The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) R350 Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant is a temporary grant that was introduced in April 2020 to provide financial assistance to South Africans who have been financially affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. The grant is currently available to unemployed South Africans who are aged 18-64 and who do not receive any other form of social grant.
In this article, we will discuss the SASSA R350 payment dates for October 2023, as well as how to check your SASSA R350 status and how to collect your SASSA R350 payment.
SASSA R350 Payment Dates for October 2023
The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has announced the payment dates for the R350 Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant for October 2023. The payments will be made from October 25, 2023 to October 31, 2023.
How to check your SASSA R350 status
There are a few ways to check your SASSA R350 status:
- Online: You can check your status online at the SASSA Status Check Link: https://srd.sassa.gov.za/sc19/status
- SMS: You can send an SMS to the number 082 046 8553 to check your status.
- USSD: You can dial the USSD codes *120*3210# and *120*69277# to check your status.
When will you receive your SASSA R350 payment?
Your SASSA R350 payment will be made on the following dates, depending on your payment method:
- SASSA card: Your payment will be made on the date that is reflected on your SASSA card.
- Bank transfer: Your payment will be made into your bank account on or around the payment date.
Why is this important?
The SASSA R350 SRD grant is a vital lifeline for many South Africans who are struggling to make ends meet. The grant is used to cover basic necessities such as food, rent, and transportation.
By providing information on the SASSA R350 payment dates, status checking, and collection, we hope to help South Africans who are eligible for the grant to access the financial assistance that they need.
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