SRD SASSA Status Check Online

South Africa Social Security Agency provides a grant or R350 to the applicants. SASSA increased the R350 grant to R370. Many applicants apply for the grants and get them monthly. After applying for a grant its major concern is how to check the grant status. Here we tackle different ways of status checking with the understanding of their meaning.  If you face rejection, then who to appeal to and many more. You get everything at a place so get ready tolearn with me.

SASSA Status Check for R350 Online

SASSA Status check plays an important role in accessing the grant. The acceptance or rejection of the appeal is confirmed by checking the application status. Your SASSA grant payment dates are also mentioned with the appeal status. So let’s talk about the online status-checking process.

1. Search for the official SASSA website on your Chrome or directly click this link https://srdsassagov.co.za/ and visit the SASSA official page.
2. Input your 13-digit ID number.
3. Input your South African mobile phone number.
4. Now press the “Check Status” button.
5. Your SASSA status is displayed on the screen with payment dates when you receive your grant amount.

Note: Make sure you are using the same ID and Phone Number that you used while applying for the SASSA Grant.

Other Ways to Check Your SASSA Status

You can also check your SASSA status in various other ways. By these methods, you can get your status updates with the payment dates without using the SASSA official website. Let’s learn the other methods of checking the R350 grant that changes to R370.

R350 Status inquiry via WhatsApp

You can enquire about your SRD Status check by just contacting your mobile or device with a stable internet connection. After that just follow these easy steps;

• Save the SASSA WhatsApp number 0820468553 in your contact list with the name “SRD Status Check” for remembering or later use.
• Open your WhatsApp on your device. Now go the WhatsApp contacts and refresh it. On refreshing you get the SRD Status Check number, open it to send them a message.
• You will see a list of services in their response. Choose an option that is related to checking the SRD Grant Status.
• You are asked for your ID. Provide them and you will receive a grant status message on your WhatsApp.

Moya App SASSA 350 Status Check

Moya is a user-friendly app that you can easily use and check your grant status. Here is a detailed procedure for using the Moya App to check grant status;

• Pick up your mobile phone go to the Google Play Store or Apple App Store and search for “Moya App” in the search bar.
• From the search result, open the Moya app. Press the download button. It takes a few minutes and the app is installed, downloaded and launched as well.
• After launching the app go to the “Services” tab.
• From the menu list choose “SASSA SRD” and resultantly you get all the SASSA benefits.
• Go to status then Input your ID and Phone number.
• Click the “Submit” button and the status is shown to you on the screen.

Status Check Through SASSA Helpline

Another super easy way of getting SASSA status updates is a call. Follow the instructions for calling SASSA and get your SRD Status.

• Open the call dialer of your mobile phone and dial 080 060 1011.
• You are asked for your Application ID so they verify your identity.
• After providing your identity, they inform you about your SRD status and expected payment dates.

Check SRD Status Via USSD Code

SASSA has its own USSD that you can use to check your SRD status. It’s free of cost even no data charges are applied. So here are the steps for you, just follow them;

• Open the call dialer of your phone and dial *120*3210# and a pop-up window appears. If this USSD code does not work, then try other codes that are *120*69277# or *134*7737#
• A pop-up window appears that contains multiple options for your SASSA SRD Grant Status.
• On request provide your SASSA Application ID and Phone Number.
• Then click the “Check” button and get your application status.

SASSA Status Results Meaning

After the successful submission of the grant application, we check the status from time to time so that we don’t miss any updates. Sometimes we don’t understand the meaning of the status and are worried about it. So the basic statuses with the meaning are described here so you can easily understand them and if any problem like delay or rejection then understand the theissue and resolve it. So let’s know about all of them;

• Pending

This status ensures that your application reached the SASSA officer and is now under their consideration. SASSA views your application and verifies your details and eligibility. So wait you will respond soon.

• Approved

This status shows that the applicant is approved. The application details are accurate and the applicant is eligible for the grant. You get your grant once the grant payments are scheduled.

• Declined

It means that you are rejected for the grant by the SASSA. Maybe you didn’t meet the criteria or your data is inaccurate. You get a rejection reason with the rejection status, understand it and try to resolve it. If required, then you can also submit the re-appeal application.

