The SRD Grant is a lifeline for approximately 9 million South Africans every month. Here’s a guide on how to apply for the Sassa SRD grant.
Millions rely on the helping hand of the SRD grant, according to the South African Social Security Agency (Sassa). The R370 Sassa grant is aimed at helping unemployed individuals with no alternative source of income.
To qualify for the R370 grant in South Africa, applicants must meet specific criteria. They need to be citizens, permanent residents, or special permit holders, and they must not be receiving other government support such as UIF benefits or NSFAS bursaries.
Additionally, their bank account should have less than R624 to be eligible for the R370 grant.
How To Apply R370 Sassa Grant For May 2024
To begin your R370 grant application, visit the SRD grant website.
- Start by choosing your citizenship status at the bottom of the webpage. You can select either “South African ID Holder” or “Asylum Seeker/Special Permit Holder.”
- Locate the yellow bar that says “Click here to apply online” under the relevant section (“How do I apply for this SRD Grant” or “Asylum Seekers and Special Permit Holders”).
- Enter your mobile number and click “Send SMS.” Then, enter the one-time pin (OTP) sent by Sassa to your phone for verification.
- Once verified, follow the steps on the website to finish your application.
How much is the SRD Grant for August?
The SRD Grant received a R20 increase in April 2024, bringing the current value to R370. This is the amount approved beneficiaries will receive in August.
