SASSA Opens Whatsapp Line For Questions

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Tuesday, 21 July, 2020 - 10:53

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SASSA has added Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) to the Whatsapp line. This will make it easier for you to get answers to questions you might have about the R350 grant.

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You need to download Whatsapp and have an active Whatsapp number in order to access the Frequently Asked Questions. Once this is done, you can follow the following steps.

Step 1:

Add 082 046 8553 as a Whatsapp contact and type "SASSA"

Step 2:

Type FAQ

Step 3:

Select the "Frequently Asked Questions" category

Qualifying Criteria for Social Relief Of Distress
How To Apply for the SRD grant
Status Of My Application
Banking And Payment Related Queries
Multiple Applications And Rejections
SASSA Contact Centres

The Frequently Asked Questions are also available on the SASSA website at www.srd.sassa.gov.za

#Covid19SRDGrant Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's) have been added on the SASSA WhatsApp line for your convenience @The_DSD @nda_rsa pic.twitter.com/okCMFzpAJ5

— SASSA (@OfficialSASSA) July 21, 2020

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