How I Apply For R350 Grant

How I Apply For R350 Grant

If you are a South African citizen, applying for the grant can be a straightforward process. The R350 inactive Grant, provided by the South African government, offers those who are not working and need help with temporary financial assistance. This award is an assistance for many residents, assisting them in meeting their criteria during difficult times.

In this post, we will walk you through the process of applying for the R350 joblessness Grant online, ensuring that you get the help you need as soon as possible.

To register for an R350 grant for 2025;

• You must reside in South Africa
• You must meet any 1 of these criteria:
• You must be a South African Citizen
  1. You must be a Refugee in South Africa
  2. You must be an Asylum Seeker in South Africa with a valid Section 22 permit or visa
  3. 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
• It would help if you had 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 Finance)

READ: How To Apply Online For Sassa R350 Grant

Supporting Documents For R350 Grant

The following documents and information are required of applicants during the registration process

• Identification Documents(ID Number)
• Full Name and Surname (as printed on your ID Document/ ID Card)
• Gender
• Proof of residence(Physical Address)
• Proof of Income
• Poof of accounts
• Contact Information (mobile number, email address)

How To Register For the R350 Grant in 2025

The R350 grant application is simple and convenient and can be done through many channels, including the official SASSA website, WhatsApp, and other mediums. Provided below are the various procedures to apply for an R350 grant;

Apply via 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
• Confirm the personal details that you provided via the WhatsApp chat

Apply via the SRD Website:

• 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)
• 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”

Using the SASSA Chatbot:

• In your internet browser, visit the SASSA Website
• Click on the SRD R350 Grant assistance chatbox (the 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

READ: SASSA Grant r350 Status 2025

To Apply In-Person;

• 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

SASSA Grants Contact Details

For any further queries, please contact 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
• Contact details of SASSA offices across the country: Contact SASSA

Applying for the SASSA R350 Grant might give much-needed financial aid during challenging circumstances. You may ensure a smooth and successful application process by following these step-by-step steps.

For more information visit the official website of Sassa.

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