SASSA R350 Relief Grant

SASSA R350 Relief Grant: Who Qualifies for the SASSA R350 Relief Grant 2025?

The South African Social Security Agency established the R350 Relief Grant in response to the monetary effects of the COVID-19 outbreak. The goal of this award is to provide those who meet the requirements and have been affected by the worldwide pandemic with short-term financial support.

Social Relief of Distress is paid to South African citizens or permanent residents, who have insufficient means and meet one or more of the following criteria:

In this post, we will look into the details of the SASSA R350 Relief Grant and its significance in supporting South African citizens during these difficult times.

What is meant by the South African Social Security Agency(SASSA) R350 Relief Grant?

The SASSA R350 Relief Grant is a government initiative created to provide financial to jobless South African citizens who do not receive any other form of social or UIF (Unemployment Insurance Fund) benefits. The grant offers a monthly payment of R350 to eligible individuals for six months.

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Eligibility Requirement for SASSA R350 Relief Grant 2025

To qualify, applicants must meet the following criteria:

You must reside in South Africa
You must be unemployed and NOT be receiving financial support from any other source
You must meet any 1 of these criteria:
1. You must be a South African Citizen
2. You must be a Refugee in South Africa
3. You must be an Asylum Seeker in South Africa with a valid Section 22 permit or visa
4. 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)

SASSA R350 Relief Grant Application Process 2025

To apply for Sassa Grant For Unemployment, you can choose any of these methods;

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

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 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 Grant has emerged as a vital support mechanism for unemployed South African citizens during the challenging times brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic. By providing a temporary financial lifeline, the grant has helped countless individuals meet their basic needs and mitigate the socioeconomic impacts of the crisis. It serves as a testament to the government’s commitment to the well-being of its citizens and the nation’s collective effort to navigate through these difficult times.

For more information, click here to visit the official website of SASSA.