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Social Relief of Distress (SRD)

Income support for eligible adults with insufficient means.

What to check before applying

  • The official portal describes qualifying South African citizens, refugees, asylum seekers and special-permit holders.
  • Applications are assessed against eligibility conditions.
  • Appeal each declined month through the official route.
  • SASSA's 2026 booklet requires facial biometric verification for new SRD applications, referred cases and cellphone changes. Approved-but-unpaid readers should request the official verification link.

SASSA assesses the application under the applicable rules. These starting points do not determine eligibility. Read the linked official requirements before applying.

Official SRD website · SASSA: You and Your Grant, 2026 (PDF)

Sources checked . Payment dates and service arrangements can change.