The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has announced that the R350 grant payment date for August 2023 is Monday, 21 August 2023. This means that beneficiaries will receive their grant money into their bank accounts or on their SASSA cards on this date.
The R350 grant is a social relief of distress grant that is paid to qualifying South Africans who are unemployed or who have lost their jobs due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The grant is paid for a period of three months, and beneficiaries can reapply for the grant after their first three months of payments have ended.
To qualify for the R350 grant, you must meet the following criteria:
- You must be a South African citizen or permanent resident.
- You must be unemployed or have lost your job due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
- You must have a monthly income of less than R350.
- You must not be receiving any other social assistance grants.
If you meet the criteria for the R350 grant, you can apply for the grant online or at a SASSA office. You will need to provide your South African ID number, your bank account details, and proof of your income.
The R350 grant is a valuable source of financial assistance for many South Africans who are struggling to make ends meet. If you are eligible for the grant, I encourage you to apply.
Sassa Payment Dates For August 2023
- The Older Persons Grant (as well as any grants linked to these accounts) will be paid on Wednesday, 2 August 2023.
- The Disability Grant (as well as any grants linked to these accounts) will be paid on Thursday, 3 August 2023.
- All other grants (Child Support Grant, Foster Child Grant, Care Dependency Grant, War Veterans Grant) will be paid on Thursday, 4 August 2023.
How to Check Your SASSA R350 Grant Payment Status
If you are a beneficiary of the R350 grant, you can check your payment status online or by calling the SASSA call center. To check your payment status online, you can visit the SASSA website and log in to your account. Once you are logged in, you will be able to see your payment status.
To check your payment status by calling the SASSA call center, you can call 0800 601 011. When you call, you will need to provide your South African ID number and your date of birth. The call center agent will be able to tell you your payment status.
FAQs
Here are some FAQs about the SASSA R350 grant:
Q: When is the next R350 grant payment date?
A: The next R350 grant payment date is Monday, 21 August 2023.
Q: How can I check my SASSA R350 grant payment status?
A: You can check your payment status online or by calling the SASSA call center. To check your payment status online, you can visit the SASSA website and log in to your account. Once you are logged in, you will be able to see your payment status.
To check your payment status by calling the SASSA call center, you can call 0800 601 011. When you call, you will need to provide your South African ID number and your date of birth. The call center agent will be able to tell you your payment status.
Q: What are the criteria for the R350 grant?
A: To qualify for the R350 grant, you must meet the following criteria:
- You must be a South African citizen or permanent resident.
- You must be unemployed or have lost your job due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
- You must have a monthly income of less than R350.
- You must not be receiving any other social assistance grants.
Q: How do I apply for the R350 grant?
A: You can apply for the R350 grant online or at a SASSA office. To apply for the grant online, you can visit the SASSA website and click on the “Apply for R350 Grant” link. Once you have clicked on the link, you will be able to fill out an application form.
To apply for the grant at a SASSA office, you will need to bring your South African ID number, your bank account details, and proof of your income.
Q: Where can I find more information about the R350 grant?
A: You can find more information about the R350 grant on the SASSA website. You can also call the SASSA call center on 0800 601 011 for more information.
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