SASSA, the South African Social Security Agency, oversees the distribution of Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grants throughout South Africa. Its purpose is to administer various grants to eligible individuals and families, offering financial assistance to those in vulnerable situations, such as the elderly, disabled, and families with children.
Change Banking Details SASSA
If you receive grants from the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) and your online application indicates pending banking details, whether it pertains to child support, foster children, old age, disability, care dependency, war veteran, grant in aid, or relief of distress (SRD) grant, you can update your SASSA banking information by following these steps:
- Visit the SASSA SRD web portal at srd.sassa.gov.za.
- Choose either the “South African ID Holder” section or “Asylum Seekers and Special Permit Holders.”
- Scroll down to the option labeled “How do I change my banking details” and click on it.
- Enter your South African ID number in the provided box.
- Receive a 6-digit OTP via SMS on the cellphone number used for the application.
- Enter the received OTP and click the “Verify Pin” button.
- Upon successful verification, receive another message containing a secure link.
- Click the secure link and carefully follow the instructions to change your bank details.
- If you have a Personal Bank account, complete the following steps:
- Choose Bank Name
- Provide Account Number
- Provide Branch Code
- Provide Account Type
- Agree to Terms and Conditions
- Submit Updated Banking Details
- If you don’t have a Personal Bank account, complete the following steps:
- Choose a Payment option, such as Cash Send, available at Pick n Pay, Moya App, Boxer, Shoprite, Checkers, or Usave.
- Agree to Terms and Conditions
- Submit Your Updated Banking Details
- After submitting the updated bank details, SASSA will verify your new payment method and future payments will be processed accordingly.
- To ensure a smooth payment process, stay informed about the latest SASSA Payment Dates, allowing you to confirm your payday and receive your payments effortlessly.
When to Update SRD Banking Details:
To receive your SRD R350 grant funds, it is essential to provide accurate banking information. If you acquire a new bank account or modify your existing one, ensure to update SASSA’s financial records.
Bear in mind the significance of precise banking information in your interactions with SASSA. Ensuring the accuracy of your details is crucial for the successful disbursement of your grant funds. Therefore, promptly change your banking information on the website as soon as you become aware of any updates, following the instructions provided.