South Africa’s Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant, commonly known as the R370 grant, is a monthly financial lifeline for millions of unemployed citizens. Administered by the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA), this crucial assistance provides a vital safety net for those struggling to make ends meet.
Since its inception, the SRD grant has been a cornerstone of support for vulnerable South Africans. With approximately 8 million beneficiaries receiving R370 per month, the grant plays a significant role in alleviating poverty and economic hardship across the country.
If you wish to benefit from the SRD grant, you will need to submit a Sassa application.
How to Apply for the R370 Grant
To begin your September 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.
Once you've completed your R370 grant application, you'll want to keep up with it's progress. You can do this by doing a Sassa SRD status check.
How to Check Your R370 Grant Application Status
Step 1: Visit the Sassa SRD website.
Step 2: Click on the "Click here to proceed" button relevant to your situation.
Step 3: Under "Application Status," click on "Click here to check online."
Step 4: Enter your South African ID number and phone number.
Step 5: Click on "Submit."
The system will display your Sassa application status.
Sassa SRD Payment
The SRD grant received an R20 increase in April 2024, bringing the current value to R370. Therefore, approved beneficiaries will receive R370 for September.
Sassa R370 grant payments are usually made in the last week of the month, after Sassa has completed the required Sassa verification checks. Beneficiaries are encouraged to check their Sassa SRD payment status to find out the exact date they can expect their payment to reflect in their bank account.
