R350 Application

R350 Application

Complete Guide to the R350 Grant Application for 2025

R350 Grant Application | R350 is what is given to beneficiaries of the South Africa Social Security Agency. This grant is offered to beneficiaries for three months. COVID-19 at its peak left many people in distress and this caused the government to add to the grants. Thus the social relief of distress was introduced to ameliorate the suffering of people who were affected by the COVID pandemic.

Going through the R350 grant application process can be challenging, especially with new updates and requirements each year. This blog post will disclose the essential documents and eligibility criteria you need to be able to apply for the R350 Grant.

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Grants Offered By SASSA Agency

The various grants offered by the agency are:

Care Dependency Grant
Child Support Grant
Disability Grant
Foster Child Grant
Grant-In-Aid
Older Persons Grant
Social Relief of Distress
War Veterans Grant

Eligibility Criteria for R350 Application

Just like every other grant or fund, you must be certain that you qualify before you apply. Once you check for what is needed for eligibility and you are sure you qualify, you can start your application. Here is a short list of the requirements for the SASSA R350 grant. You must meet the following requirements:

You must be a permanent resident in South Africa or must be a citizen of South Africa.
You must be at least 18 years of age
You should be earning less than the minimum wage or have no source of income or financial support
You should not be on any other grant or any other form of social or unemployment insurance
You should not have applied for or received the SASSA R350 grant before
Once you meet all of the requirements listed, you can continue with your application process.

How to Apply for the R350 Application Online

There are three (3) ways of applying for the R350 Grant. You can apply online, through WhatsApp or USSD. Follow the instructions below to apply for the SASSA R350 grant online:

First, open the official site of the SASSA online:
Look for the “R350 grant” link on the homepage and click on it.
If this is the first time you are applying for the grant, you will have to register first.
You register by supplying some details about yourself: These include your name, your ID number, your telephone number and your residential address
After registration, an SMS will be sent to your number with your username and password.
Now, with the username and password given to you, you can log into your account
Go ahead and fill in the application form now by supplying the requested information such as your details, your bank details, and contact information.
Upon completing the form online, click on the “submit” button
Waiting patiently for a confirmation message

You can always check the status of your application by logging in to your account and clicking on the “check status” button.

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To apply via WhatsApp, follow these instructions:

First, save the SASSA WhatsApp number (082 046 8553) to your contacts
Then, send a message to the number that says “Hi” or “Hello”
Once you do, you will receive a prompt for your application
Follow this prompt to complete your application
Now, give your banking details where you can receive your assistance.
If you don’t have a bank account, select “cash payment option”

After you submit your application, you will receive a reference number via WhatsApp that you can use to check the status of your application.

To apply via USSD;

Dial *1347737# from your phone, you will receive prompts and you have to follow these prompts to finish up your application process.

Tips for maximizing your chances of receiving the grant:

Make sure the information you are providing is accurate and the most recent
Cross-check what you are submitting to ensure that you are not submitting errors
Make sure you qualify to apply for any grant before you even start
Keep your reference number safe and use it to check the status of your application
Contact SASSA if you have any questions or concerns about your application or the grant.

SASSA Contact Information

SASSA Toll-Free Helpline: 0800 60 10 11
SASSA Head Office: 012 400 2000
SASSA Fax: 012 400 2257
SASSA Website: https://www.sassa.gov.za
SASSA Email: srd@sassa.gov.za
SASSA Postal Address: Private Bag X55662, ARCADIA, 0083

The R350 grant is a valuable resource for unemployed South African citizens during these difficult times. By following the application process and tips provided in this article, you can increase your chances of receiving the grant and getting the financial support you need to make it through the pandemic. Visit the official website of Sassa Grant.

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