SRD Grant Applications Now Open For November 2024


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The Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant is the only financial support available to unemployed people living in South Africa. Applications for the SRD grant is now open. 


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The South African Social Security Agency (Sassa) has opened Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant applications for November 2024. Individuals needing financial assistance who meet the eligibility requirements can apply.

Who Qualifies for the SRD Grant?

To qualify for the SRD grant in South Africa, applicants must meet certain criteria. They need to be citizens, residents, or special permit holders, but they shouldn't receive other government support in the form of UIF benefits or NSFAS bursaries. Their bank account should have less than R624 to be eligible for the R350 grant. 

Sassa verifies identity and income through the Department of Home Affairs and the Department of Treasury before processing payments, which are scheduled at the end of the month.

How to Apply for the SRD Grant

  1. Visit the SRD grant website.
  2. Choose your citizenship status.
  3. Click the yellow bar labelled "Click here to apply online."
  4. Enter your mobile number and verify using the OTP sent by Sassa.
  5. Follow the prompts to complete your application.

Where To Collect SRD Grant Payments For November 2024

Approved applicants for November 2024 can either receive payments directly into their bank accounts or collect them at authorised supermarkets, including Pick n Pay, Boxer, Checkers, USave, Shoprite, OK, and Spar.

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