The Special COVID-19 Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant has been a vital source of financial support for many South Africans during the pandemic.
If you have applied for the SRD grant, it’s essential to know how to check the status of your application.
SRD Grant Application Status
To check the status of your SRD grant application, you can use the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) website or the SASSA SRD grant website.
Both websites provide a secure and easy way to check your application status.
You will need to provide your South African ID number and the phone number you used when applying for the grant.
Using the SASSA Website
To check your SRD grant application status on the SASSA website, follow these steps:
Step 1: Visit the SASSA Website
Go to the SASSA website.
Click on the “Check Status” button at the top right corner of the page.
Step 2: Select the Grant Type
Choose the “SRD Grant” option from the drop-down menu.
Step 3: Enter Your ID Number and Phone Number
Enter your South African ID number and the phone number you used when applying for the grant.
Click on the “Submit” button.
Step 4: View Your Application Status
Your application status will be displayed on the screen.
If your application is approved, you will see a message indicating that your grant is approved, and you will receive payment details.
Using the SASSA SRD Grant Website
Alternatively, you can check your SRD grant application status on the SASSA SRD grant website. To do this:
Step 1: Visit the SASSA SRD Grant Website
Go to the SASSA SRD grant website.
Step 2: Click on the “Application Status” Button
Click on the “Application Status” button at the top of the page.
Step 3: Enter Your ID Number and Phone Number
Enter your South African ID number and the phone number you used when applying for the grant.
Click on the “Submit” button.
Step 4: View Your Application Status
Your application status will be displayed on the screen.
If your application is approved, you will see a message indicating that your grant is approved, and you will receive payment details.
Using USSD
You can also check your SRD grant application status using USSD. To do this:
Step 1: Dial the USSD Code
Dial 134 7737# on your phone.
Step 2: Follow the Prompts
Follow the prompts to enter your ID number and phone number.
Step 3: View Your Application Status
Your application status will be displayed on the screen.
If your application is approved, you will see a message indicating that your grant is approved, and you will receive payment details.
What to Do if Your Application is Approved
If your SRD grant application is approved, you will receive a payment notification via SMS.
You can then collect your grant payment at any Post Office branch or through a bank transfer.
Make sure to have your ID and proof of address handy when collecting your payment.
What to Do if Your Application is Declined
If your SRD grant application is declined, you will receive a notification via SMS.
You can then appeal the decision by submitting an appeal application on the SASSA website or through a SASSA office.
Make sure to provide all required documentation to support your appeal.