How To Check SASSA Balance For SRD R350 & Other Social Grants

You will start receiving the grant payment when your grant application is approved. Your grant payment will be available via your chosen method, i.e., personal bank account, SASSA gold card, or cash collection points. It is important to check SASSA balance regularly if you are a new beneficiary or an existing grant holder.

SASSA grants are paid monthly, which means they are paid once a month. You don’t need to withdraw your grant money all at once. You can withdraw your funds in increments. Your money will remain secure and available in your account until you withdraw it. To check your SASSA grant balance, you only have to submit your application ID and the cell phone number that you used in the initial application.

SASSA always shares notifications and updates regarding social grants via mobile. So you, as an applicant, must have a mobile phone to receive your grant status updates. In this article, we have shared how to check the SASSA balance for child support grants, SRD R350 grants, old age grants, disability grants, war veterans grants, care dependency grants, foster child grants, and grant-in-aid.

4 Ways to Check SASSA Balance for the SRD 350 Grant

The methods we share here can be used to check the balance of any SASSA grants, not just the SRD R350 grant. You can check your SASSA grant balance online using WhatsApp, USSD codes, and SMS on mobile, at an ATM, or by visiting your nearest SASSA branch.

You can choose any method to check your SASSA balance. The most convenient way is to check your balance online or using the USSD code, as you don’t need to go anywhere. You can do it at home with a few clicks.

Check your SASSA balance online using WhatsApp

You might be wondering how to check your SASSA balance online. You can do it using WhatsApp. For that, your mobile number should be registered in your name only. Don’t provide the other person’s mobile number. You must change your mobile number if you initially added another person’s mobile number. Follow the below steps to check SASSA balance online:

Add the SASSA WhatsApp number to your contact: 082 046 8553.
Send the text “SASSA” to the saved contact number on WhatsApp.
You will receive a response. Reply to that message with the word “Status”.
You will receive a response asking if you have a reference number. Reply with “Yes” if you have a reference number.
In the next response, enter your mobile number associated with your SASSA account.
In the last message, enter your reference number.
You will receive a response from SASSA with the status of the grant balance.

Check your SASSA grant balance on your cellphone using the USSD code

If you don’t have internet access or WhatsApp access, then you can check your grant status using the USSD code. This is the simplest method of all. There are two USSD codes available to check the status. Follow the below steps to check your balance:

Open the dial pad on your mobile.
Enter the code *120*3210#.
Dial the call button and follow all the prompts.
Provide your details, like your ID number and mobile number.
You will receive an SMS from SASSA with your current balance status.

If the above USSD code doesn’t work for any reason, then you can use the second USSD code.

Dial the code *120*69277# on your phone.
Follow all the given prompts.
Provide your details, like your ID number and mobile number.
After you provide the details, you will receive an SMS from SASSA with your current balance status.

Check your SASSA balance at ATMs

You can also check your grant balance using the SASSA gold card, but this option is only available to SASSA card holders. If you have a SASSA card, then follow the below steps to check your balance at the ATM:

Visit your nearest ATM.
Insert your SASSA card into the ATM and enter your 4-digit PIN code to access your account.
Next, choose the option for “balance inquiry.” (There might be different options at each ATM, so choose the option that shows your current account balance.)
Now you will have two options: display your grant balance on the screen or print a receipt.
If you select the display option, then your grant balance will be displayed on the screen, or you will get a printed receipt if you select the option to print.

Check your SASSA balance at the local SASSA office or post office

If any of the above methods are not suitable for you, then you can check your grant balance directly from the local SASSA branch or post office. You will be asked for the following details:

Your identity documents (ex., ID document, passport, etc.)
Your SASSA application ID (reference number)

SASSA representatives will help you in this process. They will ask you for the required documents for verification. After verification, they will provide you with the complete status of your grant application and balance.

It is always recommended to check the status using the first three methods, as they don’t require your physical presence and can be done from home with a few clicks. The last method is time-consuming as it may require you to wait in a long queue.

How do I check the SASSA grant balance without airtime?

If you want to check any of your SASSA grant balances without airtime, then you can use the following methods:

Visit your nearest SASSA service center and check your balance there.
Use your SASSA gold card and visit the nearest ATM to check your grant balance.

Why check your SASSA grant balance?

The social grants offered by SASSA are a lifeline for many South African citizens. If not managed properly, the amount will look very low. So checking your SASSA balance is an essential aspect of managing your finances responsibly. Below are the reasons why you should regularly check your SASSA grant balance:

Budgeting: When you know your current balance, it becomes easier for you to set the budget for upcoming expenses and allocate money for different purposes.
Awareness: If you are aware of how much money you have, it allows you to make the right decisions regarding spending, saving, and planning.
To Avoid Overdrawn Fees: If there are not enough funds in your account and you still make the transaction, then you might incur overdraft fees. You can avoid this if you regularly check your grant balance.
Detect Fraud: Regularly checking your account balance makes you aware of any unauthorized transactions and discrepancies. If you detect any fraud, you can immediately take legal action.

Key points to remember while you check your SASSA grant balance

There are some points that you must remember before you check your SASSA balance:

Your mobile number must be registered in the SASSA database. It should be in your name. You can check your balance using the USSD code only if your number is registered.
The mobile network provider may charge you a fee for using the USSD code to check the grant balance. If you want to check the balance for free, then visit the SASSA office or ATM.
Your SASSA balance in your account should not exceed R624. If the amount exceeds R624, then it makes you ineligible for the grant, and SASSA may suspend your grant.

FAQs

There is no online portal to check your grant balance. But you can use the WhatsApp number to check the grant status online.

SASSA has given two USSD codes to check the grant balance: 120*69277# and *120*3210#. There is no official announcement for the code *130*. So only dial authorized USSD codes.

Yes, SASSA has a WhatsApp number. You can text them at 082 046 8553 to check your grant balance.

Conclusion

In this article, we saw why it is important to check SASSA balance regularly. You can use any of the methods that are suitable for you and keep yourself updated with the grant balance. All methods are straightforward. If you find any unauthorized transactions or discrepancies, then take legal action as soon as possible.