The SASSA has announced that the R370 social relief distress SRD grant will come into effect in January 2025, specifically for special permit holders. It is meant to assist an asylum seeker or a refugee to cope with the harshness of the economy. Here are all the details you need on payment dates and eligibility of people for this grant, included how the payment works.
Who Qualifies To Apply For R370 Grant?
Those eligible to qualify for the R370 SRD grant are as follows:
- Holders of valid permits for special purposes being obtained from the Department of Home Affairs, were likely to be asylum seekers or refugees.
- Residing in South Africa.
- Designated without any form of income or support financially.
- Fulfill the other qualifying criteria defined by SASSA like the proof of identity and residency.
- Application : Ensure your special permits are valid and up-to-date for you to qualify for the grant.
January Payment Dates For 2025
SASSA has named the following dates with regard to R370 SRD payments during the month of January 2025:
- Older Persons Grant: 3 January 2025
- Disability Grant: 4 January 2025
- Child Support and Other Grants: 5 January 2025
Though SRD grants do not have fixed monthly payment dates, the interested parties are all encouraged to check their payment status on the SASSA website or the nearest SASSA office.
How To Ensure Your Payment
Keep in mind that holders of special permits are then required to update their banking details from within their SASSA profiles to avoid delays in payment. Also available to beneficiaries who have no banking facility are selected Post Office branches, as well as retail partners, Pick n Pay, Shoprite, Checkers, and Boxer.
Reapplication
You can find the SASSA website if you want to reapply because your application for the SRD R370 payment has been declined in the past. Submission of all requested documents such as a valid special permit and proof of residency is required during the reapplication.
Conclusion
The R370 grant SRD provides a lot of financial assistance for special permit holders in South Africa. You have to ensure that your documents are in order, and you should track the payment schedule so that you do not miss such important assistance. For further assistance, contact SASSA directly or visit their official website.
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