How To Apply For R350 Grant VIA Phone
How To Apply For R350 Grant VIA Phone
The R350 grant was set up by the South African government as a temporary measure to offer financial support to persons in need. During difficult times, the grant has proven to be essential to many people and families.
The application procedure has been streamlined to enhance accessibility for all, allowing applicants to apply for the R350 award simply over the phone. This post will walk you through the process of applying for the R350 award using your phone.
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R350 Grant Eligibility Requirements
Individuals interested in the R350 grant must meet certain requirements before applying for the grant. In order to apply for the R350 grant you must ensure that ;
- You must reside in South Africa
- You must meet any 1 of these criteria:
- You must be a South African Citizen
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- 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 Finance)
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How To Apply For R350 Grant VIA Phone
Individuals can for the RT350 grant via phone either through USSD, WhatsApp or calls through the Toll-free Number. Select from the provided procedures to apply for an R350 grant via phone;
Applying for VIA toll-free Number;
- Dial the SASSA Call Center:
Call the SASSA toll-free number at 0800 60 10 11. Ensure you have a stable phone connection and sufficient airtime credit.
- Respond to the Interactive Voice Response (IVR):
Pay close attention to the voice instructions and choose the relevant alternatives. submit correct replies to the questions posed, making certain that the information you submit corresponds to the papers you provided previously
- Confirm Personal Information:
The IVR will ask for personal information such as your ID number, complete name, residence address, and contact information. To avoid mistakes, double-check the information supplied.
- Submit Banking Details:
If you have a bank account, you will be prompted to give account information such as the bank name, branch code, and account number. If you do not have a bank account, you can use the SASSA/SAPO Card option.
- Review and Confirm:
The information you offered will be summarised by the IVR. Take a minute to go over the information and double-check its accuracy. If any errors are discovered, simply follow the prompts to rectify the information.
- Application Acknowledgment:
The IVR will present you with an acknowledgement reference number once you have finished the application procedure. Make a note of this number for future use.
Apply Via USSD;
- Dial *134*7737# from a cell phone
- Follow the USSD prompts
- Correspond and submit all required information
- Review and confirm your provided information
- Submit your application successfully.
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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 assure 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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