SASSA Status Check – How to Check R370 Payment Dates & Application Status
SASSA Status Check helps applicants and beneficiaries track their SASSA SRD grant status and find out the R370 payment dates. Checking your status is essential to know if your application is approved, pending, or declined. It also helps you confirm when you will receive your grant payment. SASSA provides different ways to check the status of your SRD grant. You can do it online, through WhatsApp, SMS, a phone call, or the Moya App. You can also visit a SASSA office for assistance.
Update: SASSA Grant Increased from R350 to R370
The SRD grant has been increased from R350 to R370. Starting in April 2024, all beneficiaries will receive R370 each month. This increase is meant to help beneficiaries keep up with rising costs.
SASSA R370 Payment Dates for 2025
Each type of SASSA grant has a fixed payment date. Below are the confirmed payment dates for major grants in 2025:
- Older Persons Grant: 4 February 2025
- Disability Grant: 5 February 2025
- Children’s Grant: 6 February 2025
For the SRD R370 grant, payments are made randomly, usually after the second week of each month. This means there is no fixed date for SRD payments, and beneficiaries must check their status regularly to know their specific payment date.
How to Check SASSA SRD R370 Status?
You can check your SASSA grant status in multiple ways. Below are the most reliable methods:
1. Online – srd.sassa.gov.za
- Visit srd.sassa.gov.za/sc19/status.
- Enter your ID number and phone number.
- Click Submit to view your status.
2. WhatsApp – 082 046 8553
- Save 082 046 8553 as SASSA Status Check.
- Open WhatsApp and send a message.
- Follow the instructions to check your SRD status.
3. SMS – 32555
- Open your phone’s messaging app.
- Type STATUS (space) ID number.
- Send the SMS to 32555.
- You will receive a status update.
4. Phone Call – 080 060 1011
- Dial 080 060 1011.
- Provide your ID number and application ID.
- Get your status update from the SASSA representative.
5. Moya App (No Data Needed)
- Download MoyaApp from the Play Store.
- Open the app and go to SASSA SRD Services.
- Check your status for free without using mobile data.
6. Visit a SASSA Office
If your application has been pending for more than two weeks, visit your nearest SASSA office. Bring your ID number and application details to get an update on your status.
Why is My SASSA Money Not In?
If your SASSA payment has not arrived, it could be due to:
- Processing delays – Payments may take longer to process.
- Cash shortages – Some Post Offices may not have enough cash for payments.
- Bank verification issues – Incorrect bank details can delay your payment.
- Public holidays or weekends – Payments may be delayed if the scheduled date falls on a non-working day.
If you do not receive your payment within 5 days after the expected date, contact SASSA for assistance.
How to Appeal a Declined SASSA SRD R370 Grant?
If your application is declined, you can submit an appeal to SASSA for reconsideration.
How to Submit an Appeal:
- Visit srd.sassa.gov.za/appeal.
- Click on ‘Lodge an Appeal’.
- Enter your ID number and phone number.
- Click ‘Send PIN’, then enter the PIN sent to your phone.
- Select the month for which you want to appeal.
- Provide the reason for appeal.
- Click Submit.
You can check your appeal status online or call 080 060 1011 for updates.
Understanding SASSA SRD Status Messages
Your status may display different messages. Here’s what they mean:
- Pending: Your application is still being processed.
- Approved but No Payment Date: Your grant is approved, but no payday is set yet.
- Declined: Your application was rejected. You can appeal.
- Referred: Your application is under additional verification.
- Self Exclusion Response Found: You earn more than R370 per month and do not qualify.
- Means Income Source Identified: SASSA found another source of income in your name.
Other SASSA Grants Available
Besides the SRD R370 grant, SASSA also provides:
- Old Age Grant
- Disability Grant
- Child Support Grant
- Care Dependency Grant
- Grant-in-Aid
SASSA Payment Increases – April & October 2025
SASSA grants will increase in April and October 2025 as follows:
- Old Age (60-74): R2,290 → R2,300
- Old Age (75+): R2,310 → R2,320
- Child Support Grant: R560
- SRD Grant: R370 (unchanged)
It is important to check your SASSA status regularly to know your payment date and avoid missing any updates. Always use official SASSA platforms to prevent fraud and misinformation. For further assistance, visit srd.sassa.gov.za or call 080 060 1011.