How To Apply Sassa Money 2024-2025

How To Apply Sassa Money 2024-2025

The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) assists monetarily needy people and families. If you find yourself in a position where you need SASSA funds, it’s essential that you understand the application procedure. We will offer you with a complete step-by-step guidance on how to apply for SASSA money in this post, ensuring that you obtain the assistance you require.

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How To Apply Sassa Money 2024-2025

Applying for Sassa money is simple and straightforward  and involves simple steps. Below are the steps involevs in applying for Sassa money 2024-2025;

STEP 1: Determine Eligibility

Before you begin the application process, you must first determine your eligibility for SASSA grants. SASSA offers many sorts of grants, such as social grants, child support grants, disability funds, and others. To be eligible:

• You must be a resident of 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).

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STEP 2: Required Documents

To apply for SASSA funds, you will need to acquire specific documents. Depending on the sort of grant you are asking for, the particular documentation necessary may differ. Common documents, on the other hand, generally include:

• 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: Application Process

Choose one of these methods to apply for Sassa money:

To apply in person, go to your local SASSA office during normal business hours. Inform the receptionist or information desk that you want to apply for an SASSA award. They will walk you through the procedure, supply you with the necessary documents, and help you complete the application.

Visit the SASSA website and browse to the online application portal if you want to apply online. Follow the instructions, input your information correctly, and submit the relevant papers. Before submitting your application, double-check every details.

STEP 4: Follow Up On Your Application

Once your application has been submitted, you can keep track of your application to know the status, whether denied or approved. You can do so by visiting the official website of SRD, You can contact them via phone, email, or by visiting your nearest SASSA office.

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SASSA Money Payment

Normally, SASSA pays beneficiaries in the first week of each month. SASSA pays the Older Persons award first, followed by the Disability Grant, and then other award categories (Child Support Grant, Foster Child Grant, Care Dependency Grant, War Veterans Grant).

SASSA does not pay the SRD grant on the same day each month; instead, the payment date is decided by when SASSA processes applications and varies from month to month. SRD grants can be given in any of these two ways, depending on the recipient’s preference:

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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.

Applying for SASSA money is an important stride towards accessing financial aid during challenging circumstances. By adhering to the detailed instructions outlined in this guide, you can proceed through the application process with assurance and ease. For more information visit the official website of Sassa.

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