Help for South Africans struggling to make ends meet takes the form of the Social Relief of Distress (SRD) Grant, frequently called the R370 grant. It was originally designed as a form of temporary assistance during the COVID-19 crisis. The grant remains in place as of 2025, offering aid to South Africans aged 18 to 59 who find themselves out of work and are not in receipt of any other grants.
Payment Amount & Continuation
The SRD Grant stood at R370 in 2025, having previously risen from R350 in April of 2024. As of the national budget, which has earmarked funding for the grant, it will continue to be funded until the end of March 2026, further indicating the government’s goodwill.
2025 Grant Qualifications
The following conditions must be fulfilled to be eligible for the R370 SRD grant:
- Be a South African citizen, permanent resident, or an asylum seeker/special permit holder
- Unemployed, aged between 18 and 60
- Not receiving any social grants, UIF, or other financial assistance like NSFAS bursaries
- Living in South Africa and passing SASSA’s means test
What Is the Timeline for Payments?
The SRD Grant of R370 is disbursed towards the end of the month—often between the 20th and 27th, though this can change—but the other SASSA grants have set disbursement dates.
For Example:
- Payments for August 2025 were planned for August 20-27
- Payments for July 2025 were made from July 25-31
Even though we don’t have the exact dates for September 2025, the SRD Grant payments will most likely follow the same pattern and be made towards the end of the month.
How To Find Out Your Status & Payment Details
There are several simple methods to check your SRD Grant status:
- Online: Go to the SASSA portal at srd.sassa.gov.za to check your application status and payment date. You just need to enter your ID and phone number.
- SMS: On your registered phone number, send “STATUS <Your ID Number>” to 32555 or 082 046 8553.
- WhatsApp: Send a message to 082 046 8553, start by replying with “STATUS,” and complete the steps to receive your update.
- USSD (no data required): Dial *120*3210# and pick the “SRD Grant Status” menu.
Also Read: SASSA October 2025 Payment Dates: R350, Pension, And Disability Grants Confirmed