Where To Collect SRD Grant Payments For April 2025? The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has scheduled the SRD grant payments for April 2025 to be disbursed between 25 April and 30 April 2025. These payments are made after SASSA completes its verification checks to ensure that only eligible individuals receive the grant.
How to Check Your SRD Grant Status
To confirm your payment status:
- Visit the SASSA SRD Status Website: Navigate to the status check section.
- Enter Your Details: Provide your ID number and the cellphone number used during application.
- Receive OTP: You’ll get a one-time PIN (OTP) for security verification.
- View Status: After entering the OTP, you’ll see your grant status and the expected payment date.
Collection Methods for SRD Grant Payments
Beneficiaries have multiple options to collect their R370 SRD grant:
1. Bank Account
Opting for direct deposit into your personal bank account is the qui
2. Retail Stores
If you prefer collecting your grant in person, authorized retail outlets such as Pick n Pay, Checkers, Shoprite, USave, and Boxer are available. Remember to bring your South African ID when collecting your payment.
3. Cash Send Services
For individuals without bank accounts, SASSA offers the Cash Send option. You’ll need a cellphone with a registered number and valid identification to access this service.
Eligibility Criteria for the SRD Grant
To qualify for the SRD grant, applicants must:
- Citizenship: Be a South African citizen, permanent resident, or valid permit holder (e.g., refugees, asylum seekers).
- Age: Be between 18 and 59 years old.
- Employment Status: Be unemployed and actively seeking work.
- Income: Not receive any other social grants or Unemployment Insurance Fund (UIF) payments.
Applicants must reconfirm their eligibility every month to continue receiving the grant.
Enhanced Verification Procedures
To reduce fraud and ensure fair distribution, SASSA has implemented stricter verification measures:
- Biometric Verification: Beneficiaries may be required to provide fingerprints or facial recognition data.
- Cross-Referencing: SASSA validates applicant details against databases from the Department of Home Affairs, UIF, and SARS.
Ensure your information with these agencies is accurate to avoid delays.
Future of the SRD Grant
The SRD grant, initially introduced as a temporary measure, has been extended until March 31, 2026, with a monthly payout of R370. This extension aims to support over 8 million South Africans, including refugees and asylum seekers.
Contacting SASSA
For queries or assistance:
- Toll-Free Call Centre: 0800 60 10 11
- Head Office: 012 400 2322
- Email: [email protected]
