The Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant disbursed by the South African Social Security Agency (Sassa) is designed to provide a lifeline for unemployed individuals aged 18 to 59. The SRD grant sees beneficiaries receive R370 every month.
Sassa has announced that SRD grant payments for September 2024 have now commenced.
SRD Payment Dates For September 2024
Sassa has confirmed that SRD grant dates for September will be made from 23 September until 28 September.
Payments (for clients who are approved for the month of September 2024) will be processed from 23-28 September 2024.
"Clients are encouraged to view their status on the SRD website for the exact date that payment will reflect into their bank accounts," said Sassa.
How To Do A Sassa SRD Status Check
- First, visit the SASSA SRD status website for the SRD status check section.
- You will then be asked to fill in your ID number, as well as the cell phone number that you used when you submitted your grant application.
- Hereafter, you will be able to check the progress of your grant by doing a Sassa status check.
- For security, you will receive a One time pin, Enter the OTP to see your SRD grant payment status.
- You will also be able to see your grant payment date
What If You Don’t Have An SRD Grant Payment Date
Approved SRD grant beneficiaries without a payment date will not receive their R370 grant. This usually stems from incorrect or incomplete information.
Common Issues
- Missing Banking Details: Beneficiaries must provide bank account details on the Sassa website.
- Postbank Accounts: Sassano longer opens Postbank accounts. Update with new banking details.
- Cash Send/Mobile Money: An incorrect ID or cellphone number can delay payments. Consider alternative banking options.
If these issues don't apply, contact the Sassa Customer Care Call Centre on 0800 60 10 11.
How to Collect Your SRD Grant
Sassa offers two convenient ways to receive your SRD grant:
- Direct Bank Deposit: Have the grant directly deposited into your bank account for quick and easy access.
- Supermarket Pickup: Collect your grant in cash at authorized supermarkets like Pick n Pay, Boxer, Checkers, USave, OKAY, or Spar.
Only approved applicants will receive the SRD grant. Sassa conducts thorough verification checks to ensure eligibility for this unemployment grant.
