How To Apply For SRD Grant R350 2024-2025

How To Apply For SRD Grant R350 2024-2025

People in need can receive temporary financial support by applying for the Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant of R350. The SRD grant is intended to reduce the immediate economic burden of poor South Africans, particularly during times of crisis or economic distress.

This article will bring you through the R350 SRD grant application process, assisting you in understanding the qualifying criteria and offering step-by-step directions to finish your application.

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How To Apply For SRD Grant R350 2024-2025

Applying for SRD grant involves some critical steps that must be considered carefully during application. Sassa has develop[ed various mode of application. Follow the below guidelines to apply for SRD grant 2024-2025;

STEP 1: Determine Eligibility

All applicants must ensure that meet the eligibility criteria determine by SASSA. To apply, you must meet theses eligibility before you can be considered for the SRD grant. The general eligibility requirement includes;

• You must reside within South Africa
• 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 a 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 be unreasonably refuse to accept employment or educational opportunities
• You must NOT be receiving a stipend from NSFAS (National Student Financial Aid Scheme).

NOTE: The eligibility criteria may vary and are subject to change Depending on the type of grant required and the period of application.

STEP 2: Gather Documents

Sassa requires certified copies of some documents to confirm the provided information for the grant,therefore applicants must have in possession of these documents before attempting to apply for the SRD grant;

• ID Number (or your passport number/ special permit if you are not a South African citizen)
• Full Name and Surname (as stated on your official ID document/ passport)
• Phone number (SASSA will use this number to contact you regarding your status so make sure you have access to this mobile number)
• Physical Address or residential address

STEP 3: Choose An Application Method

SRD Grant applications can be submitted via WhatsApp, the SRD website, or the SASSA Chatbot. You should only apply using one way,however, submitting several applications will not speed up the process and may even slow it down.

Select one of theses methods:

WhatsApp:

• Send a message via WhatsApp to 082 046 8553
• Provide your personal details
• You will receive a Reference number, an OTP and 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 your personal details that you provided via the WhatsApp chat

Apply via the SRD Website:

• In your internet browser, visit the SRD Website
• 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”

Apply via the SASSA Chatbot:

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

STEP 4: Track Your Application

Once your application has been approved, you may track the status of you r application to know whether it has been approved or rejected. You can check your application status in either of these ways:

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

READ: How To Apply For A R350 Sassa Grant 2024-2025

How Long Will I Receive SASSA Grant For?

As long as you meet the requirements, you will be eligible for the SRD Grant. Due to SASSA’s changed requirements, applicants are not required to verify their grant applications.

Existing candidates can update their screening questionnaire responses if their circumstances change, as well as remedy errors.

READ: How To Apply For Grant At Sassa

Contact Sassa

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.

By following these simple steps, you can successfully apply for the SRD grant in South Africa.

For more information visit the official website of Sassa.

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