4 Ways to Cancel SASSA R350 Grant Application or Reinstate it

A number of grants have been implemented by SASSA to help South Africans who are financially disabled. SASSA beneficiaries benefit from these grants, including those designed to help unemployed individuals, such as the Social Relief of Distress (SRD) R350. The SRD grant can be applied for online through several platforms.

This article explains how to cancel an application for the SRD R350 grant that has already been approved or submitted.

How to Cancel Your SASSA SRD Grant Application?

Through various grants, including the R350 grant, the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) provides financial assistance to eligible individuals. SASSA R350 grant applications may need to be canceled in certain circumstances.

This article will guide you through the process of canceling your application and answer your questions.

1. Online Cancellation Through SASSA Website

Steps can be followed to cancel SASSA SRD r350 grant application online:

• Visit SASSA SRD’s website.
• There are two boxes on another page where you must fill out the information.
• Your 13-digit barcoded ID number should be entered in the first box.
• If you applied for a grant using a mobile phone number, enter it in the second box.
• You can cancel your SASSA Relief Grant application in several ways by clicking the “Send Pin” button below. 
• An OTP pin will be sent to your mobile phone. In the provided box, enter the pin.
• If you wish to cancel your application, click the “Cancel My Grant” button.

2. Cancellation Through WhatsApp

Follow these simple steps to cancel your SASSA relief grant application via WhatsApp:

• Please save SASSA’s WhatsApp number: 082 046 8553.
• You can cancel SASSA R350 grants by sending a message to this number.
• Select “Cancel My Application” from the menu.
• As requested, please provide your ID number and mobile phone number.
• Please confirm your cancellation.

3. Cancellation Through Helpline

You can cancel your SASSA relief grant application by calling the toll-free helpline:

• To reach SASSA’s USSD helpline, dial 0800 601 011.
• Your application can be canceled if you provide the necessary information as requested.
• You can cancel your relief grant application with SASSA’s approval.

4. Cancellation through Email

SASSA relief grant applications can be canceled via email by following the steps below:

• To contact SASSA, send an email to [email protected].
• If you want your SRD grant canceled, write a clear email stating your request.
• If you have any other questions related to SASSA grants, you can also email us.
• SASSA will respond to your email once you send it.

Should I Cancel My SASSA SRD R350 Grant Application?

SASSA SRD grants should be canceled if you do not meet eligibility criteria but are still receiving payments. SASSA may file a fraud case against you if you continue to receive payments illegally. As soon as possible, you should cancel your application in order to avoid such consequences.

Your Relief Grant application should be canceled for the following reasons:

• Despite not meeting the grant eligibility criteria, you continue to receive payments. To avoid legal consequences, cancel your grant.
• Your income is high and you are able to meet your basic needs. You should cancel your grant if this is the case.
• There is a difference between your income and the threshold of R624. The SRD grant must be canceled in such a case.
• Payments are still being made to you even though you are under 18 years old. You are not eligible to apply for the Relief grant if you cancel your grant.

SASSA SRD grants are equivalent to stealing food from poor children when they are illegally received. It is therefore important to cancel your application if you are receiving payments but don’t meet the eligibility criteria. In any of the above cases, consider the deserving candidates who really need the grant and cancel your application.

Who Qualifies for SASSA SRD Application Reinstatement?

If you want to apply again for the SASSA SRD application, you must consider particular eligibility criteria or requirements set by SASSA. The following are the requirements the applicant must complete:

• The applicant must hold South African citizenship.
• To be eligible, you must be a resident of South Africa.
• The applicant must either be a refugee, asylum seeker, or special permit holder in South Africa.
• The applicant’s age must be between 18 and 60 years old.
• In order to qualify for the reinstatement process, the applicant must pass a means test. This is a test that assesses a person’s assets and income to determine if they meet the financial criteria to qualify for the SASSA SRD program. Therefore, your total income must be below R624.
• You must be unemployed and not receiving any form of financial support from other social services or programs.
• The applicant must not possess adequate financial resources to support themselves.
• There must be no contribution from the applicant’s side towards the UIF payment, neither should they be eligible for it.
• Lastly, the applicant must make sure that they are not receiving any funds or financial support from any other social services programs, such as the NSFAS program, etc.

How to Reinstate the SASSA SRD Application after Cancellation?

Since I have already gone through the qualification criteria, let me tell you about how you can reinstate your SASSA SRD grant application after you have canceled it. The process is easy and can be carried out online. The following are the steps involved in the application process:

Step 1: Open the SASSA SRD Official Website

First, open your browser and search for the official website of the SASSA SRD R350 grant, or you can click on this link https://srd.sassa.gov.za/. The website is easy to navigate through and is user-friendly.

Step 2: Navigate to the “Reinstate” tab

After successfully opening the website, go to the “South African ID holder” section and click on the “proceed” option. Afterward, you will be directed to a new page; scroll down and click on the “Click here to Reinstate Online” tab.

Step 3: Provide Personal Details

Next, enter your authentic South African ID number and your phone number, the one that you used to submit your application. Afterward, press the “Send Pin” option. Shortly after, you will receive an SMS on the number (you just provided ) containing a One-Time-Pin (OTP).

Lastly, enter the OTP in the required input box and click on “Verify” to move toward the next step.

Step 4: Provide Reason For Reinstatement

After the verification step, you must explain why you want to reinstate the SRD application. Among plenty of options, select the one that matches your circumstances. After selecting the reason, a message will pop up asking, “Are you sure you want to reinstate the grant?”

Press “Yes,” and the reinstatement procedure will be completed.

SASSA R350 grant applications can be canceled in a straightforward manner. You can successfully cancel your application by contacting SASSA, providing the necessary information, and following their instructions. It is important to remember that canceling an application does not prevent you from reapplying if you meet the eligibility criteria in the future. Visit SASSA’s office or call their helpline for further assistance or information.