• Reapplication Required

If you see a status like “Reapplication Required” that means some error occurs and your application needs attention. So you are asked to apply again in that cycle. Do it as soon as possible.

• Bank Details Are Pending

This status notifies you about the missing, incomplete or not updated banking details. Your immediate attention is needed so update your banking details quickly.

If your issue is not resolved or facing another problem then contact on SASSA helpline number 0800 60 10 11 for further assistance. Or visit the SASSA office that is near to you.

How to check the SASSA balance?

SASSA grants are paid every month to the applicants. So their payments are secure in their accounts, and they withdraw their funds in chunks or all at a time. In this aspect, balance checking helps you track your funds so that you can manage them according. But how to check SASSA balance is our concern so here a few methods are described. Choose anyone then follow the steps and your balance is in front of you.

SASSA Balance via USSD

1. 1. Dial the USSD code *120*69277# on your mobile phone.
   2. Follow the prompts and choose Balance.
   3. Input your SASSA Card number in the desired place.
   4. Shortly your SASSA grant balance is shown on the screen.

SASSA WhatsApp balance check

1. 1. Open the mobile dialer and save 082 046 8553 which is the SASSA WhatsApp number.
   2. Open the WhatsApp app and refresh your contact.
   3. Open the chat of SASSA WhatsApp and send a message “Check Balance”.
   4. Now follow the instructions. Provide your ID number.
   5. You can get your balance message on your WhatsApp after your verification.

Using ATM To Check SASSA Balance

1. 1. Visit an ATM that is near to use.
   2. Insert your SASSA Card into the ATM.
   3. Now input your PIN.
   4. Choose “Check Balance” from the list of options.
   5. Now you can see your balance on the screen and print it too.

Check Balance via SASSA Office

1. 1. Visit the nearest SASSA office or post bank.
   2. Ask the assistant to check your SASSA balance.
   3. You are asked for your ID number and phone. Provide them.
   4. They verify your identity and tell you about your SASSA balance.

Balance Check through the SASSA Portal

1. 1. Visit the SASSA official website.
   2. Sign in to your account.
   3. On the dashboard of your account go to the “Check Balance” option.
   4. Your balance is in front of you.

How to Apply for an SASSA Grant?

The online submission of the SASSA application comforts many of us because we can submit our applications from our locations without waiting in long queues outside the SASSA Office. In this way, our efforts and time are saved but an understanding of online application submission is required. So let’s learn about it.

Register Yourself:

If you are an old SASSA applicant, then you are already registered so go to the application process. But if you are a new applicant then first register yourself and then apply for Grant. Follow these steps to Register yourself;

• Open Chrome and Visit the official Web portal SASSA.
• You will see an “Account Register” button. Click it for further process.
• A small box pops up with the “Terms and Conditions” Accept them and click on the Apply button.
• Now a “Client Registration Form” open in front of you.
• Fill in the following required fields.
  • Citizen ship
  • Identity Number that is used as the username
  • ID Card
  • Choose the title Mr. /Mrs. /Miss
  • Input our Surname and Full Name.
  • Active email address.
  • Cell Phone Number.
  • Type a strong password.

Login to your SASSA Account:

Your account registration process is completed and you are informed through an email or a SMS. After that, you can apply for the SASSA Grant so let’s go, loginto your account and submit your application.

• Now use your account credentials and log into your account by following the steps;
• Open the SASSA official website site and click on the “Log in” button.
• Put your username, your ID Number and the password you kept while registering.
• After login to your account, go to “Social Grant Option” and choose the one for whom you are eligible.
• Complete the application form by filling in all the required fields.
• Take a print of the affidavit that the SASSA generated and signed by the oath commissioner.
• Sign the bank payment form for submitting it.
• Upload the required documents according to your Grant in PDF format. Some basic documents that are required for all grants are;
  • Copy of applicant’s ID
  • Copy of Spouse ID if required
  • Proof of Material Status if needed
  • Proof of banking details.
  • Proof of income
  • SASSA generated an affidavit.
• Uploading the required documents is the last step, after successful submission click the “Submit” button.

Your application is successfully submitted now you have to check your application status timely to avoid any problems.

