What to do if R350 grant is still pending?
What to do if R350 grant is still pending? If you have applied for the R350 grant and find that your application is still pending, it’s natural to feel concerned or uncertain about the status of your application. The R350 grant, officially known as the Special COVID-19 Social Relief of Distress Grant, provides temporary financial assistance to eligible individuals in South Africa. In this article, we will provide a step-by-step guide on what to do if your R350 grant application is still pending, helping you navigate the situation and seek a resolution.
Why is my SRD grant pending so long?
A “Pending” application means that your application has not yet been approved. In this instance, SASSA is still in the process of scanning your details so that they can be verified. There is nothing you need to do, just be patient while SASSA conducts their checks.
What to do if R350 grant is still pending?
If your R350 grant is still pending, it is better to go to the nearest SASSA office and contact a representative. You can also call them or contact them via WhatsApp but visiting in person is better as call agents don’t have much control over your application. However, there is no fixed date for the Special Covid-19 R350 SRD grant to be paid. According to the recent update, it is to be noted that the application can also go in pending if there is a lack of funds. In such a case, there is nothing much to do from your side apart from waiting. You can keep checking your Sassa status to keep yourself updated on the situation.
How Do I Check My SASSA Pending Status?
Once you have submitted your appeal, via the instructions above, you may want to follow up to check if your appeal has been assessed and your grant application approved. To check the status of your appeal, follow these steps:
- Visit the SRD Appeal website
- Type in your ID number and mobile number used in your application.
- Your appeal status will now be displayed on your screen.
Read Also: How Do I Know If My SRD Grant Was Approved?
Please note the following:
- Appeals must be lodged for each month in which the R350 grant was rejected.
- The Independent Tribunal will provide an outcome of the appeal within 60 to 90 days of lodging the appeal.
- The Independent Tribunal will check and revalidate your information (including income or alternative financial assistance), with various databases utilized by SASSA.
- The Independent Tribunal’s decision on the appeal is final and no further internal recourse will be available.
SASSA Contact Details
- For any further queries, please get in touch with 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
The R350 grant has been a lifeline for many individuals in South Africa, providing much-needed financial support during challenging times. If you have applied for the R350 grant and find that your application is still pending, you can follow the steps outline in this article to resolve the issue. For more information, please visit SASSA Grant’s official website.
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