The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) provides a range of social grants to eligible individuals and families to help them meet their basic needs. One of these grants is the R350 Special COVID-19 Social Relief of Distress Grant, which was introduced in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. If you have applied for this grant and have not received it, you may be able to request a reconsideration. In this article, we will discuss how to check the status of your SASSA R350
How To Check SASSA R350 Grant Reconsideration Status
Are you wondering about your SASSA R350 reconsideration status? If you have applied for a grant reconsideration and are waiting for a decision, there are several ways you can check the status of your application. You can use any of the methods discussed below to check your status.
Contact SASSA:
The easiest way to check the status of your SASSA R350 reconsideration is to call SASSA’s toll-free number at 0800 601 011 or visit a SASSA office in person. When you contact SASSA, you will need to provide your grant reference number and other personal information to verify your identity. SASSA staff can tell you the current status of your grant reconsideration and any further steps you may need to take.
Check your grant status online:
If you have registered for SASSA’s online services, you can check the status of your grant reconsideration by logging in to your account and navigating to the “My Grants” section. Here, you will find information about the status of your grant application, including whether your grant reconsideration has been approved or denied.
Check the status of your grant reconsideration by SMS:
Another option is to check the status of your SASSA R350 reconsideration by sending an SMS with your grant reference number to the number provided by SASSA. You will receive an SMS with information about the current status of your grant reconsideration.
It’s important to note that the processing time for grant reconsiderations can vary depending on the volume of applications that SASSA is currently processing. If you have not received any updates on the status of your grant reconsideration, it is advisable to contact SASSA to inquire about the status of your application.
Why Is My SASSA Reconsideration Still Pending?
There could be a few reasons why your SASSA R350 reconsideration is still pending. Some possible reasons include the following:
High volume of applications:
If SASSA receives a high volume of grant reconsideration applications, it may take longer to process them. This could lead to delays in the reconsideration process.
Incomplete or incorrect information:
If you did not provide all the necessary information or documents when you applied for the grant reconsideration, or if the information you provided was incorrect, your application may be delayed. It is important to ensure that your application is complete and accurate to avoid delays in the reconsideration process.
Verification process:
SASSA may need to verify the information you provided in your grant reconsideration application. This process could take time, especially if SASSA needs to contact other government agencies or organizations to verify your information.
Administrative issues:
There may be administrative or technical problems causing delays in the reconsideration process.
Suppose your SASSA R350 reconsideration is still pending, and you have not received any updates on the status of your application. In that case, it is a good idea to contact SASSA to inquire about the status of your application. They will be able to provide you with more information on the status of your reconsideration and any further steps you may need to take.
How Do You Check if SASSA R350 Is Approved?
There are several ways to check if your SASSA R350 grant has been approved:
Contact SASSA:
You can call SASSA’s toll-free number at 0800 601 011 or visit a SASSA office to inquire about the status of your grant. You must provide your grant reference number and other personal information to verify your identity. SASSA staff can tell you if your grant has been approved and provide information on when you can expect to receive your payment.
Check your grant status online:
If you have registered for SASSA’s online services, you can check the status of your grant by logging in to your account and navigating to the “My Grants” section. Here, you will find information about the status of your grant application, including whether your grant has been approved or denied.
Check the status of your grant by SMS:
You can also check the status of your grant by sending an SMS with your grant reference number to the number provided by SASSA. You will receive an SMS with information about the current status of your grant.
It is important to note that the processing time for grant applications can vary depending on the volume of applications that SASSA is currently processing. If you have not received any updates on the status of your grant, it is advisable to contact SASSA to inquire about the status of your application.
How Do I Find My SASSA Reference Number?
There are a few ways you can find your SASSA reference number:
Check your grant application or reconsideration documents:
Your SASSA reference number should be listed on any documents related to your grant application or reconsideration, such as a letter or form you received from SASSA.
Contact SASSA:
You can call SASSA’s toll-free number at 0800 601 011 or visit a SASSA office to inquire about your reference number. You will need to provide personal information to verify your identity, and SASSA staff will be able to provide you with your reference number.
Check your grant status online:
If you have registered for SASSA’s online services, you can log in to your account and navigate to the “My Grants” section. Your grant reference number is under your grant’s “Details” section.
Check your bank statement:
If you receive your grant payments via bank transfer, your SASSA reference number should be listed on your bank statement.
You may contact SASSA for further assistance if you cannot find your SASSA reference number using any of these methods.
Bottom line
We hope this article has provided helpful information on how to check the status of your SASSA R350 grant or grant reconsideration. If you found this article helpful, we encourage you to leave a comment below and share it with your loved ones. Together, we can ensure that everyone in our community has the resources and support they need to weather these challenging times.
