What happens if I don’t withdraw my SASSA money?

September 9, 2022 Chris Normand

“Beneficiaries will not be penalised for not withdrawing all the money in their accounts. The remaining funds in the account will still be safe.” Funds can be withdrawn on any day throughout the month, according to a beneficiary’s needs.

What happens if you don’t withdraw your SASSA money?

If a beneficiary does not apply for the restoration of the social grant within 90 days of suspension, it can be interpreted as being unclaimed and will lapse, thereafter, the beneficiary must make a new application.

How do I check the balance on my SASSA card?

How to Check SASSA Balance

Dial *120*69277# on your phone.
Follow each step.
You should then get an SMS notification.

How to Check SASSA Balance

Dial *120*69277# on your phone.
Follow each step.
You should then get an SMS notification.

Can I withdraw SASSA money at Pick n Pay?

“If you have already reapplied for your SRD grant, you can still select the option to collect your grant from any Pick n Pay, Boxer, Shoprite, Checkers or USave. Log on to srd.sassa.gov.za and respond to the security SMS you receive on your phone.

How do I stop paying SASSA?

The South African Social Security Agency has stated that in order for parents to cancel their SASSA Child grant, they must visit their nearest SASSA branch and submit the following documents: Letter of appointment or copy of latest payslip. Latest 3 months bank statement. Birth certificate of the child.

Is SASSA giving R700 grant?

The South African Social Security Agency (Sassa) has slammed an announcement that it has approved the payment of R700 grant payments to all citizens of South Africa as fake news.

How long is a SASSA card valid for?

SASSA cards will be replaced but there is currently no set date for when this must be done. SASSA cards are issued to those beneficiaries who chose to receive their SASSA money through the Post Office. This card is then used to withdraw funds.

Can you use Sassa card ATM?

They can also swipe the card to pay for any purchases, and all swipes are free of commission. A beneficiary therefore receives the full value of the grant when using a supermarket, down to the last cent. The gold card can be used at all ATMs in South Africa.

How can I withdraw money without my Sassa card?

SASSA Cashless ATM cannot do SASSA cardless withdrawal. For you to be able to do SASSA cardless withdrawal, you need to open a bank account with a bank which will allow you to do the cardless cash withdrawal.

Why is Sassa not paying?

So if your bank account has been changed without informing Sassa, this also causes a delay in the payment process, which is another issue. Additionally, a breakdown in communication between you and the Sassa could be the cause of the delay problems.

How much is SRD grant now?

Every month, around 10 million people qualify to receive the R350 grant. The grant is crucial as it is the only support unemployed individuals between 18 and 59 years old receive from the South African government.

Is Sassa giving R700 grant?

The South African Social Security Agency (Sassa) has slammed an announcement that it has approved the payment of R700 grant payments to all citizens of South Africa as fake news.

Does Sassa money expire?

The funds that are waiting for them, as they don’t expire, can be collected at a later stage. The Post Office has also introduced a system to reduce waiting time for beneficiaries who collect their R350 Social Relief of Distress Grant.

How much does Sassa pay per child?

Thus all qualifying children will now receive their baseline Child Support Grant (CSG) of R480 plus an additional R240 (50% of the basic CSG), for a total of R720.

Will Sassa increase in 2022?

This will mean that In April 2022, May 2022, June 2022 going forward the Sassa old age grant and Sassa disability grants will increase by 5% from R1 890 to R1 985. All such applicants of the special COVID-19 SRD grant, who have been approved but not yet paid can rest assured that they will be paid as soon as possible.

Can I transfer my SASSA money to another account?

SASSA has allowed approved SRD beneficiaries to change their payment method. The following can be done: Change from one payment method to another. Opt from receiving the grant at the Post Office to a bank account, or vice versa.

Can I draw money without my SASSA card?

SASSA Cashless ATM cannot do SASSA cardless withdrawal. For you to be able to do SASSA cardless withdrawal, you need to open a bank account with a bank which will allow you to do the cardless cash withdrawal.

Does Sassa money expire if not withdrawn?

The funds that are waiting for them, as they don’t expire, can be collected at a later stage. The Post Office has also introduced a system to reduce waiting time for beneficiaries who collect their R350 Social Relief of Distress Grant.

Does Sassa check your bank account?

One of the verification checks introduced by Sassa is to verify a client bank details and ensure they don’t have an alternative income. If you have an income of more than R595 per month, your SRD grant application will be rejected.

Will Sassa pay double?

Sassa will not make double payments for the months that have passed since April 2022. However, grant beneficiaries will be paid the money that is owed to them. The agency explained, “The payments will not be done together, but will be done month by month.

What date is the next Sassa payout 2022?

Monday 4 July 2022: Older Persons Grant. Tuesday 5 July 2022: Disability Grant. Wednesday 6 July 2022: Children’s Grant.

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