SASSA Grant

How To Claim R350 For Unemployment 2025-2026

The COVID-19 epidemic has had a substantial influence on the job sector in South Africa, leaving many people jobless and in need of financial assistance. The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) implemented the Temporary Employer/Employee Relief Scheme (TERS) to reduce this load.

As part of this plan, qualifying persons can receive an R350 monthly grant to help with their basic requirements. If you need financial aid, this write-up will thread you through the procedure of claiming the R350 for unemployment.

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How To Claim R350 For Unemployment 2025-2026

Follow the below procedure to claim the R350 for unemployment 2025-2026;

STEP 1: Select An Application Method

Apply via WhatsApp:

Send a message via WhatsApp to 082 046 8553
Provide your 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

Apply via the SRD Website:

In your internet browser, visit the SRD Website(if you are a Refugee, Asylum Seeker, or Special Permit Holders, find out how to apply here)
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”

Using the SASSA Chatbot:

In your internet browser, visit the SASSA Website
Click on the SRD R350 Grant assistance chatbox (the 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 2: Agree To The T& C’s

Read and agree to the Declaration and Consent terms.
Read and accept the terms of the You and Your Special COVID-19 SRD Grant paper.

STEP 3: Provide Required Information And Official Papers

All 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)

STEP 4: Select Your Payment Method

Applicants would have to choose from the various Sassa payment methods designed for all applicants. Provided below are some payment methods of Sassa that applicants may have to choose from;

New applicants with a personal bank account, must provide the following information for payment:

Your Bank Name
Your Account Number
Your Branch Name
Your Account Type
Agree to the Terms and Conditions
Submit your Banking Details

New applicants without a personal bank account, must provide the following information for payment:

Choose Payment option – Cash Send
Agree to Terms and Conditions
Submit Banking Details
Existing applicants with a personal bank account, confirm the following information for payment:
Confirm Existing Personal Banking Details
Agree to Terms and Conditions
Click Submit

Existing applicants with the cash option, who would like to change to the bank payment option, provide the following information for payment:

Your Bank Name
Your Account Number
Your Branch Name
Your Account Type
Agree to the Terms and Conditions
Submit your Banking Details

STEP 5&6: Confirmation

Applicants will get an SMS with their banking information, indicating that The SRD R350 Grant application is now active.

SASSA compares your personal information (ID number, name, and surname) to a Department of Home Affairs database, as well as your ID number to recognized databases such as UIF, SARS, and NSFAS. Fraud risk scoring is carried out in partnership with fraud prevention partners, and your ID number and mobile number are cross-checked against known databases. The application procedure is then completed when your application is either granted or declined with a reason.

NOTE:

It is important to monitor the progress of your application once you have submitted it. SASSA will normally send an SMS notice confirming receipt of your application and offering an expected processing time frame. If you haven’t received any updates, you may query about the status of your application directly with SASSA. They may be reached via the SASSA hotline or by visiting the SASSA office nearest to you.

SASSA will transfer the R350 SRD award into the bank account you supplied throughout the application procedure once your application is accepted. Keep an eye on your bank account for any incoming deposits. Once the funds are accessible, you can withdraw them in a variety of ways, including using an ATM or visiting a branch of your bank.

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

In South Africa, claiming the R350 unemployment payment can give much-needed financial aid to jobless persons. You may manage the application procedure more easily and boost your chances of earning the R350 monthly payment by following the gradual method given in this article.
For more information visit the official website of Sassa.

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