Every month, the South African Social Security Agency (Sassa) opens applications for the Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant and receives millions of SRD applications. Many applicants are confused once they do a Sassa status check and see their Sassa status.
There has been confusion about the 'Identity Verification Fixed' Sassa status. In this article, we will break down the 'Identity Verification Fixed' Sassa status meaning.
'Identity Verification Fixed' Sassa Status Meaning
You will receive a 'Identity Verification Fixed' Sassa status if you applied for the SRD grant, were rejected and then submitted a Sassa appeal. This Sassa appeal is asking Sassa to reconsider your application.
If your SRD grant application was rejected but you have no source of income and you appeal, if you are approved, you will see the 'Identity Verification Fixed' Sassa status.
This means that if your Sassa status is 'Identity Verification Fixed', your appeal has been accepted and you were found to be eligible for the SRD grant. It also means that they have solved the problems that they were having and your identity has been confirmed.
You will then need to submit payment details so that Sassa can process your SRD payment.
Check Your Sassa SRD Status
A Sassa status check not only informs you whether your application has been approved but also provides guidance on further actions depending on your status. It will also indicate when you will be paid during the SRD grant payment cycle.
How To Do An Online Sassa Status Check
- Visit the official Sassa SRD website.
- Select the "Application Status" section.
- Enter your South African ID number and the phone number used during your application.
- Click "Check Status." You may receive a one-time PIN (OTP) via SMS.
- Enter the OTP to view your application status.
You can collect your SRD Grant at Pick n Pay, Shoprite, Checkers, or Boxer stores. Alternatively, your SRD grant payment can be deposited directly into your bank account if applicable.
