The Special Relief of Distress (SRD) grant is a vital support system for many South Africans who are struggling to make ends meet.
However, to access this grant, applicants need to keep track of their application status and details, including their application ID.
Knowing Your SRD Grant Application Status
To retrieve your SRD grant application ID, you first need to know the status of your application.
The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) provides several channels through which applicants can check their application status.
You can check your status via SMS, WhatsApp, or the SASSA website.
To check your status via SMS, send a message with your ID number and the word “status” to 082 046 8553.
For WhatsApp, send a message with your ID number to 082 046 8553.
Retrieving Your SRD Grant Application ID via SMS
If you have already applied for the SRD grant and need to retrieve your application ID, you can do so via SMS.
To retrieve your application ID, send a message with the word “application” and your ID number to 082 046 8553. SASSA will then send you a reply with your application ID.
Make sure to keep this ID safe, as you will need it to check your application status or to make any changes to your application.
Retrieving Your SRD Grant Application ID via WhatsApp
Alternatively, you can retrieve your SRD grant application ID via WhatsApp.
To do this, send a message with the word “application” and your ID number to 082 046 8553.
SASSA will then respond with your application ID.
This method is convenient, as you can easily keep a record of your conversation with SASSA.
Retrieving Your SRD Grant Application ID via the SASSA Website
You can also retrieve your SRD grant application ID via the SASSA website. To do this, follow these steps:
- Go to the SASSA website.
- Click on the “SRD Grant” tab.
- Select “Application Status”.
- Enter your ID number and click “Submit”.
- Your application status and ID will be displayed on the screen.
Keeping Your SRD Grant Application ID Safe
It is essential to keep your SRD grant application ID safe, as it contains sensitive information.
Make sure to store it in a secure location, such as a password-protected digital file or a safe.
Avoid sharing your application ID with anyone, unless it is absolutely necessary.
If you suspect that someone has accessed your application ID without your permission, report it to SASSA immediately.