The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) official website for the the Social Relief of Distress Grant (SRD Grant) can be visited at https://srd.sassa.gov.za/. It allows South Africans who have applied for the Social Relief of Distress Grant of R350 to check progress of their application status. In order to check the SRD 350 Status, you must have a South African ID number and a registered cellphone number. According to SASSA, the SASSA Payment Status August 2023 includes Grants for Senior Citizens on August 2, 2023, Disabled People on August 3, 2023, and Children on August 4, 2023. If you are not sure when you will receive your payment for this month, you can contact SASSA by calling the toll-free number 0800 601011 or send an email to [email protected].
SASSA Payment Status August 2023
The Social Relief of Distress Grant (SRD) Grant, which was introduced by the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA), plays an important role in supporting South Africans who are in financial need. The SRD grant aims to provide temporary assistance to individuals and families facing financial hardship. Understanding the payment dates for SRD SASSA Payment Status August 2023 is very important in making sure that the SASSA beneficiaries receive their money on time. SASSA has provided many ways to find out the Status.
The agency has reminded all applicants of the R350 Social Relief of Distress Grant from SASSA to constantly check the status of their payment through the online site or WhatsApp. South African Citizens, Refugees, Asylum Seekers and Special Permit Holders who are between the ages of 18 and 60 years, who have insufficient means, receive cash assistance from the government. The South African government provides R350 per month for six months to qualifying beneficiaries in South Africa.
SRD350 Grant Release Date
| Name | Social Relief of Distress |
| Administered by | SASSA |
| Grant for Senior Citizens | August 2, 2023 |
| Grant for Disabled People | August 3, 2023 |
| Grant for Children | August 4, 2023 |
| Status Check | www.srd.sassa.gov.za |
Background on srd.sassa.gov.za payment
The Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant was implemented by the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) as a short-term measure to offer financial assistance to individuals facing significant hardships due to crises or disasters. The COVID-19 outbreak, with its associated lockdowns and restrictions, underscored the critical importance of this funding. By providing monthly payments, the SRD grant aims to support impoverished South Africans in meeting their essential needs during times of crisis.
The South African government provides a short-term financial support known as the SRD award, designed to assist individuals who are unemployed, unable to work due to health issues or disabilities, or facing severe financial challenges. The program aims to ensure that recipients can obtain essential necessities, including food and clothing, during their times of need.
How to Check My SASSA Payment Status August 2023?
- Visit www.srd.sassa.gov.za or download the SASSA status check app.
- Scroll down to “South African ID Holders”
- Click on “click here to proceed”
- Scroll down to “Application status”
- Click on “click here to check online”
- Enter your ID number and cellphone number used to apply for the grant
- Click ‘Submit”
- Find “Payment Status” or “Benefit Status.”
- Submit the details to check your August 2023 SASSA payment status.
- Click here for all SASSA news
- How To Update Your SASSA R350 Banking Details And Personal Info
- Check SRD Status Check here
August payment dates for SRD SASSA
- Grant for Disabled People: August 3, 2023
- Grant for Children: August 4, 2023
- Grant for Senior Citizens: August 2, 2023
Approved beneficiaries and eligibility criteria
To qualify for the SRD grant, individuals must meet specific eligibility criteria set by SASSA, which include being a South African citizen or permanent resident, being at least 18 years of age, and having limited or no income or financial assistance. To receive the payment for August, beneficiaries must ensure their application has been approved.
Social Grant payment dates for August 2023 #SASSACARES @The_DSD @nda_rsa @GovernmentZA @Postbank_ZA pic.twitter.com/d5HTiGF4Ba
— SASSA (@OfficialSASSA) July 25, 2023
How Do I Have My R350 Grant Reconsidered?
- Please visit the website at https://srd.sassa.gov.za.
- Scroll down to “South African ID Holders”
- Click on “click here to proceed”
- Scroll down to ” Reconsideration status check: May 2020 to March 2022″ tab
- Select the ‘Application for Reconsideration’ tab.
- Select “Click here to apply for reconsideration” .
- Enter your South African ID number and phone number used to submit your application
- Click “Send Pin”.
- Follow the steps carefully to complete the SASSA SRD reconsideration process
Reconsideration processing for the period May 2020 to March 2022 has been completed and no new applications will be considered for this period.
Payment Via Bank Account
Opting for bank account payments is undoubtedly the most convenient and expeditious method to receive the SRD award, eliminating the need to visit the post office in person and wait in line. As specified in the grant application, the monthly payments will be directly transferred to the beneficiary’s bank account.
Kindly note that to facilitate accurate payment processing, the bank account information or mobile phone number provided for payment MUST be registered under the name of the accepted applicant used during the Covid-19 R350 grant application process. Any discrepancies found during the Sassa status check will be brought to your attention. If you identify any inaccuracies in your bank account details, please visit the website and update the information accordingly.
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