The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) provides financial assistance to eligible citizens through various grant programs, including the Special Relief of Distress (SRD) grant.
As the year comes to a close, many beneficiaries are eagerly awaiting the December SRD grant payment.
SRD Grant Payment Schedule
SASSA typically pays out grants on a specific day each month.
For the SRD grant, payments are usually made on the same day every month.
However, the exact payment date may vary from month to month, depending on various factors, including weekends and public holidays.
For December, the SRD grant payment is expected to be made on a specific day, which will be announced by SASSA in due course.
Beneficiaries can expect to receive their grants on the same day every month, provided they meet the eligibility criteria and their applications are approved.
How to Check SRD Grant Status
To check the status of your SRD grant application, you can follow these steps:
You can check your SRD grant status by dialing 134 7737# on your cellphone, then following the prompts.
You will need to enter your ID number and the phone number you used to apply for the grant.
Once you have entered the required information, you will receive a message indicating the status of your application.
Alternatively, you can check your SRD grant status on the SASSA website.
To do this, go to the SASSA website and click on the “Check Status” button.
Enter your ID number and the phone number you used to apply for the grant, then click on the “Submit” button.
You will then see the status of your application on the screen.
SRD Grant Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the SRD grant, applicants must meet certain criteria. These include:
Age Requirement
Applicants must be between the ages of 18 and 60 years old.
However, if you are older than 60 years, you may still be eligible for other types of grants, such as the Old Person’s Grant.
Residency Requirement
Applicants must be South African citizens, permanent residents, or refugees registered with the Department of Home Affairs.
You must also be resident in South Africa at the time of application.
Income Requirement
Applicants must not be receiving any other social grant, nor may they be receiving an income from any source.
However, if you are receiving a foster child grant, you may still be eligible for the SRD grant.
Other Requirements
Applicants must also meet other requirements, such as being unable to support themselves and their families, and having no other means of support.
SRD Grant Application Process
To apply for the SRD grant, you can follow these steps:
Online Application
You can apply for the SRD grant online through the SASSA website.
To do this, go to the SASSA website and click on the “Apply for Grant” button.
Fill in the required information, then submit your application.
WhatsApp Application
You can also apply for the SRD grant via WhatsApp.
To do this, send a message to the SASSA WhatsApp number, then follow the prompts.
USSD Application
Alternatively, you can apply for the SRD grant using the USSD code 134 7737#.
Follow the prompts to complete your application.
In-Person Application
You can also apply for the SRD grant in person at your local SASSA office.
To do this, visit the SASSA office during business hours, then speak to a SASSA representative who will assist you with your application.
SRD Grant Payment Amount
The SRD grant payment amount is R350 per month.
This amount is paid to eligible beneficiaries every month, provided they meet the eligibility criteria and their applications are approved.
SRD Grant Re-Application
If your SRD grant application is declined, you can re-apply for the grant.
To do this, you will need to submit a new application, providing all the required information and supporting documents.
Your new application will then be assessed, and you will be notified of the outcome.