SASSA R350 Grant Application

Everything you need to know about applying for the SASSA R350 SRD grant in 2026.

R350 SRD Grant

How to Apply for the R350 Grant

The SASSA R350 grant application can be done online, via WhatsApp, or by USSD. Choose the method that works best for you.

Apply Online

Submit your R350 grant application through the official SRD website.

1

Go to srd.sassa.gov.za

Open srd.sassa.gov.za in your browser. This is the official website for the R350 grant application.

2

Enter your ID and phone number

Type your 13-digit SA ID number and the cellphone number you want SASSA to contact you on.

3

Complete and submit your application

Answer the questions, provide your banking details, review everything and submit. You'll receive a confirmation SMS.

Apply via WhatsApp

Send "Hi" to the official SASSA SRD WhatsApp number to start your R350 grant application.

This is SASSA's official WhatsApp number for SRD applications.

Apply via USSD

Dial *134*7737# from your cellphone to apply for the R350 grant. No data needed.

R350 Grant Application Requirements

Make sure you meet these requirements before starting your application.

  • You must be a South African citizen or permanent resident
  • You must be between 18 and 60 years old
  • You must be unemployed
  • You must not receive any other social grant or UIF
  • You need your 13-digit SA ID number
  • You need a cellphone number and banking details

 Protect Yourself From Scams

  • The R350 grant application is FREE. Never pay anyone to apply for you.
  • Only use official SASSA channelssrd.sassa.gov.za, WhatsApp 082 046 8553, or USSD *134*7737#.
  • Never share your SASSA PIN or banking details with strangers.
Reapplication

R350 Grant Reapplication

If SASSA tells you to reapply, you can use the same channels to submit a new R350 grant application.

1

Use the same channels

Reapply through the SRD website, WhatsApp (082 046 8553), or USSD (*134*7737#).

2

Follow the reapplication prompts

Select the reapplication option and update your details as needed.

3

Confirm and submit

Make sure your banking details and contact information are correct, then submit.

Call SASSA

0800 60 10 11

Toll-free, Mon–Fri 8am–4pm

Check Your Status

Find out if your R350 grant application was approved.

Check Status

Find a SASSA Office

Locate your nearest office.

sassa.gov.za

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