When do applications for SASSA's R350 grant close?

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Now that SASSA Special Relief of Distress Grant, or as we know it, R350 grant, has been extended for another three months, it's important to know when these applications will close.

During his address, Ramaphosa said:

... We have therefore decided to extend the period of the Special COVID-19 Grant of R350.

How To Apply For SASSA's R350 Grant

SRD Website: srd.sassa.gov.za
Email: [email protected]
WhatsApp: 082 046 8553
USSD: *134*7737#

SASSA has made it clear that you do not need to re-apply or re-appeal for their social relief of distress grant of R350 per month if you have already done so.

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