SASSA Status Check – SRD R370 Status Check June 2026
SASSA Status Check 2026
Complete SRD R370 Guide
Everything you need to check your SRD R370 grant status, understand every result, fix declined applications, and protect yourself from scams — all in one place.
What Is the SRD R370 Grant?
The Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant is a monthly cash payment of R370 paid by SASSA to South African citizens, permanent residents, and special permit holders who have no income or financial support. Introduced in May 2020 during COVID-19, it has been extended multiple times due to persistent unemployment levels.
As of June 2026, the SRD grant remains at R370 per month — unchanged from previous financial years. It is funded through to 31 March 2027, with R36.4 billion allocated in the 2026 Budget.
Who Qualifies?
You must meet all of the following to qualify:
5 Ways to Check Your Status
All five methods access the same SASSA database. Have your 13-digit SA ID number and registered cellphone number ready before you begin.
Most detailed, shows month-by-month history. Always verify: srd.sassa.gov.za
- Go to srd.sassa.gov.za
- Click “Check your SRD status”
- Enter your 13-digit SA ID number
- Enter your registered cellphone number
- Click Submit — your monthly status appears
Works on any South African mobile network, including basic phones.
Save 082 046 8553, send the word “Status”, and follow the chatbot prompts. Available 24/7.
0800 60 10 11 · Mon–Fri 08:00–16:00 · Free from all major networks and landlines. Select the SRD option when prompted.
If you’ve lost access to your registered phone number, visit in person with your original green barcoded ID book or smart ID card.
What Each Status Result Means
Your eligibility has been confirmed for that month. SASSA checked your details against Home Affairs, SARS, UIF, and your bank — you passed all criteria. A personal payment date will appear on your status page.
SASSA is still verifying your details for the current month. Normal during the first two weeks of each cycle. If pending beyond three weeks, update your details to trigger a fresh verification.
You didn’t meet one or more criteria for that specific month. Read the specific decline reason on the portal — common reasons include income identified, UIF registered, or identity mismatch.
Deposits in your bank account totalled R628 or more during the assessed month. The system cannot distinguish salary from family transfers — all deposits are counted.
Your ID number doesn’t match Home Affairs records. Often occurs after a name change, new smart ID, or data capture error.
You’ve been approved but no valid bank account is linked, or verification is still in progress. Payment is held until bank details are confirmed.
SASSA sent payment but it was returned by your bank — usually due to an inactive/closed account or name mismatch.
Why Your Status Changes Every Month
Every single month, SASSA runs a fresh eligibility check. This involves:
The R628 Means Test Explained
SASSA checks the means test automatically by scanning your registered bank account for all deposits received in a given month. R628 is calculated as the food poverty line — the minimum required to purchase adequate food for one month.
What Counts as Income
Salary or wages · Cash sent by family (EFT, CashSend, e-wallet) · NSFAS allowances · UIF payments · Stokvels/savings club payments · Any other bank deposit
What Does NOT Count
The Child Support Grant (CSG does not disqualify you) · Having no deposits at all
SRD R370 Payment Dates 2026
SRD payments are processed in batches toward the end of each month, after re-verification completes. Your personal pay date appears on the portal once Approved.
| Month | Expected SRD Payment Window |
|---|---|
| April 2026 | 24–30 April |
| May 2026 | 25–30 May |
| June 2026 | Expected 24–30 June |
| July 2026 | Expected 25–31 July |
Other SASSA Grant Payment Dates 2026/27
| Month | Older Persons | Disability | Children’s & Other |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 2026 | 2 June (Tue) | 3 June (Wed) | 4 June (Thu) |
| July 2026 | 2 July (Thu) | 3 July (Fri) | 6 July (Mon) |
| August 2026 | 4 Aug (Tue) | 5 Aug (Wed) | 6 Aug (Thu) |
| September 2026 | 2 Sep (Wed) | 3 Sep (Thu) | 4 Sep (Fri) |
| October 2026 | 2 Oct (Fri) | 5 Oct (Mon) | 6 Oct (Tue) |
| November 2026 | 3 Nov (Tue) | 4 Nov (Wed) | 5 Nov (Thu) |
| December 2026 | 2 Dec (Wed) | 3 Dec (Thu) | 4 Dec (Fri) |
How to Appeal a Declined Status
Being declined is not the end. SASSA’s SRD appeal process has two stages — both are completely free. You do not need a lawyer.
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1Reconsideration — Within 30 DaysGo to srd.sassa.gov.za → find the declined month → click “Request Reconsideration” → provide a written explanation and attach supporting documents (bank statements, SAPS affidavit explaining each flagged deposit). You can also call 0800 60 10 11 or visit a SASSA office.
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2ITSAA Formal Appeal — Within 90 DaysIf your reconsideration is rejected, lodge a formal appeal with the Independent Tribunal for Social Assistance Appeals (ITSAA) at srd.dsd.gov.za/appeals within 90 days of the reconsideration outcome. If ITSAA rules in your favour, you receive back-pay. ITSAA’s decision is final.
How to Update Your Banking Details
- Go to srd.sassa.gov.za and log in with your ID and registered phone number
- Select “Update Banking Details” from your profile menu
- Enter the OTP sent to your registered phone number
- Click the secure link sent via SMS and complete the update
- Enter details of a savings or cheque account in your own name
- Allow 7–14 business days for bank verification to complete
Common Problems & Fixes
Log into the portal and update any detail to trigger a fresh verification cycle. If it persists 5–7 more days, call 0800 60 10 11 and ask for manual review flagging.
Banking details still being verified, or batch payment not yet assigned. Confirm bank details are correct and wait until end of payment window (around the 24th–30th).
Allow 2–3 business days after your stated pay date. If still nothing, check bank account status, then contact your bank, then call SASSA.
Confirm signal strength, then check whether your registered number is still linked. If you changed SIMs, follow the phone number change process. Otherwise call 0800 60 10 11.
SASSA Grant Amounts 2026/27
New amounts took effect from 1 April 2026. Seven permanent grants received above-inflation increases. The SRD grant was the exception.
| Grant Type | Amount (Apr 2026) | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Older Persons Grant (60–74) | R2,400 | +R85 |
| Older Persons Grant (75+) | R2,420 | +R85 |
| Disability Grant | R2,400 | +R85 |
| Care Dependency Grant | R2,400 | +R85 |
| Foster Child Grant | R1,290 | +R40 |
| Child Support Grant | R580 | +R20 |
| Grant-in-Aid | R580 | +R20 |
| War Veterans Grant | R2,420 | +R85 |
| SRD Grant | R370 | No change |
SASSA Scams: Protect Yourself
Posts claiming SASSA introduced a new R700 grant are completely false. There is no R700 grant. The SRD grant is R370. Anyone asking you to apply for R700 is a criminal.
Criminals use SIM swaps to take over your phone number and request OTPs to redirect your grant payments. If you suddenly lose signal or stop receiving OTPs, call your mobile provider immediately, then call SASSA on 0800 60 10 11.
No one can run a SASSA status check for a fee. The status check is free at srd.sassa.gov.za. Any website or person charging for this is scamming you.
Scammers create sites that look exactly like the official portal. Always check the domain: srd.sassa.gov.za — not srd-sassa.co.za, sassaonline.net, or any other variation.