Because we are no longer in a state of disaster, the Special Relief of Distress (SRD) award is now administered under the Social Assistance Act rather than the State of Disaster Act. So, how would SRD grant applications in 2024 function now?

The SRD award is set to expire in March 2024. Every month, Sassa R350 grant applications are available for anyone who wish to apply.

In order to access or have your SRD grant application considered, you must provide Sassa permission to verify your identification, residency, income, or social security benefits. The statement and consent must also be accepted and consented to by the applicants.

Existing grantees are encouraged to reapply under the new Act. You will not be required to apply again once you have reapplied.

Applicants are strongly encouraged to submit a single application rather than several applications on various platforms. Once your application has been successfully submitted, you will receive confirmation.

All SRD grant applications received before the 15th of the month must then be approved or rejected by Sassa. Beneficiaries will then receive an SMS informing them whether or not they have been approved.

Online SRD Grant Application Instructions

• Visit srd.sassa.gov.za.
• Scroll down to the section titled ‘How do I apply for this SRD Grant?’ Click on the yellow bar that says ‘click here to apply online.’
• Enter your mobile phone number.
• Click the “send SMS” button.
• Then enter the one-time pin sent to the number by Sassa.
• Continue the application process by completing the steps specified by Sassa.