How to Reinstate Your SASSA Grant After Cancellation

How to Reinstate Your SASSA Grant After Cancellation You may change mind after Cancelling your sassa Grant Application and want to Reinstate ,Follow the Simple Steps as this article explain to get back to sassa SRD.

Eligibility Requirements Before Reinstating Your Cancelled Grant

You must fulfill the below eligibility criteria before reinstating your R350 grant. Otherwise, your request will be rejected:

  • You must be a South African citizen, asylum seeker, recognized refugee, or special permit holder.
  • You must be living within South Africa.
  • Your age must be between 18 to 60 years.
  • You should not be earning more than R624 per month and have insufficient assets to pass the means test criteria.
  • You must not be receiving any other government social grant, UIF (Unemployment Insurance Fund), or NSFAS (National Student Financial Aids) funds.
  • You must not refuse any job or education offer without any reason.
  • You must be unemployed, do not have any source of income, and struggle to fulfill your family’s basic needs.
  • You must not be caring in any state institution.

If you are fulfilling these above requirements, then you can easily be qualified for the SASSA grant.

How to Reinstate Your SASSA Grant

Reinstating Cancelled Application Online Via SASSA Website

Before starting the reinstatement process online, please make sure you have your South African ID card document and the phone number you used for initial application is active.

Please follow the below steps to reinstate your application online:

Step 1: Visit the SASSA Web Portal

First of all, you have to visit the SASSA website reinstate page via this link: https://srd.sassa.gov.za/sc19/reinstate.

Step 2: Provide Your ID & Phone Number

On this page, provide your South African ID number and the phone number you used to apply for your SASSA grant.

Step 3: Click the “send pin”

After that, recheck if you typed the correct information, and if everything is perfect, click the “send pin” button.

Step 4: Verify the OTP

Now, you will receive an OTP code on your registered phone number. Provide that code on the website screen and click the “verify” button.

Step 5: Provide the Reason

Once the OTP is verified, you will be redirected to another page. Here, you will need to select the reason for reinstatement of your grant. You will need to select from the below three options:

  • Cancelled in error
  • No longer have income
  • Other

Step 6: Confirm Your Reinstatement Request

After selecting the appropriate reason, a pop-up will appear with a message: “Are you sure you want to reinstate the grant?”. Click “Yes” to proceed with your reinstatement request.

That’s all it takes to apply online to restore your R350 grant. You have successfully submitted the request and now need to wait for the SASSA decision.

Reinstatement Of R350 Grant By Visiting the SASSA Office

If you prefer human interaction over an online application, then this method is for you. Please follow the below steps to reinstate your cancelled R350 grant via the SASSA office:

Step 1: Find Nearest SASSA office & their Timings

First of all, you need to find your nearest SASSA office. You can find your nearest office by searching “SASSA office near me” on Google. After finding the office, confirm their opening hours. Most SASSA offices operate from Monday to Friday between 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM, but you still need to confirm the timing of the office you are visiting.

Step 2: Gather Your Documents

Before visiting the office, you need to gather your important documents, including:

  • ID Card
  • Proof of residence (utility bills or any other document that proves your current address)
  • Bank Statement (if you have)
  • Any other supported document that can prove your financial condition (only if you have one)

Step 3: Visit the Office

Now, visit the office during their working hours. You may face long queues in the office and need to wait in the queue before your turn.

Step 4: Verify Your Identity & Submit Request

Once your turn comes, ask the SASSA official that you are here to reinstate your SRD application. The representative will ask you for your ID card and other documents to verify your identity. Provide them with the documents. After the verification, they will submit your application for reinstatement.

That’s it. You have successfully submitted your SRD grant reinstatement request. The only downside is that you may have to wait for hours outside the SASSA office as there are always long queues.

I will suggest doing it online if possible. It will save you a lot of time and effort.

Retrieving Your SASSA SRD Grant Application ID

Your SASSA SRD Grant Application ID is a unique identifier assigned to your application. If you’ve lost or forgotten this ID, it’s crucial to retrieve it to proceed with any form SASSA SRD grant application reinstatement or inquiry.

How to Retrieve Your Application ID:

  • Visit the SASSA SRD website and select the “SRD Grant” option.
  • Click on the “Retrieve ID” tab.
  • Enter your personal details as requested — typically, your ID number and mobile phone number associated with the application.
  • You will receive your Application ID through an SMS or email, depending on the contact information provided during the initial application.

Q&A about How to Reinstate Your SASSA Grant After Cancellation 

Can I cancel my SASSA application and apply again?

If you have canceled your SRD grant application by mistake or you need to reapply for it after your situation has changed, you can restore your application by following the same procedure that you used to apply before. You can follow the SRD grant via the SASSA website, WhatsApp, email, or toll-free number.

How do you restart your SASSA application?

Reinstating Cancelled Application Online Via SASSA Website
  1. Step 1: Visit the SASSA Web Portal. …
  2. Step 2: Provide Your ID & Phone Number. …
  3. Step 3: Click the “send pin” …
  4. Step 4: Verify the OTP. …
  5. Step 5: Provide the Reason. …
  6. Step 6: Confirm Your Reinstatement Request.

How do I get the 6 digit application ID?

If you don’t have an application ID, you need first to get one. Start by going to the application status link of SASSA click here for website.In the next field, enter the number you used to submit your application. Done; you will get your application ID.

How Long Will SASSA Take to Approve My Reinstatement Request?

Mostly, SASSA takes between 7 and 14 days to review your reinstatement application. Still, it may also take up to 90 days, depending on their workload and the amount of applications they are receiving.

What If my Grant Reinstatement Request is Rejected?

If SASSA declines your grant reinstatement request, they will also send you a written notice explaining why they rejected your application. The notice will also include the details of what to do next and if you are allowed to appeal your rejection.

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