SASSA R1370 Grant 2025 : The social welfare system of South Africa continues to extend its arms to millions in need through the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA). The new installment is the R1370 grant. It is intended to provide financial relief to qualified persons and households who are unemployed and impoverished. Given the increased cost of living and despair concerning the unemployment rate, the SASSA R1370 grant is a fitting and welcome initiative. Here is everything you need to know about the application form, eligibility criteria, and payment dates.
What Is The R1370 SASSA Grant?
The R1370 grant represents another effort in the ongoing SASSA provision of temporary and permanent social assistance to the extremely needy people in the country. This particular grant is designed to supply certified beneficiaries with R1370 per month intended to pay for basic needs such as food, transport, electricity, and essential services. This comes as a huge pressure relief for many households that are still bearing the impact of loss emanating from the pandemic to inflation.
This particular grant is really focused on the unemployed, income less caregivers, and people that do not exist under the social grants or unemployment insurance.
Eligibility Criteria For R1370 SASSA Grant
These are the necessary requirements an applicant has to meet in order to qualify for the R1370 grant:
- Be a South African citizen, permanent resident, or registered refugee with Home Affairs.
- Age 18 or older.
- Must not be receiving another social grant or UIF benefit.
- Monthly income below the SASSA threshold.
- Unemployed or not earn a regular income.
- Not receiving government bursary or NSFAS financial support.
It is important to provide truthful and accurate information as SASSA runs checks into the income and founding history prior to granting approval.
How To Apply, Application Form And Process
Basically, the R1370 grant application has just been made simple for anyone who wishes to apply for it. Applications may take one of the following forms:
- Online application through the SASSA official website: [https://srd.sassa.gov.za](https://srd.sassa.gov.za)
- Through the SASSA mobile app available for Android and iOS.
- If you cannot submit this online, you may also apply at your nearest SASSA office, where they will assist you in making a manual application.
You will need to have your ID number, proof of residence, bank account details, and contact details for the application process. After applying, you will get an SMS or email regarding your application status.
Payment Dates And Disbursement Information
Payments for the R1370 grant are expected to start rolling out from the middle of the year 2025, depending on when Application approval is granted. SASSA is going to issue a monthly payment schedule, and funds will be directly deposited in beneficiaries’ bank accounts or disbursed from points of payment. To keep track, SASSA encourages applicants to keep checking the website or call the SASSA helpline on 0800 60 10 11.
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