please contact SASSA directly: