You have the option to apply for the R350 grant online in order to receive much-needed financial assistance as a citizen in need. This Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant is offered by the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) and is available to unemployed individuals, refugees, and those who do not have any source of income.  

In order to apply for the SASSA R350 Grant, it is necessary to fulfill certain criteria. These include being between the ages of 18 and 59, having no other source of income, and not having received any other social grants from SASSA. If you meet these requirements, you can follow the steps below to apply for the SRD grant.  

SASSA R350 Grant Application

In order to complete the SRD Grant Application online, it is important to have a South African ID card, Green ID book, Asylum permit with a valid File Number, or Special Residency Permit with a Passport, as well as your name and registered cell phone number.  

  1. To apply for R350 grant you can visit the SRD portal online.
  2. Enter your Cell Phone Number (cell phone number) and click the “Send SMS” button.
  3. You will receive a 6-digit OTP number in the message.
  4. Enter the OPT number and click the “Verify Pin” button.
  5. Agree to Terms and Conditions for Declaration and Consent Document Rules.
  6. South African ID holders can provide an ID Number while others can enter a Special Permit
  7. File Number.
  8. Provide personal details including, Name, Surname, Address, and Gender.
  9. Provide your banking details (Bank Name, Branch, Account Type, and Number) or choose the payment option “Send Cash.”
  10. Submit your payment option and Agree to the Terms and Conditions.
  11. Wait for the SASSA verifications from the Department of Home Affairs database for your personal and banking details.
  12. You will soon obtain a Sassa confirmation message on your mobile number indicating your SRD R350 grant is active.
  13. Asylum Seekers and Special Permit holders will get a Payment ID to collect payment at Pick ‘n Pay.

After you have successfully apply for SASSA R350 application, perform SRD Status Check Online.

Check SASSA SRD R350 Grant Application Status

You can check the status of your SASSA R350 application, by following these steps.

  1. To check SASSA R350 Status visit sassagrantstatus.co.za
  2. Look for the ‘SRD R350 Grant’ section on the website’s homepage.
  3. Click on the ‘Check Application Status’ button.
  4. You will be prompted to enter your ID number and cell phone number.
  5. After entering your details, submit the form to check your application status.
  6. The system will provide you with the current status of your R350 grant application.

The status of your R350 grant application will indicate whether it has been approved, is pending, or has been declined, along with the details of your Application ID.  

Important Note for SASSA SRD Grant Applicants

To ensure that your application is approved, you can ensure.

  • If your SRD R350 online application has been declined or you haven’t received a Payment ID, it may be because your income exceeds the eligibility criteria, or there are errors in providing personal details, an incorrect mobile number, inaccurate employment information, or incorrect banking information. These issues may not meet the requirements and result in a failed application.  
  • If your application for the R350 Grant was declined or failed, the only option available to you is to reapply through SASSA. This gives the South African national authorities the opportunity to review your application again and potentially provide you with another chance to receive the grant.