Administered by the South African Social Security Agency (Sassa), the social relief of distress (SRD) grant is currently in its third cycle and is paid out on a monthly basis to more than 7.5 million qualifying South Africans. In terms of scheduling, there is no set date on which the R350 grant is paid out.
So with September around the corner, chances are that you may soon receive an approval confirmation on your SRD application. When that happens, Sassa provides a variety of options for you to collect your R350 grant payment.
Let’s explore all of them.
Here's Where To Collect Your Grant In September
Bank Account
As a R350 Grant Beneficiary, you can choose to have your grant paid directly into your bank account. This allows you to access the money as soon as it is available.
Cash Send
In case you do not have a personal bank account, you can use the CashSend payment option to receive your SRD grant payment.
You can use your ID number and phone numbers to access your grant payment. You must have a cellphone with a registered cellphone number and proof of identification to use this grant collection method.
Retail Stores
Grant beneficiaries can collect their R350 grant at several retail stores around the country. Pick n Pay, Checkers, Shoprite and Boxer stores pay the R350 grant.
If your R350 grant application was successful, you are not required to reapply for the grant. However, Sassa will verify your eligibility status every month.
If you continue to meet the qualification criteria, you will be paid until the implementation of the grant is concluded.
Should your Sassa grant application was rejected by Sassa you can submit an R350 grant appeal. This appeal application must be submitted to the Independent Tribunal For Social Assistance Appeals.
To find out more about Sassa grants, including the R350 grant, head to our Sassa section
