The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) offers various social grants to eligible citizens to support their basic needs. The Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant is one such grant that provides temporary financial assistance to South African citizens who are in urgent need of immediate basic assistance. SASSA allows applicants to check the status of their SRD grant application through various channels, including calling the SASSA toll-free hotline. In this article, we will explore how to check the status of your SASSA SRD grant application by calling the SASSA hotline, and what information you will need to have on hand to make the process as smooth as possible.
How Do I Check My SASSA SRD Status By Calling?
You can check SASSA status of online application by calling the SASSA toll-free number 0800601011. When prompted, select the option for checking the status of your grant application. Enter your ID number when prompted, followed by the # key. Listen to the automated message for the status of your application. The message will indicate whether your application has been approved or rejected, and if approved, it will provide information on when and where you can collect your grant.
If you have any issues with checking the status of your SASSA SRD grant application, you can also visit your nearest SASSA office or contact them through their website or social media channels for assistance.
SASSA R350 Grant Payment Dates
SASSA usually pays social grants, including the R350 grant, from the second day of the month until the seventh day of the month. The exact payment date may vary depending on the month, and SASSA may adjust the payment dates due to public holidays or other administrative factors. Generally, the payment dates for the SASSA R350 grant are on the 6th or 7th of each month. Beneficiaries can check their payment status by contacting their local SASSA office, visiting the SASSA website, or by calling the SASSA toll-free hotline.
All SASSA Payments Dates For 2023 & 2024
Old Age Grant Payment Dates
| Month | Pay Day Date |
|---|---|
| January 2023 | 03/01/2023 |
| February 2023 | 02/02/2023 |
| March 2023 | 02/03/2023 |
| April 2023 | 04/04/2023 |
| May 2023 | 03/05/2023 |
| June 2023 | 02/06/2023 |
| July 2023 | 04/07/2023 |
| August 2023 | 02/08/2023 |
| September 2023 | 05/09/2023 |
| October 2023 | 03/10/2023 |
| November 2023 | 02/11/2023 |
| December 2023 | 01/12/2023 |
| January 2024 | 03/01/2024 |
| February 2024 | 02/02/2024 |
| March 2024 | 05/03/2024 |
Disability Grants Payment Dates
| Month | Pay Day Date |
|---|---|
| January 2023 | 04/01/2023 |
| February 2023 | 03/02/2023 |
| March 2023 | 03/03/2023 |
| April 2023 | 05/04/2023 |
| May 2023 | 04/05/2023 |
| June 2023 | 05/06/2023 |
| July 2023 | 05/07/2023 |
| August 2023 | 03/08/2023 |
| September 2023 | 06/09/2023 |
| October 2023 | 04/10/2023 |
| November 2023 | 03/11/2023 |
| December 2023 | 04/12/2023 |
| January 2024 | 04/01/2024 |
| February 2024 | 05/02/2024 |
| March 2024 | 06/03/2024 |
Children’s Grant Payment Dates
| Month | Pay Day Date |
|---|---|
| January 2023 | 05/01/2023 |
| February 2023 | 06/02/2023 |
| March 2023 | 06/03/2023 |
| April 2023 | 06/04/2023 |
| May 2023 | 05/05/2023 |
| June 2023 | 06/06/2023 |
| July 2023 | 06/07/2023 |
| August 2023 | 04/08/2023 |
| September 2023 | 07/09/2023 |
| October 2023 | 05/10/2023 |
| November 2023 | 06/11/2023 |
| December 2023 | 05/12/2023 |
| January 2024 | 05/01/2024 |
| February 2024 | 06/02/2024 |
| March 2024 | 07/03/2024 |
SASSA R350 Grant Payment Dates
The payment dates for the SASSA R350 grant are on the 20th or 22nd of each month. It’s important to note that payment dates are subject to change.
| Month | Pay Day Date |
|---|---|
| January 2023 | 20/01/2023 |
| February 2023 | 20/02/2023 |
| March 2023 | 20/03/2023 |
| April 2023 | 20/04/2023 |
| May 2023 | 22/05/2023 |
| June 2023 | 20/06/2023 |
| July 2023 | 20/07/2023 |
| August 2023 | 20/08/2023 |
| September 2023 | 20/09/2023 |
| October 2023 | 20/10/2023 |
| November 2023 | 20/11/2023 |
| December 2023 | 20/12/2023 |
| January 2024 | 20/01/2024 |
| February 2024 | 20/02/2024 |
| March 2024 | 20/03/2024 |
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