Many people in the job market are grateful for the SASSA SRD grant that allows them to continue their job search efforts, which includes being able to submit CV’s and attend interviews.
Some conditions that might render your SRD Grant to come to be suspended and these include:
- If your financial situation has changed, i.e if you have received some money into your bank account. If you receive cash from well-meaning relatives, this might hurt you if the money will not be sent regularly.
- If a review of your grant reveals discrepancies, it may be suspended. All the information you submit to SASSA has to be accurate, including the bank account information you submit
- If there is suspicion that your grant application was obtained through fraud or false information.
- If a grant was initially mistakenly approved for you, it can be cancelled at a later stage.
- If you get employed, even on a temporary basis, your SRD grant will be suspended. Many people make a mistake of expecting to continue getting a grant because the salary they earn is supposedly low enough.
For your peace of mind, you can use this guide to confirm if all is in order with your status and that you will receive your grant in the next run:
METHOD 1: for SASSA SRD Check:
Click on the following link to access SASSA SRD Online enquiry form (secure official SASSA form)
METHOD 2 for SASSA SRD Check
If you would like to get your status through the official SASSA website, here’s the process:
- Visit the official SASSA website (https://services.sassa.gov.za/)
- Once on the website, find the “Grants” or “Services” section. Look for options like “Check My Grant Status” or “Grant Enquiries.”
- To access your grant details, provide specific information like your ID number and name. Ensure accuracy for a smooth process.
- Click “Submit” or “Check Status” after entering your details. The system retrieves your information from the database. Depending on the website design, you might receive instant updates or confirmation via email/SMS.
- Carefully review the information you downloaded from the SASSA website. Verify the grant type, amount, and next payment date. Contact SASSA for any discrepancies or concerns.
Taking advantage of online channels available to save you time and money:
You need not visit the SASSA office for all enquiries. You should always check if the information you need can be found online before spending any money on transport.
In order to use online channels:
- Keep your information up-to-date: Keep your cellphone number and other details up to date, so that you can receive any communication from SASSA SRD.
- Beware of Scams: Be sceptical and suspicious of people requesting your banking details promising services too good to be true. Never share payment details for checking your grant status or any other grant that you know you do not qualify for.
- Staying Informed: Regularly visit the SASSA website or follow their social media for updates on grants.
Understanding Your SRD Grant Status
When you check your Status online (see above) here are the rsponses you are likely to get and what they mean:
- Pending: Your application is under review. Keep checking online every few days to see the final decision.
- Declined: Your application was rejected. Visit a SASSA office for details if you are not clerar why you were declined.
- Approved: Your application has been successful and you will receive a grant in the next run.
- Re-application Pending: To continue receiving benefits, you need to reapply. Thois happens when you got a job or received payment into your bank account.
- Status On Hold: Incomplete or incorrect information might be causing the delay. If you are not clear which information is missing you must contact SASSA.
- Bank Details Pending: Update your banking details to receive direct payments.
- Means Income Source Identified Undefined: Further verification is needed regarding eligibility. In this case you must get hold of SASSA and provide them with any explanation or documents that they require.
- Status Cancelled: Your application may have been unsuccessful for various reasons.
Appealing a Grant Decision
If your application is rejected, you must visit your nearest SASSA office first to try and resolve the matter.
If the matter remains unresolved, you can appeal within three months to the Independent Tribunal for Social Assistance Appeals (ITSAA).
Here’s how to submit your appeal:
- Use this link to lodge your appeal with ITSAA.
- Accept the terms and lodge your appeal using your SASSA application ID.
- Verify your application with a PIN received on your phone.
Conclusion
Remember to keep your information at SASSA up to date and be extra careful of scams and people that promise to assist you with your applications or appeals.
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