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How To Re Apply For SRD 2024-2025

The Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant has been an essential resource for many South Africans during difficult times. If you have already received the SRD grant and need more assistance, you may be wondering how to reapply. In this post, we will walk you through the process of reapplying for the SRD grant, making sure you have all of the information you need to complete the application effectively.

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How To Re Apply For SRD 2024-2025

The steps below outlines how to re apply for SRD 2024-2025;

STEP 1: Determine Eligibility

Before you begin the application procedure, be sure you meet the eligibility requirements. The following are the general requirements:

• You must live within 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).

STEP 2: Documents Required

You will need the following documentation and information to apply for the SRD:

• 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

Applicant must select for the various methods of application to apply for the SRD grant. The application methods are provided below:

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.

WhatsApp:

• Send a message via WhatsApp to 082 046 8553
• Provide your personal details
• You will receive a Reference number, an OTP and 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 your personal details that you provided via the WhatsApp chat.

Apply In-Person:

• Visit a SASSA office close to you
• The application form is available at the SASSA office
• Completed in the presence of a SASSA officer
• Submit certified copies of required doucments
• You will receive a dated stamped receipt
• You will need to keep your receipt as proof of application.

STEP 4: Monitor The Status of Your Application

After submitting your application, you may want to monitor its progress. SASSA usually has platforms or assistance lines where you may ask about the progress of your SRD award application.The processing period for SRD grant applications varies. However, if there has been no communication or resolution for a lengthy period of time, you can contact SASSA to enquire about the status of your application.

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SRD Grant Application Status Meaning

Below are the meaning to some terms used to describe the stsus of your application for SRD;

• Application complete: You have completed the reapplication process and your SRD grant will be verified each month. Check your verification and payment status each month on the SRD website.
• Bank details pending: The application or reapplication was received, but no banking details or preferences were received. Applicants should submit their banking details via the SRD website
• Reapplication pending: A reapplication has not been received. Applicants should submit their application
• Period Pending: Reapplication was successfully received and verification of the application for the period is pending. Applicants should check their application status later in the month
• Period Approved: this means the application was approved for the period. Applicants should check the pay day for details on when to expect their money.
• Period Declined: this means the application was declined for the period, as well as the reason why it was declined. Applicants should submit a request for reconsideration
• Canceled: this means the grant has been cancelled. Applicants may reinstate their grant on the SRD website.

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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.

Reapplying for the SRD grant can give the help you need during difficult circumstances. You may guarantee that your application is completed correctly and effectively by following the procedures provided in this article.

For more information visit the official website of Sassa.

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