Sassa Status Pending

When you check your SASSA status and see “pending,” it means your SRD R350 grant reapplication has been received but is still being processed. This process includes checking your bank details and other documents. The “pending” status just means that SASSA is reviewing everything. Once they verify your information, you’ll receive your grant payment, which provides important financial help to many South Africans.

Why is My SASSA SRD R350 Grant Payment Pending?

SASSA Status Checking follows a strict process to approve and distribute SRD grant payments. With millions of applications, it takes time to verify contact details. The verification process includes checking your information with databases such as the South African Revenue Service (SARS), National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS), or the Unemployment Insurance Fund (UIF).

SASSA also ensures applicants meet all conditions, including confirming you haven’t received other grants, before approving payments. This thorough review means it may take time for your payment to be finalized, so patience is essential.

How Do I Fix My Pending SASSA SRD Payment?

In most cases, there’s nothing you need to do immediately if your application is recently submitted. The verification process naturally takes time. It’s best to wait and check your status again the following month.

Steps to Resolve Delays

  • Visit your nearest SASSA office and explain your issue.
  • Contact SASSA via their helpline or WhatsApp support. You’ll need to provide your ID number and contact details for assistance.

How Long Does It Take for SASSA Pending Status to Be Resolved?

The time it takes to approve SASSA payments can vary, as multiple verifications need to be completed. On average, it may take four weeks or longer, depending on the volume of applications and the completeness of your documents.

Occasionally, delays can happen if there is a shortage of funds. In such cases, there’s no way to speed up the process—it’s managed entirely by SASSA.

Why is My SASSA Reapplication Pending for So Long?

SASSA requires time to process and verify every application due to the large number of tests and checks involved. This includes ensuring fair distribution of funds, which sometimes takes longer than expected. Additionally, if there are funding delays, it can affect how quickly new applications are processed.

What Are the Eligibility Criteria for the SASSA SRD Grant?

The SASSA SRD R350 grant is available to all South African residents, including permanent residents and asylum seekers. To qualify, applicants must pass the Means Test, which assesses your financial situation. You must also be unemployed or earn very little to be eligible for the grant.

What If My Application is Declined Due to Verification Issues?

If SASSA declines your application because it failed a verification test, you have the option to appeal within three months. The reapplication process is simple: correct any errors from your original application and resubmit. Following this process increases your chances of receiving the grant.

FAQs

Why is my SRD still pending with no pay date?

Your application needs to be approved before a pay date is assigned.

Why is my May R350 still pending?

Delays in May payments are likely due to a high volume of applications.

How long does it take for SASSA pending reconsideration?

There is no set timeframe, but payments are processed monthly. Some cases remain pending for several months.

How do I know if my SRD grant is approved?

You will receive an SMS confirmation, or you can check your SASSA status online.

What does it mean when SASSA 350 says pending?

It means your application has been received and is awaiting further verification.

How do I appeal a pending SRD grant?

You can appeal online through the official SASSA website.

33 thoughts on “Sassa Status Pending – Solution and Fixing Guide”

  3. Hi my sasa it declined due to id after I made smart id still the same and , after it say I need to verify my identity but till when , I suspect the some wrong wth sasa system or something else and I try to use tall free also it didn’t help ,I like to know what must I do to qualify please.

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  4. I don’t remember the first cell phone number that I started with it to register for R350 so now it’s always declined when am trying to fox, please help 🙏

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  6. Dear SASSA It is with due respect and humbleness and with a deep sense of sadness that I write to you today about my application that is still saying “pending” and I wasn’t Exp this at this time. I’m the fist batch to receive my payment but my application is still saying “pending” I don’t understand why. I’m stressed out because the way know how SASSA operates I might be declined and I don’t see the reason why would they do that because I don’t have any other source of income, I can even make my bank statement to prove that, I hope this won’t lead to decline because I was supposed to be given a payday by now. Pleas assist me that problem. My ID number is 8306156200084 my phone number is 0656732684

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  7. For 7 months it shows my srd is approved but payment date show null.
    I phone daily but lines Re extremely busy
    Just get cut off every time

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  10. Hi I’m moloko Mphateng I want to change my account course I lost the old account number so can I put the new one course my 350 is in

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  15. My application was approved and I did go for my smart ID but still say identity verification but I don’t get sms back to verify my identity

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  16. I m not working since 2012 and my srd just stopped from Aug to Date ,the Say I have a source income where?
    Can someone fix this source of income thing

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  17. Hi Edrick Sello last time when I check my R370 was approved was null. Then I went to Sasa office to check but now when check shows decline pls adives me

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