Social Relief of Distress (SRD R370) Grant

The Social Relief of Distress (SRD R370) grant provides temporary financial assistance to individuals and families in dire need. It is designed to help those unable to meet their most basic needs due to various challenging circumstances.

This grant is available to:

South African citizens,
Permanent residents, and
Recognized refugees who meet specific criteria.

Who Qualifies for the SRD R370 Grant?

To qualify for the SRD R370 grant, applicants must meet one or more of the following criteria:

Awaiting payment of an approved social grant.
The breadwinner is temporarily disabled (less than six months).
The breadwinner has passed away, and the application is made within 12 months of death.
The breadwinner has been admitted to an institution for at least one month.
Not receiving maintenance from a person legally obligated to pay.
Affected by a disaster under the Disaster Management Act.
Experiencing undue hardship and meeting the requirements of the SRD procedure manual.

How to Apply for the SRD R370 Grant?

Applying for the SRD R370 grant is simple and can be done in the following ways:

In-Person Application:
- Visit the SASSA office nearest to you.
- If unable to visit due to age or illness, a family member can apply on your behalf with a letter of authorization.
Online Application:
- Visit the SRD Grant Online Application Portal.
- Complete the application form and upload required documents.
Required Documents:
- Identity document (ID).
- Proof of income or lack thereof.

Once your application is complete, you will receive a receipt or reference number as proof.

Additional Actions You Can Take:

Reconfirm Your SRD Grant: Regularly reconfirm your eligibility to ensure continued support.
Update Your Phone Number or Bank Details: Follow the steps provided on the Change Contact or Bank Details Page.

Covid-19 Social Relief of Distress R370 Grant

The Covid-19 SRD R370 grant is specifically for individuals who:

Have insufficient means to support themselves.
Are between 18 and 60 years old.
Reside within South Africa’s borders.

Eligible groups include:

South African citizens, permanent residents, refugees, asylum seekers, and special permit holders (Angolan, Lesotho, Zimbabwe Exemption Permit).
Applicants not residing in government-funded institutions.

SRD Grant Status, Payment, and Appeals

Here are the ways to manage your grant easily:

How to Check Your SRD R370 Grant Status

You can track your SRD grant application status online by visiting the SASSA Status Check Page.

When Will the SRD R370 Grant Be Paid?

Check updated payment dates for the SRD R370 grant on the SASSA Payment Dates Page.

How to Appeal a Declined SRD R370 Grant?

If your SRD grant application is declined, you have the right to appeal.
Visit the SASSA Appeal Page to submit your appeal and check its status.

How Will I Receive My SRD R370 Grant?

Beneficiaries can choose how they want to receive payments:

Direct deposit into a personal bank account.
Payment into an account opened with SASSA’s service provider.

Important Notes:

Provide written permission for payments to a personal bank account.
Never share your PIN, as SASSA will not request it.