SRD R370 Grant
The Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant, commonly known as the R370 grant, is a monthly payment from SASSA for South Africans facing financial hardship who do not qualify for other social grants and are not otherwise supported. This page explains general eligibility, how to apply, and how payments work. This is general information only — always confirm your personal eligibility with SASSA.
Quick Facts
- Applied for and managed online, separately from other SASSA grants
- For South African citizens, permanent residents, and certain other categories defined by SASSA, aged 18–59
- Subject to an income threshold means test
- Paid on a rolling basis by ID number rather than one fixed date for everyone
- Current amount: up to R370 per month (verify on official SASSA/SRD sources, as amounts can change)
Who May Qualify
This grant is generally aimed at South Africans (and certain other qualifying residents) between 18 and 59 years old who are unemployed or have very low income, are not receiving another SASSA grant, and are not receiving unemployment insurance (UIF) payments. Exact income thresholds are set by SASSA and are not listed here to avoid outdated figures.
How To Apply
- Go to the official SASSA SRD website.
- Apply using your South African ID number or the relevant document number for your status.
- SASSA verifies your identity and checks your details against other databases (income, other grants, UIF).
- You’ll receive a status result online, and can check it again each month as SASSA re-verifies eligibility.
- If approved, payment follows SASSA’s rolling SRD payment schedule.
Payment Information
Unlike other SASSA grants, the SRD grant is generally not paid to everyone on the same date — SASSA pays it on a rolling basis, often organised by the last digits of your ID number, over an extended window each month. Visit our Payment Dates page for the latest confirmed SRD payment information.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to reapply every month?
You don’t need to submit a brand-new application every month, but SASSA re-checks your eligibility (income, other grants, database checks) each cycle, so your status can change from month to month.
What can I do if my SRD status shows I was declined?
You can submit an appeal through the official SASSA/SRD channels. See our appeals guidance for general steps on how the appeal process works.
Related Pages
Disclaimer: SA Grant Dates is an independent information resource and is not affiliated with SASSA or the South African government. Eligibility rules, amounts and processes are determined by SASSA and may change. Always verify current details on the official SASSA website or the official SRD portal.
Official Sources & Review Date
Last reviewed: 13 August 2026. This page is based on the official SASSA website and South African Government social-benefits guidance. Rules, amounts and procedures can change, so confirm important decisions through an official SASSA channel.