The Social Relief Distress Grant in 2024

The Government of (SA) provides the SRD grant by SASSA as a short-time social relief. The main objective of this grant is to measure and provide financial support to individuals and families affected by the Coronavirus pandemic. In recent times, this has been named the COVID-19 Social Relief Distress Grant, but the aim of the grant is the same: to help the needy and eligible.

2020 due to COVID-19: The lockdown resulted in the termination of millions of South Africans’ jobs and the loss of all their income sources. The South African government decided to assist those unable to sustain their lives during COVID-19. We are offering comprehensive guidance on SRD in this area.

What is the SASSA Social Relief Distress Grant?

First of all, the government of South Africa started the Social Relief of Distress Grant as R350. Then, it was modified into an SRD R370 Grant in May 2020 in response to the return of the Coronavirus to provide temporary support to many people in the country. From May 2020 to today, more than 8 million South African citizens will benefit from the SRD Grant.

Eligibility for this Grant

How can I apply for the SRD R370 Grant?

Any South African citizen who meets all the eligibility criteria can apply for SRD. There are two main ways to apply for this grant: the first is online, and the second is in-person by hand.

Applying online

• Visit SASSA’s official website.
• Navigate to the grants section.
• Click on Social Relief Distress Grant to access the application form.
• Fill out the complete application form with accurate information.
• Upload copies of all required documents.
• Then, double-check all the information and documents.
• Now, submit your SRD R370 grant form.

Applying in-person

• First, look for the nearest SASSA office on Google Maps or ask locally.
• Then, visit your nearest SASSA office for an SRD R370 application form.
• Complete the application form with accurate information.
• Attach copies of all required documents.
• Recheck all information and documents before applying.
• Now, submit an application form to the SASSA agent.
• After submitting the application form, keep the application updated regularly.

Note: You must provide all the information and documents (ID card, proof of income, disability proof certificate) with 100% accuracy. Do not use any other person’s information or documents. It is considered fraud. According to its laws, SASSA will reject your application and take legal action against you.

The estimated amount for the Social Relief Distress Grant in 2024 is

In 2024, the social relief distress grant will pay out R370, previously R350. All regions of the country receive the fixed value of this grant.

Methods of payment for this grant.

Here are two essential methods for getting funds each month:

Bank Account

SASSA will transfer the complete payment to the provided bank account each month.

Cash Collection point

Each month, the applicant can select their preferred payment form.

The payment dates for the social relief distress grant have been finalized.

Check the status of the Social Relief Distress Grant application.

You can check the status of your SRD R370 application by using the following method.

1. You can reach the call center via the SASSA toll-free helpline.
2. Navigate to the SASSA Status Checker and enter your phone or ID number. Also, check your application status.
3. Visit the SASSA office and check your application status.

How long is the SRD grant valid?

This grant provides for short-term or temporary relief.

• It began in May 2020 and ran for six months, ending in October 2020. Then, the cabinet repeated it for 3 to 6 months. The cabinet continued it in response to the COVID-19 crisis. The running project will end in March 2024.

What were the main reasons for the SRD grant’s decline?

SASSA approves the majority of applications for social relief distress grants but rejects some for the following reasons:

• The recipient has already been awarded other social grants.
• The recipient is doing a job somewhere.
• Have another source of income.
• Recipients who do not qualify are subject to a test.
• He may only provide some of the supporting documents that prove eligibility.
• The applicant may need to provide the correct details.
• This grant’s budget has run out.

If the SASSA rejects your application, you can file an appeal with all necessary supporting documentation.

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How can I appeal a rejected Social Relief Distress Grant application?

We are providing all possible methods to appeal a rejected application. Go to the nearest SASSA office and get a form for the rejected application.

• Discuss the reason for the application rejection.
• Please fill out a complete form with accurate information.
• Attach all required documents.
• Next, submit the application form to a SASSA agent.
• You will receive notifications about updates via the phone number you provided.

You can report any fraud regarding the SRD Grant.

Please report any fraud or corruption involving the Social Relief Distress Grant.

• SASSA’s toll-free fraud hotline: 0800 601 011
• National Anti-Corruption Hotline: 0800 701 701

FAQs regarding the SASSA SRD R370 Grant are available.

Conclusion

In 2020, the Social Relief Distress Grant, formerly known as R350, transitioned to SRD R370. This is one of the most essential social grants provided by the government of South Africa. That gives short-term financial help to individuals and families affected by the COVID-19 crisis. To qualify for this grant, you must fulfill all the criteria. And have all valid supporting documents.