The Special Relief of Distress (SRD) grant is a vital support system for many South Africans who are struggling to make ends meet.
To ensure that grant recipients continue to receive their payments, the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) requires them to reconfirm their grant applications periodically.
The Importance of Reconfirming Your SRD Grant Application
Reconfirming your SRD grant application is essential to ensure that you continue to receive your grant payments.
SASSA requires grant recipients to reconfirm their applications every three months to verify that their circumstances have not changed.
If you fail to reconfirm your application, your grant payments may be suspended or terminated.
Reconfirming Your SRD Grant Application via the SASSA Website
To reconfirm your SRD grant application via the SASSA website, follow these steps:
Go to the SASSA website.
Click on the “SRD Grant” tab and select “Reconfirm Application”.
Enter your ID number and click “Submit”.
Answer the security questions and click “Next”.
Review your application details and update any changes.
Click “Submit” to complete the reconfirmation process.
Reconfirming Your SRD Grant Application via WhatsApp
Alternatively, you can reconfirm your SRD grant application via WhatsApp. To do this:
Send a message to the SASSA WhatsApp number at 082 046 8553.
Type “Reconfirm application” and send the message.
SASSA will respond with a message asking for your ID number.
Send your ID number, and SASSA will guide you through the reconfirmation process.
Reconfirming Your SRD Grant Application via a SASSA Office
If you prefer to reconfirm your SRD grant application in person, you can visit a SASSA office near you. To do this:
Find your nearest SASSA office using the SASSA website or by contacting the SASSA call center.
Visit the office and take your ID document and proof of residence with you.
Inform the SASSA representative that you want to reconfirm your application.
They will assist you in completing the reconfirmation process.
Verifying Your Reconfirmation Status
After reconfirming your SRD grant application, it is essential to verify that your application has been successfully reconfirmed. To do this:
Wait for a confirmation message from SASSA.
This message will confirm that your application has been reconfirmed successfully.
Check your application status on the SASSA website or via WhatsApp to ensure that your application is active and up to date.