How To Apply For UIF R350

How To Apply For UIF R350: How to Qualify and Apply for UIF R350 Relief Grant for 2025

If you are a South African citizen who has lost your income due to the pandemic, you may be qualified for financial help from the Unemployment Insurance Fund (UIF). The Unemployment Insurance Fund (UIF) assists those who have lost their jobs or have had their income decreased.

Applying for the UIF grant can seem difficult but we are here to guide you through the process. The R350 COVID-19 Social Relief of Distress award is one of the UIF’s relief initiatives. If you are qualified and require assistance, this guide will lead you through the application procedure for UIF R350.

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UIF R350 Application Eligibility Criteria for 2025

Applicant must be:

South African Citizens, Permanent Residents, or Refugees registered with Home Affairs;
Resident within the borders of the Republic of South Africa;
Above the age of 18;
Unemployed;
Not receiving any income;
Not receiving any social grant;
Not receiving any unemployment insurance benefit and does not qualify to receive unemployment insurance benefits;
Not receiving a stipend from the National Student Financial Aid Scheme;
Not receiving any other government COVID-19 response support; and
Not resident in a government-funded or subsidized institution.

Required Documents For UIF Grant Application

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

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Unemployment Insurance Fund (UIF) R350 Payments

Your grant can be paid either directly in cash at a pickup point or through an active bank account. Grant can be 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. Take along your ID document and cellphone (which has the contact number they used to apply for the grant) when collecting your grant payment.

How To Apply For Unemployment Insurance Fund (UIF) R350

Before you apply ensure that you meet the eligibility criteria and have in your possession your supporting documents. Follow this step-by-step procedure to apply;

Visit the official website of the Department of Social Development or the UIF.
Look for the UIF R350 application portal or link.
Provide the requested personal details, including your name, ID number, and contact information.
Enter your banking details accurately to ensure a seamless payment process.
Review and submit your completed application

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SASSA Grants Contact Details

For any further queries, please get in touch with SASSA directly: