The South African Social Security Agency (Sassa) distributes SRD grants to millions of financially vulnerable individuals across the country. The agency has called on applicants to ensure that their personal information, including marital status and any name changes, is current and accurate.
Sassa Validates Details with Home Affairs
Sassa cross-references applicants’ personal information with the Department of Home Affairs each month to verify eligibility. If an applicant’s names or surname do not match official Home Affairs records, the application may be declined.
To avoid payment delays or rejections, applicants must ensure their personal details align exactly with those on their South African ID.
How to Update Your SRD Personal Details
To correct your information for the April 2025 SRD grant cycle, follow these steps:
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Visit the official Sassa SRD website: https://srd.sassa.gov.za
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Click ‘Click here to proceed’ under the South African ID Holders section
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Scroll to the section titled Update your personal information
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Enter your ID number, full names, and surname as shown on your official ID
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Submit the updated details for verification
Please note that your names and surname will only be updated if they match the information on the Department of Home Affairs database. If there is no match, your SRD application may continue to be declined.
Accurate Information Crucial for Grant Approval
Keeping your information up to date is especially important if you’ve recently changed your surname—such as after marriage—or made official amendments through Home Affairs.
Applicants are urged to verify all details before submission to prevent issues that could affect their April 2025 SRD payments.
