The South African Social Security Agency (Sassa) provides Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grants to millions of financially vulnerable people across the country.
There are various reasons why someone may no longer want to receive the SRD grant. This could be because they no longer need financial assistance or they no longer meet the eligibility criteria for the grant.
If your situation has changed and you no longer require the grant, you can cancel your SRD application.
How To Cancel SRD Grant Application For May 2025
- Step 1: Visit the official Sassa website and navigate to the “Cancel My Application” section.
- Step 2: Enter your ID number and mobile number used during your SRD application.
- Step 3: Verify your identity by entering the 6-digit One-Time Pin (OTP) sent to your phone via SMS.
- Step 4: Follow the on-screen instructions to confirm the cancellation of your grant application.
If your circumstances have changed and you no longer need or qualify for the special Covid-19 Social Relief of Distress Grant, you may cancel your application by clicking on the button below.
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for the SRD grant in May 2025, you must be a South African citizen, permanent resident, or a holder of a valid special permit.
Applicants must not be receiving any other form of government support, such as Unemployment Insurance Fund (UIF) payments or NSFAS bursaries. In addition, your bank account balance must be below R624.
If you do not meet these requirements, you can cancel your SRD grant application for May 2025.
