How To Apply For Sassa Relief Of Distress

How To Apply For Sassa Relief Of Distress

Are you facing financial issues and need assistance? Apply to secure a chance for the award. The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) provides help to suitable persons during times of financial problems or crisis through its Distress Relief program.

Before registering for SASSA Relief of Distress, be sure you fulfill the eligibility requirements. SASSA often assists those who are not working, have a low income, or are experiencing great financial issues. Information on social grants and how to apply is available below on this page.

In this post, you will be provided with detailed information about the eligibility, application procedure, and payment method of the Sassa Relief Grant.

READ: Social Distress Grant Status 2025-2026

Sassa Relief Of Distress Eligibility Criteria for 2025

Applicant must ;

Be a South African Citizen
Be A Refugee in South Africa
Be an Asylum Seeker in South Africa with a valid Section 22 permit or visa
Be a Special Permit Holder in South Africa (under the Special Angolan Dispensation, the Lesotho Exemption Permit Dispensation, or the Zimbabwe Exemption Permit Dispensation)
Be between 18 and 60 years old
Meet the means test, with an income of R624 or less per month
Be unemployed and NOT be receiving financial support from any other source
Have insufficient financial means to support yourself
NOT be receiving any other social grants for yourself
NOT be contributing towards or eligible for UIF payment
NOT be unreasonably refuse to accept employment or educational opportunities
NOT be receiving a stipend from NSFAS (National Student Financial Aid Scheme)

SASSA SRD Required Documents For Application 2025

Applicants must provide the following during application;

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

Sassa Relief Of Distress Registration Procedure for 2025-2026

Applications for the SRD Grant can be submitted via WhatsApp, the SRD Website, or the SASSA Chatbot. Follow the below step-by-step procedure to apply for a Sassa grant;

To Apply Online ;

Visit the SASSA services official website on any device with internet connectivity
Register as a new user on the SASSA services website, by clicking the yellow “Register”
Provide the required personal information
Log in to the SASSA services website using your newly created username and password.
Click on “Apply for a Grant” and then select the type of grant you wish to apply for.
Fill in the grant application form by providing all the required information.
Print the affidavit prepared by SASSA and get it certified by an oath commissioner. Print, sign, and mail your affidavit together with the Bank Payment Form.
Upload the following certified supporting documents in PDF format.

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

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

READ: SASSA SRD Status Check Online Application 2025-2026

Sassa Payment Method

Your Grant will be paid in any method preferred 0f the recipient including the two provided below:

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.

When receiving your grant cash, bring your ID and mobile (with the contact number they used to apply for the award).
When you apply, you may specify your preferred payment method. You may also change your chosen form of payment.

SASSA Grants Contact Details

For any further queries, please contact SASSA directly: