How to Apply for the SASSA SRD R370 Grant: Complete 2026 Guide
The Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant pays <strong>R370 per month</strong> to unemployed South Africans who do not receive any other income or social grant. Applications are made online at srd.sassa.gov.za. This guide walks you through the eligibility requirements, how to apply step by step, how to check your status, and what to do if your application is declined.
SRD grant amount: R370 per month. Apply online at srd.sassa.gov.za. For help, call 0800 60 10 11 or WhatsApp 082 046 8553.
What Is the SRD R370 Grant?
The SRD grant (Social Relief of Distress grant) is a monthly payment of R370 for South Africans aged 18 to 59 who are unemployed, have no income, and do not receive any other social grant or UIF payment.
The grant is reviewed by government periodically. As of 2026, it continues to be paid at R370 per month. Applicants are verified monthly and must remain eligible each month to receive payment.
SASSA checks your bank account, SARS (tax) records, UIF records, and other databases each month to verify you are still eligible. If your circumstances change, your payment may be declined for that month.
Who Qualifies for the SRD Grant?
- You must be a South African citizen, permanent resident, refugee, or asylum seeker with a valid permit.
- You must be between 18 and 59 years old.
- You must be unemployed and not receiving any income.
- You must not be receiving any other social grant (such as a Disability Grant or Old Age Grant).
- You must not be receiving UIF (Unemployment Insurance Fund) payments.
- You must not be living in a government-funded institution.
- Your bank account must show that you have not received income above the threshold in the assessment month.
Apply at: srd.sassa.gov.za. You do not need to visit a SASSA office to apply. The application is 100% online. Make sure you have access to the mobile number you register with, as all communications are sent to that number.
How to Apply for the SRD Grant
- Go to srd.sassa.gov.za on your phone or computer.
- Click on "Apply for SRD SASSA Status Check" or "New Application".
- Enter your South African ID number and the mobile phone number you want to use for the application.
- You will receive an OTP (one-time pin) on that number. Enter the OTP to verify your number.
- Complete the application form: confirm your personal details, confirm you have no income, and provide your banking details or select an alternative payment method.
- Review your information and submit the application.
- You will receive an SMS confirming your application reference number.
How to Check Your SRD Application Status
- Approved: Your grant has been approved and payment will be made.
- Pending: Your application is still being assessed.
- Declined: Your application was declined for that month. A reason will be given.
- Application Not Found: Your application was not registered successfully. Reapply.
- Go to srd.sassa.gov.za.
- Click "Check Status".
- Enter your South African ID number and the mobile number you used to apply.
- Your status will be displayed for each month.
Appeal online at srd.sassa.gov.za under the "Appeal" section. Alternatively, appeal at any SASSA office or email srd@sassa.gov.za.
What to Do If Your SRD Application Is Declined
If your SRD application is declined, SASSA will give a reason. Common reasons include: income detected in your bank account, receiving another grant, UIF payments found, or identity verification failure.
You have the right to appeal a declined SRD decision. The appeal must be submitted within 90 days of the decline.
- Go to srd.sassa.gov.za and click "Appeal".
- Enter your ID number and mobile number.
- Select the month you are appealing and state your reason for the appeal.
- Submit the appeal. You will receive a reference number.
- SASSA or the Independent Tribunal will review the appeal and notify you of the outcome by SMS.