How To Apply R350 Grant Via Whatsapp
How To Apply R350 Grant Via Whatsapp: The R350 grant has been an invaluable source of financial relief for unemployed individuals in South Africa. To make the application process more accessible, the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) introduced a convenient method of applying for the R350 grant via WhatsApp. In this article, we will provide you with a step-by-step guide on how to apply for the R350 grant quickly and easily using WhatsApp.
How To Apply For R350 Grant Via Whatsapp
Applying for a SASSA grant through WhatsApp offers a convenient and user-friendly method to access financial assistance. By following the step-by-step guide outlined in this article, you can initiate and complete your grant application process using your mobile device.
- Send a message via WhatsApp to 082 046 8553
- Provide your personal 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
Requirements Needed To Apply For Sassa R350 Grants
In order to apply for the SASSA SRD Grant, it is crucial that you meet the criteria to apply (note that these criteria may change). The criteria 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)
CHECK YOUR SASSA R350 GRANT STATUS
If you have submitted your application for the SRD Grant and would like to find out the status, 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
SASSA Contact Details
- 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
Applying for the R350 grant has become more convenient with the option to submit your application via WhatsApp. By following the step-by-step guide outlined in this article, you can efficiently apply for the grant and increase your chances of receiving the much-needed financial support. Remember to check your eligibility, save the official WhatsApp number, follow the prompts, provide accurate information, upload supporting documents, and review your application before submission. For more information, please visit SASSA Grant’s official website.
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