The Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant is a vital support system provided by the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) to assist individuals in need.
However, there may be instances where recipients need to cancel their SRD grant, either due to a change in their financial circumstances or because they are no longer eligible for the grant.
Reasons for Cancelling SRD Grant
There are various reasons why recipients may need to cancel their SRD grant.
Some of the common reasons include finding employment, receiving alternative financial assistance, or experiencing a change in financial circumstances.
Additionally, recipients who are no longer eligible for the grant, such as those who have reached the age of 60 and are now eligible for the Old Age Pension, may also need to cancel their SRD grant.
Consequences of Not Cancelling SRD Grant
Failure to cancel the SRD grant when no longer eligible or needed can result in overpayment, which will need to be repaid to SASSA.
Furthermore, recipients who fail to cancel their grant may be required to repay the entire amount received, which can be a significant financial burden.
How to Cancel SRD Grant Online
Recipients can cancel their SRD grant online through the SASSA website.
To do so, recipients will need to visit the SASSA website and click on the “SRD Grant” tab.
From there, recipients will be directed to the SRD grant cancellation portal, where they can initiate the cancellation process.
Filling Out the SRD Grant Cancellation Form
Once recipients have accessed the SRD grant cancellation portal, they will need to fill out the cancellation form.
The form will require recipients to provide their personal details, including their name, surname, and identity number, as well as their grant details.
Recipients will also need to provide a reason for cancelling their grant.
What Happens After Submitting the SRD Grant Cancellation
After submitting the SRD grant cancellation, recipients will receive a confirmation message from SASSA.
SASSA will then process the cancellation request and update the recipient’s grant status.
Once the cancellation has been processed, the recipient will no longer receive the SRD grant payment.
How to Confirm SRD Grant Cancellation
Recipients can confirm the cancellation of their SRD grant by visiting the SASSA website and clicking on the “Status Check” tab.
They will need to enter their identity number and grant reference number to access the status of their grant.
Alternatively, recipients can contact the SASSA call center or visit their local SASSA office to confirm the cancellation of their grant.
Cancellation of SRD Grant Due to Overpayment
In cases where recipients have been overpaid, SASSA may cancel the SRD grant and require the recipient to repay the overpaid amount.
Recipients who are facing financial difficulties and are unable to repay the overpaid amount may be able to negotiate a repayment plan with SASSA.
How to Repay Overpaid SRD Grant Amount
Recipients who have been overpaid and are required to repay the amount can do so by visiting the SASSA website and clicking on the “Repayment” tab.
They will need to enter their identity number and grant reference number to access the repayment option.
Alternatively, recipients can contact the SASSA call center or visit their local SASSA office to make arrangements to repay the overpaid amount.