The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) provides various grants to support vulnerable members of society.
The Special COVID-19 Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant is one such initiative aimed at providing financial assistance to individuals who are unable to meet their basic needs due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Eligibility Criteria for SRD SASSA Grant
To qualify for the SRD SASSA grant, applicants must meet certain eligibility criteria.
These include being a South African citizen, permanent resident, or refugee; being between the ages of 18 and 60; and having insufficient means to support themselves or their families.
Additionally, applicants must not be receiving any other social grant or financial assistance from the state.
Applicants who are currently receiving a social grant, such as the Child Support Grant, Old Person’s Grant, or Disability Grant, are not eligible to apply for the SRD SASSA grant.
However, applicants who are receiving a social grant but are also experiencing extreme hardship due to the COVID-19 pandemic may be eligible to apply.
Required Documents for Application
Before applying for the SRD SASSA grant, applicants must ensure they have the necessary documents.
These include a valid South African identity document or a valid refugee permit; proof of residence; and a valid cellphone number.
Applicants may also be required to provide proof of income or proof of unemployment.
It is essential that applicants provide accurate and truthful information when applying for the SRD SASSA grant.
Failure to do so may result in their application being rejected or delayed.
Application Process for SRD SASSA Grant
Applicants can submit their applications for the SRD SASSA grant through various channels.
These include online application, application through a SASSA office, or application through a designated application site.
Online Application
To apply online, applicants can visit the SASSA website and follow the prompts to submit their application.
Applicants will be required to provide their personal details, as well as information about their income, employment status, and family.
Application through a SASSA Office
Applicants can also submit their applications in person at a SASSA office.
Applicants will be required to provide their personal details, as well as information about their income, employment status, and family.
Application through a Designated Application Site
SASSA has designated various application sites throughout the country where applicants can submit their applications.
These sites may include community centers, libraries, or other public facilities.
How to Check the Status of Your Application
After submitting their application, applicants can check the status of their application through various channels.
These include checking online, contacting a SASSA office, or contacting the SASSA call center.
Checking Online
Applicants can check the status of their application online by visiting the SASSA website and following the prompts.
Applicants will be required to provide their identity number or application number to access the status of their application.
Contacting a SASSA Office
Applicants can also contact a SASSA office to check the status of their application.
Applicants will be required to provide their identity number or application number to access the status of their application.
Contacting the SASSA Call Center
Applicants can also contact the SASSA call center to check the status of their application.
The call center is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Payment of SRD SASSA Grant
If an applicant’s application is approved, they will receive payment of the SRD SASSA grant.
The grant is paid monthly and can be collected from a post office or deposited into a bank account.
Applicants must ensure that they provide accurate and up-to-date banking details to avoid any delays in payment.
Re-Application for SRD SASSA Grant
Applicants who have previously applied for the SRD SASSA grant and have had their application approved must re-apply for the grant every three months.
This is to ensure that applicants continue to meet the eligibility criteria for the grant.
Applicants can re-apply for the SRD SASSA grant online, through a SASSA office, or through a designated application site.
Applicants must provide updated information about their income, employment status, and family, as well as any other relevant information.