Who is Eligible to Apply for the SASSA Grant

The eligibility criteria for each SASSA grant are different. Here the SASSA grants with the eligibility criteria are as follows;

Old Person’s Grant

1. 1. Applicant must be a citizen, refugee or permanent resident of South Africa
   2. The applicant’s age must be 60 or above.
   3. Applicant must be a South African Resident.
   4. The applicant doesn’t receive a social grant for himself from anywhere.
   5. The applicant is not maintained or cared for in a state institution.
   6. Applicant and spouse must have to follow the mean test.

Child Support Grant

1. 1. The caretaker must be a citizen, refugee or permanent resident of South Africa.
   2. The child and the mother must live in South Africa.
   3. The age of children must be 18 or below.
   4. Applicant is not allowed to apply for more than 6 non-biological children.
   5. Only the primary caregivers can apply for the concerned child.
   6. The applicant and spouse must fulfil the mean test requirements.
   7. The child is not under the care of a state institution.

Foster Child Grant

1. 1. The foster parents must be South African Citizens, refugees or permanent residents.
   2. The child and the parents must stay in South Africa.
   3. Foster Parents must adopt the foster child legally and during the grant child must be in the care of foster parents.

Disability Grant

1. 1. The applicant must be a South African Citizen, refugee or permanent resident.
   2. South Africa is the resident of the applicant.
   3. The age of the applicant must be 18 to 59 years.
   4. The applicant must have a medical report that proves disability.
   5. The medical report of the applicant not be older than 3 years.
   6. The applicant isn’t a recipient of any grant.
   7. Applicant and spouse must fulfil the mean test requirements.
   8. The applicants are not under the maintenance or care of a state institute.

Care Dependency Grant

1. 1. Applicant holds the South African Nationality.
   2. Applicant and child must be residents of South Africa.
   3. The child is under 18 years old.
   4. Mean test requirements are fulfilled by the applicant and spouse.
   5. Children have a medical record.
   6. The child is not receiving care from a state institute.

Grant in Aid

1. 1. The applicant already receiving an Old Person Grant, Disability Grant or War Veteran’s Grant and the applicant needs a regular attendee due to physical or mental disability.
   2. The applicant is not residing in the state institutes.

How to Appeal if Your SASSA Application Gets Rejected?

If your SASSA application is rejected and you are sure the SASSA decision is wrong, then you can appeal by following this procedure;

1. Visit the SASSA Appeal Page:Open Chrome on your mobile phone search “SASSA appeal” and navigate to the SASSA official web.
2. Provide Personal Details:Input your South African ID card number and the mobile number that is registered with the SASSA.
3. OTP Code Processing: Press the “Send PIN” button to getthe OTP PIN. On providing correct details you receive an OTP (One Time Pin). Put it in the desired place and proceed with the appeal.
4. Select Month: Now it’s time for month selection. Choose an accurate month for which your SASSA appeal is rejected.
5. Submit Appeal: Now submit your appeal application by clicking the “Submit” button. Now on checking the SASSA status, it shows Completed.

Note: You have a time of 30 days in which you can appeal against your rejected application. Remember SASSA takes 90 days for processing your appeal.

Details of SASSA Gold Debit Card

The SASSA Gold Debit Card is a unique card that is given to the SASSA grant holder by the SASSA. This gold card is similar to the debit card and is used in the same way. The other uses of the SASSA Gold Card are as follows;

• Cash withdrawals from ATMs
• In-Person Shopping from Retail Shop
• Online Purchases
• Fuel Stations for Petrol and Diesel
• Municipal Services and Bill Payments
• Educational Fees
• Medical Services and Pharmacies Bill Payment
• Bank Transfers and E-wallet Services
• Entertainment and Activities

Benefits of the SASSA Gold Card

Some of the benefits of using the SASSA gold card are the following;

• Convenient:

One of the basic advantages of the SASSA Gold Card is its convenience. The grant holder can use their golden card at any ATM, Post Office, or retail shop. Even you can use it in place of a Master card at any time at any location.

• Secure:

Witha debit card, the cash-carrying risk is reduced. The gold card has advanced security features and your funds are secured even if your gold card is lost or stolen. You are also safe from fraud because of its protection features.

• No Monthly Account Fees:

The Gold card has all the features of a debit card, but it doesn’t deduct money from your account as maintenance charges or administrative charges. Your SASSA grants remain the same because of the no-dedication rule. So don’t worry about your grant amount whenever you need you can withdraw or spend it.