The South African Social Security Agency (Sassa) administers the SRD grant, which provides vital financial assistance to unemployed and vulnerable individuals across the country. While some applicants may have withdrawn their applications due to improved circumstances, financial situations can change unexpectedly, making reinstatement necessary.
Reinstating Your SRD Grant Application
If you require assistance again, follow these steps to reinstate your cancelled Sassa SRD grant application for May 2025:
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Visit the official SRD website at https://srd.sassa.gov.za
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Select the tab labelled “Reinstate my cancelled application”
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Enter your ID number and mobile number, then click Send Pin
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A One-Time Pin (OTP) will be sent via SMS
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Enter the OTP and click Verify
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Select the reason for reinstating your application:
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Cancelled in error
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No longer have income
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Other
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A message will appear asking, “Are you sure you want to reinstate the grant?”
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Click Yes to confirm your reinstatement
Reinstating your application ensures you are considered for the May 2025 payment cycle, provided you still meet the eligibility requirements.
SRD Grant Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for the SRD grant, you must:
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Be a South African citizen, permanent resident, or holder of a special permit
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Not receive any other government assistance, such as UIF benefits or a NSFAS bursary
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Have a bank balance below R624
If you no longer meet these requirements, you also have the option to cancel your SRD grant application for May 2025.
