How To Get The Sassa Unemployment Grant 2025-2026

How To Get The Sassa Unemployment Grant 2025-2026

In times of economic insecurity and unemployment, social assistance programs can provide vital assistance to individuals and families in need. If you’re looking for information on how to access this grant in 2025-2026, you’re in the right spot.

This lead will give you a clear understanding of SASSA Unemployment Benefits and the steps you need to take to apply for and receive benefits. Learn about admission criteria, the application process, and required official papers and important dates to comply with.

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Who Can Get The Sassa Unemployment Grant 2025-2026?

To apply for the Sassa unemployment grant, you must ensure that you meet the requirements. Provided below are the qualification requirements for the R350 Unemployment grant;

You must settle in South Africa
You must be jobless and NOT be receiving financial support from any other source
You must meet any 1 of these criteria:

You must be a Citizen of South Africa
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 an income of R624 or less per month
You must have inadequate financial means to support 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 Finance).

How To Apply For A Sassa Unemployment Grant

Applying for a Sassa unemployment grant can be done through various methods and means. Below are the various methods of applying for a Sassa unemployment grant;

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

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”

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

To Apply In-Person;

Visit a SASSA office close to you
Completed the SASSA application form in the presence of a SASSA officer
After completing the application form completely, you will be given a dated stamped receipt that includes the name of the SASSA official who aided you with your application.
keep your receipt as proof of application.

SASSA Grants 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
Contact details of SASSA offices across the country: Contact SASSA

Applying for the SASSA Grant might give much-needed financial aid during challenging circumstances. You may ensure a smooth and successful application process by following these step-by-step steps.

For more information visit the official website of Sassa.

How Apply For R350 Unemployment Grant

Bernice Asante