How To Claim R350 Unemployment Grant 2025-2026
How To Claim R350 Unemployment Grant 2025-2026
In South Africa, the R350 unemployment grant has been a vital lifeline for many individuals who find themselves without employment and in need of financial assistance. This grant, provided by the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA), aims to eliminate the economic burden faced by those who are jobless. If you are currently jobless and seeking assistance through the R350 unemployment grant.
To claim the R350 unemployment grant, you will need to fulfill specific qualification requirements and follow a set of steps outlined by SASSA. The grant application process can involve several stages, including registration, confirmation, and submission of supporting documents. This guide will provide you with the necessary information and steps to negotiate the application process effectively.
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How To Claim R350 Unemployment Grant 2025-2026
An unemployment grant is given to qualified South Africans who are currently jobless and have no form of financial income. Follow the below procedure to claim R350 unemployment grant 2025-2026;
STEP 1: Determine Your Qualification
All applicants must ensure that meet the qualification requirements determined by SASSA. To apply, you must meet this qualification before you can be considered for the unemployment grant. The general qualification requirement includes;
- You must be settled in South Africa
- You must be a Citizen of South Africa
- 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 the ages of 18 and 60 years old
- You must meet the means test, with an income of R624 or less per month
- You must be jobless and NOT be receiving financial support from any other source
- You must have inadequate financial means to back yourself
- You must NOT be receiving any other social grants for yourself
- You must NOT be contributing towards or qualified for UIF payment
- You must NOT unreasonably refuse to accept employment or educational opportunities
- You must NOT be receiving a salary from NSFAS (National Student Financial Aid Scheme).
STEP 2: Gather Legal Papers
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 unemployment 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: Select An Application Method
Sassa unemployment 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 these methods:
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
- Verify your 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.
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Who Can Apply For Sassa Unemployment Grant 2025-2026?
To be qualified for the Sassa unemployment grant, you must meet certain criteria set by the agency regarding the grant. The qualification requirements for Sassa unemployment grant are:
- You must settle in South Africa
- You must be a South African Citizen
- You must be a Fugitive 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 the ages of 18 and 60 years old
- You must meet the means test, with a income of R624 or less per month
- You must be jobless and NOT be receiving financial assistance from any other source
- You must have inadequate financial means to back yourself
- You must NOT be receiving any other social grants for yourself
- You must NOT be contributing towards or qualified for UIF payment
- You must NOT be unreasonably refuse to accept employment or educational opportunities
- You must NOT be receiving a salary from NSFAS (National Student Financial Aid Scheme).
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.
For more information visit the official website of Sassa.
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