Sassa Opens WhatsApp Line For R350 Grant Applications
In light of the new regulations, it appears that the R350 grant has been renewed. In response to beneficiaries having to reapply, an increasing number of application portals have been opened.
Upon the end of the National State of Disaster, a new set of regulations was implemented for SRD grants. A result of this change was that beneficiaries had to reapply.
Following the opening of SRD grant applications online on 23 April, Sassa announced that the WhatsApp line would be open for applications as well.
Sassa announced on Monday morning that a WhatsApp line has been set up for R350 grant applications:
The COVID-19 SRD grant application can now be submitted through our Whatsapp channel!
Follow these steps to submit your Sassa SRD grant application on WhatsApp:
- Your phone should be set up to receive calls from 082 046 8553
- On WhatsApp, send a message saying ‘hi’
- Responding with ‘help’ after receiving a response is the best course of action
- Choose option 4 when given a choice of options
- To reply to a platform message sent by Unathi Sassa, reply ‘SRD’
- If you are applying on behalf of someone else, you will need to confirm whether you are doing so for yourself as well
- It is necessary to include your name, surname, and ID number in the message.
- You will be notified via Whatsapp of the next steps.
For their application to be considered or approved, SRD grant applicants must consent to Sassa verifying their identity, residency, income, social security benefits, and other information. As well as accepting the declaration and consent, the applicant must also sign them.
Following an application through srd.sassa.gov.za, SASSA advises clients not to reapply using WhatsApp.
SRD grant means tests are conducted monthly to determine if clients are still eligible for the grant. Financial institutions will be used by Sassa to conduct its means test.
A client can also check the website for grant eligibility every three months.
Conclusion
The Sassa WhatsApp Line For R350 Grants makes it easy to apply for the SRD grant. Its time-saving and convenient procedure does not require complex data or a lengthy process. To qualify for this grant, applicants should apply by spring 2024 if they wish to benefit from it.
