Sassa September 2024/2025
Sassa September Application 2024/2025
South African citizens, asylum seekers, a refugee or Special Permit Holders who are between the ages of 18 and 60 and going through financial difficulty are now eligible to apply for an Srd grant from Sassa. Sassa introduced the R350 grant in response to the COVID-19 outbreak and other serious national tragedies. This grant was designed to provide short-term relief to individuals who have lost their jobs and are not receiving any other form of social grant or income. The application process for the R350 grant is done online and through WhatsApp.
Applicants applying for the Sassa grant in September will need a valid South African ID number and an active cellphone number. You can visit the Sassa website and follow the instructions to complete the online application form. Once you have submitted your application, you will receive an SMS with a reference number, which you can use to track the status of your application.
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Sassa September Application Date 2024/2025
Typically, payments are paid during the first week of every month (except payment dates to be between 1 and 6 August 2024):
- From the 2nd of September, Sassa grants for the aged will be released
- From the 3rd of September, Sassa grants for the physically impaired or people with a disability will be released.
- From the 4th of September, Sassa will release the grant for children
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Who Qualifies For Sassa September Application 2024/2025
The eligibility criteria for SASSA grants can vary depending on the type of grant. Here are some general eligibility requirements for the most common types of SASSA grants:
- Old Age Grant: You must be a South African citizen or permanent resident, aged 60 years or older and not receiving any other form of a social grant or pension.
- Disability Grant: You must be a South African citizen or permanent resident, younger than 60 years old and be medically certified as permanently disabled and unable to work.
- Child Support Grant: You must be a South African citizen or permanent resident and be the primary caregiver of a child who is under the age of 18, not receiving any other form of a social grant or financial support.
- Foster Child Grant: You must be a South African citizen or permanent resident and be the primary caregiver of a child who has been placed in your care by a court order.
- Grant-In-Aid: You must be a South African citizen or permanent resident, receiving a social grant and require regular assistance with your activities of daily living due to a physical or mental disability.
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Sassa September Application Requirements 2024/2025
When applying for the SASSA R350 grant in 2024, there are some documents that you will need to provide. These documents may include:
- South African ID document or birth certificate
- Proof of residence (e.g. a utility bill, bank statement, or official letter)
- Proof of unemployment (e.g. a letter from your previous employer or a sworn affidavit)
- Bank account details (if you have a bank account)
- Cellphone number (as this will be used to communicate with you about the status of your application)
Note: It’s important to note that the specific documents required may vary depending on your individual circumstances. For example, if you are a refugee or asylum seeker, you may need to provide additional documentation to prove your eligibility.
When completing the online application form or interacting with the WhatsApp chatbot, you will be noted to provide the necessary documents. Make sure that you have these documents at hand before you begin the application process to avoid any delays or complications.
Sassa September Application Process 2024/2025
Application for the Sassa R350 grant can be done by following the steps below:
- Make sure that you have a valid South African ID number and an active cellphone number.
- Log on to the SASSA website and click on the “COVID-19 SRD” link on the homepage.
- Follow the process and complete the online application form.
- Once you have submitted your application successfully, you will receive an SMS with a reference number.
- You can then use the reference number to track the outcome of your application.
- Alternatively, you can apply through WhatsApp by sending the word “SASSA” to 082 0468 553. A chatbot will guide you through the application process.
- It’s important to note that the eligibility criteria for the R350 grant may change when the application process reopens.
Sassa Contact Details
- Toll-free: 0800 60 10 11 or CPS 0800 60 01 60
- Email: GrantEnquiries@sassa.gov.za
- WhatsApp: 082 046 8553
All active SRD R350 grant applications or reapplications made since April 2022 will automatically be considered for each month until March 2023. Existing applicants can update their responses to the screening questionnaire here, at any time, should their circumstances change or to correct errors. Visit the official website of Sassa For More Details.
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