How Do I Confirm That I Still Qualify For 350?

How Do I Confirm That I Still Qualify For 350? SASSA status check

If you are currently getting or willing to apply for this award, it is vital to confirm your ongoing qualifications to continue receiving the support. The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has been providing financial relief to weak individuals during difficult times.

The SASSA R350 Grant has been a lifeline for many individuals affected by the pandemic. In this post, we will guide you through the steps to confirm your eligibility for the SASSA R350 award and ensure you receive the financial help you need.

How to Easily Confirm Your Continued Eligibility for the R350 Grant 2025

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)

By understanding the eligibility criteria, gathering the necessary documentation, and utilizing the available verification options, you can confirm your eligibility smoothly. How Do I Confirm That I Still Qualify For 350?

How Do You Apply for Social Relief Distress(SRD) Sassa 350?

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/ SASSA status check

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: