The South African Social Security Agency (Sassa) promulgated the payment schedule for the Covid-19 SRD grant for March 2025. This is for beneficiaries who are receiving R370 as a support measure under the government extension relief program.
However, while significant to many South Africans, this will remain unchanged for 2025, despite most expecting a raise. Here is everything you need to know about the SRD grant payment date, eligibility, and how to check your status.
Sassa SRD Grant Payment Dates for March 2025
Payments are processed by Sassa during the last week of March. Payment processing takes a few days as the verification checks can take some time. Below is the March 2025 payment schedule:
Payment Date Expected Payment Processing Available in Account
March 20, 2025 Payment processing to begin March 26, 27, 28, and 29, 2025
Do note that the funds may take a maximum of three days to reflect in the bank accounts after processing.
How to Check the Status of Your SRD Grant
To avoid confusion and ensure payments go through on time, Sassa requires beneficiaries to check their SRD status within the payment week. This can be easily done via:
- Sassa Website: On the official SRD website, you can check your payment status.
- Phone Checking: Call 080 060 1011, provide your ID number, and check your status.
Certainly! In order to be eligible for the Sassa SRD grant, certain criteria must be met. The grant is applicable to:
- Age range: Applicants must fall within 18 to 59 years of age.
- Residence: You must be a South African citizen, permanent resident, or holder of a special permit.
- Income limit: You should have no more than R624 in your bank account.
No other government assistance: The applicant should not be receiving UIF benefits, NSFAS bursaries, or any other permanent social grants.
Sassa SRD Grant Application Procedure
The application for SRD grant is simple and it is done online through myGov.
- Step 1: Confirm Eligibility
- Use the SRD eligibility checker available on the Sassa website to confirm that you have met the requirements.
- Step 2: Application
- Open the Sassa site; click on the “Click here to apply online” tab.
- Enter your mobile number and wait for your One-Time Pin (OTP) to finish the process.
- Step 3: Submit Application
- Follow all prompts for you to submit your application online.
Biometric identification for new applicants
For new applications, biometric verification is mandatory. This will help counter any possible fraudulent activities and ensure that the SRD grant is delivered into the right hands. Existing grant recipients do not need to reapply unless they have issues relating to their current application.
Other Information Sassa SRD and Basic Income Grant (BIG)
The SRD grant represents a building block for further potential income support measures, such as BIG. As stated in 2025 Budget Speech, the SRD grant should serve as a template for BIG, which aims to provide long-term income support to unemployed persons.
The consultations on the Basic Income Grant are continuing. A draft policy for the Basic Income Grant is likely to be presented before Parliament in the financial year 2025/2026.
Queries and complaints regarding Sassa payments
For those with payment queries or issues, contact points are:
- Sassa Toll-free Call Centre: 0800 60 10 11
- Sassa Head Office: 012 400 2322
- Email: GrantEnquiries@sassa.gov.za
- The Sassa SRD Grant is still a critical support for the sustenance of many South Africans in dire need.
- It is now important to know the payment dates, eligibility criteria, and how to check your status for you to receive your SRD Grant for March 2025 on time.
Sassa has other measures in place to assist the unemployed such as the Basic Income Grant.
FAQS:
When will the March 2025 SRD grant be paid?
The March 2025 payments will begin on March 20 and will reach the accounts between March 26 and March 29.
How do I check for the status of my SRD grant?
You may check for your status online at the Sassa SRD website, or by calling the Sassa helpline.
Who qualifies for SRD grant?
South African citizens or permanent residents between 18 and 59 years of age with no other government support and an income of less than R624.