SASSA Grant

How To Apply For SASSA Unemployment Grant With SMS

How To Apply For SASSA Unemployment Grant With SMS

How To Apply For SASSA Unemployment Grant With SMS: Step-by-Step Guide On How to Apply for the SASSA Unemployment Grant via SMS

The South African Social Security Agency offers an Unemployment Grant to those who have lost their jobs and want financial support. Sassa has launched an SMS-based application method to make the application process more accessible. With the SASSA SMS application service, you can apply for the joblessness grant using your mobile phone.

This method enables you to start the application procedures from anywhere at any time. We will lead you through the step-by-step procedure of applying for the Sassa Unemployment Grant by SMS in this guide.

How To Enroll For Sassa Joblessness Grant With Short Message Service(SMS)

To apply for a Sassa unemployment grant is somehow tricky and complicated but it is very simple, easy, and can be done anywhere on any phone with strong network connections and enough airtime. Follow the provided procedure to apply via SMS;

Compose your message Using your mobile phone, create a new message. To begin;

  • Type “Grant” followed by a space.
  • Enter your ID number or passport number, followed by a space.
  • Provide your name and surname, ensuring correct spelling and order.
  • Indicate your residential address.
  • Mention your contact number.
  • Send the message to the specified Sassa SMS number once you’ve completed it with the necessary details.

Sassa Application Documents For Unemployment Grant SMS.

Applicants must provide the below information to complete the application process.

  • ID Number
  • Full Name and Surname (as printed on your ID Document/ ID Card)
  • Gender
  • Physical Address
  • Contact Information (mobile number, email address)

Track The Status Of Your Disemployment Grant SMS Application

If you have applied for the Sassa Unemployment Grant and want to know the status, you can do so in one of the following ways:

  • On the SRD grants website check your Unemployment grant Status
  • Send a WhatsApp message to 082 046 8553
  • Call the Toll Free Call Centre on 0800 60 10 11

Joblessness Grant Status Meaning

Here are some explanations and definitions of some terms relating to the status of your application;

  • 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. How To Apply For Sassa Unemployment Grant With SMS

  • 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 (see above, for how to apply).

  • 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 payday 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

  • Cancelled

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

SASSA Grants Contact Details

For any further queries, please contact SASSA directly:

Applying for the SASSA 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.

RELATED LINKS

Bernice Asante

Recent Posts

My NSFAS. Org. Za Login

My NSFAS.Org.Za Login My NSFAS.Org.Za Login Welcome to the myNSFAS login portal. This is your…

55 years ago

Do Returning Students Apply For NSFAS 2025

Do Returning Students Apply For NSFAS 2025 NSFSA Application Form, Do Returning Students Apply For…

55 years ago

WWW.NSFAS.Org.Za

WWW.NSFAS.Org.Za WWW.NSFAS.Org.Za Empowering your education, enriching your future. The National Students Financial Aid Scheme(NSFAS) website…

55 years ago

How Long Does NSFAS Fund You 2025

How Long Does NSFAS Fund You 2025 Can NSFAS fund you for 7 years, How Long Does…

55 years ago

How Do You Check If NSFAS Will Fund Me 2025

How Do You Check If NSFAS Will Fund Me 2025 My student portal login, How…

55 years ago

My NSFAS.Org.Za 2025

My NSFAS.Org.Za 2025 My NSFAS.Org.Za 2025 Welcome to the National Students Financial Aid Scheme website,…

55 years ago