How To Apply For R350

How To Apply For R350

How To Successfully Apply For The SASSA R350 Grant:

The R350 Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant, officially increased to R370 in April 2024, is designed to assist unemployed South Africans and qualifying non-citizens who have no other source of income or financial support. Administered by the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA), this monthly grant plays a vital role in helping individuals meet their basic needs during challenging times.

Applying for the R350 grant is now easier than ever. You can submit your application online through the official SASSA SRD website, and all you need is a valid South African ID or passport, an active mobile number, and your banking details. SASSA uses your cellphone number to send an OTP (One-Time Pin) for verification, so make sure it is registered and working.

To qualify, applicants must be between 18 and 60 years old, must not receive UIF, NSFAS, or any other social grant, and must be unemployed. The application process includes submitting your details, verifying your identity, answering a few screening questions, and providing your preferred payment method, such as your personal bank account.

This guide will show you step-by-step how to apply for the R350 grant, what documents you need, how long it takes for approval, and what to expect after applying. Whether you are applying for the first time or reapplying after rejection, this article will help you navigate the process and secure the financial assistance you deserve.

Submission Date for Sassa R350 Grants 2026

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

Processing Time for the SASSA R350 Grant

• After submission, SASSA may take 2 weeks to 3 months to process your application. You will receive an SMS notification of your application outcome.

Criteria Required To Apply For R350 Grants 2026

To apply for the SASSA SRD Grant, you must meet the criteria to apply (note that these criteria may change). The requirements 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)

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How To Apply For R350 Grants 2026

The following are the steps to follow in applying for R350 grants:

1. Go to the official website: https://srd.sassa.gov.za

Choose your identity status:

• South African ID Holder
• Asylum Seeker or Special Permit Holder
• Click the yellow Apply for SRD Grant button.
• Enter your mobile number and click Send SMS.

Enter the OTP code sent to your phone for verification.

Complete the online application form by filling in:

• Your ID number or file number
• Full name and surname
• Employment and income status

Answer the eligibility screening questions.

Choose your preferred payment method:

• Enter your personal banking details
• Select your bank name, branch code, and account type
• Agree to the Terms and Conditions (Declaration of Consent).
• Review and submit your completed application.

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SASSA SRD GRANT STATUS SIMPLE TERMS

Here is an explanation of what your SRD grant application status means:

• Application complete:

This means you have completed the reapplication process, and your SRD grant will be verified each month. Check your verification and payment status each month on the SRD website.

• Bank details pending:

This means the application or reapplication was received, but no banking details or preferences were received. Applicants should submit their banking details via the SRD website (see above, step 4 of the application process).

• Reapplication pending:

This means a reapplication has not been received. Applicants should submit their application

• Period Pending:

This means reapplication was successfully received, and verification of the application for the period is pending. Applicants should check their application status later in the month

• Period Approved:

This means the application was approved for the period. Applicants should check the pay schedule for details on when to expect their money.

• Period Declined:

This means the application was declined for the period, as well as the reason why it was declined. Applicants should submit a request for reconsideration

• Canceled:

This means the grant has been canceled. Applicants may reinstate their grant on the SRD website

Applying for the R350 grant can provide Important financial assistance to individuals in need. Confirm your eligibility, gather the required documents, and choose the most suitable application channel. Follow the step-by-step instructions provided by SASSA, whether you apply online, via WhatsApp, or at a physical application center. For more information, please visit SASSA Grant’s official website.

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