The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) is responsible for managing the Social Relief of Distress (SRD) R370 grant, which provides financial aid to individuals who are unemployed and do not receive other forms of government assistance.
This grant supports millions of South Africans, helping them cover vital expenses such as food and transportation.
February 2025 Payment Date: What Beneficiaries Need to Know
Understanding the payment date for February 2025 is essential for all SRD beneficiaries. SASSA follows a clear payment schedule, and for February 2025, the payments are expected to be disbursed between February 26th and February 28th.
Beneficiaries must ensure that their bank details are accurate and check their payment status to prevent delays.
SASSA R370 Grant February 2025 Payment Schedule
To ensure beneficiaries receive their payments promptly, SASSA has set specific payment dates for the SRD R370 grant. Since February has fewer days, the payments for February 2025 will occur earlier than usual.
February 2025 Payment Schedule
| Month | Payment Start Date | Payment End Date |
|---|---|---|
| January 2025 | January 25 | January 31 |
| February 2025 | February 26 | February 28 |
| March 2025 | March 24 | March 29 |
Note: Payment dates may be adjusted slightly due to weekends or bank processing times. Beneficiaries are advised to verify the payment date by visiting the official SASSA website.
Payment Methods for the SRD R370 Grant
SASSA offers various payment methods to ensure the smooth distribution of the grant. Beneficiaries can choose from the following options:
- Bank Deposit: Payments are directly deposited into the recipient’s bank account, ensuring quick and secure access to funds.
- Cash Send Services: For those without a bank account, payments can be received via mobile banking services.
- Retail Store Collection: Beneficiaries can collect their payments at Pick n Pay, Shoprite, Checkers, Boxer, and USave stores, provided they have their ID and registered phone number.
How to Check Your SRD R370 Payment Status
To confirm whether their payment has been processed, beneficiaries can check the status of their application online. Follow these steps:
- Visit the SASSA SRD website: srd.sassa.gov.za
- Click on the Check Status option.
- Enter your ID number and registered phone number.
- View the payment status and confirmation details.
Important: If your status shows “Pending”, your payment is still being processed. If it shows “Declined”, the applicant may need to submit an appeal.
Common Status Messages and Their Meanings
Understanding the status of your application is crucial. Here are common status messages and their interpretations:
- Pending: Your application is under review. SASSA is verifying your details.
- Approved: Your application has been successful. Await payment details.
- Declined: Your application was unsuccessful. Reasons may include existing income or other disqualifying factors.
What to Do if Your Payment Is Delayed
Although most payments are processed without issues, some beneficiaries may experience delays due to various reasons.
To avoid this, it is crucial to ensure that bank account details are accurate. SASSA regularly verifies the financial details of applicants to maintain eligibility.
If the payment is delayed due to non-business days or other reasons, beneficiaries should:
- Update their banking details to reflect accurate information.
- Recheck their payment status on the official SASSA website for updates.
How to Appeal a Rejected February 2025 Payment
If an application is rejected, beneficiaries have a 90-day window to file an appeal. Here’s how to proceed:
- Visit the SASSA Appeals Portal: srd.sassa.gov.za
- Enter your ID number and registered phone number.
- Review the reason for rejection.
- Submit any required additional documents.
- Wait for SASSA’s review and response.
The SASSA SRD R370 grant payments for February 2025 will be processed from February 26th to February 28th. Beneficiaries should ensure their bank details are updated, check their payment status online, and stay informed about the available payment methods to avoid any disruptions.
If there are delays or issues with the payment, updating banking details or filing an appeal within 90 days will help address the situation efficiently.
FAQs
How do I check my SASSA payment status for February 2025?
Visit the SASSA SRD website, click on “Check Status”, and enter your ID number and registered phone number to view your payment details.
Can I receive my SASSA payment without a bank account?
Yes, if you don’t have a bank account, you can receive your payment through Cash Send Services or retail store collections.
What should I do if my SASSA payment is delayed?
Ensure your bank account details are accurate and check your payment status on the SASSA website for updates.
Can I change my payment method for the SRD R370 Grant?
Yes, beneficiaries can update or change their banking details through the SASSA SRD website by selecting the “Update Banking Details” option. Ensure all details are accurate to avoid payment delays.
What happens when your status says approved with no date but today is the last day of the month?
Same as me for 5monts now
Wiseman mofokeng it happen to me it’s been approved for February but no pay date
My sassa has approved but no date payment
hlo a have date but dont have money account
Hi I did not receive for 4 months outstanding. All are approved with no payment dates. July 2024 / August 2024 / September 2024 /
October 2024. Banking details are on my application. Please advise. Kind Regards. Thank you
Today is the 28th I didn’t receive payment yet
I have the same problem
My pay ment is still pending i didnt receave payment
My Sassa was approved 28 February and after that pending.what wrong?
Same as my
I’m showing pending still and can’t get through a agent to see what is going on from February
someone has been using my ID number and details to get this R370
So what do I do
September 2024 & January 2025 was declined due to other income source which is not true. I appealed & no response to date. February 2025 still pending..what must happen now?
Iu must go into a sassa office or call the contact centre
Same here
Yesterday was the 28th and I haven’t recovered my payment while my status said approved
I didn’t receive my payment December until February but when i check my status From 10December Sassa payed me January 29 my account closed bcz long time not used Sassa payed me on 31 then Nedbank reverse that R370 to Sassa 13 January my bank account then i submit to Sassa but still money did not payed again.Now February 28 it’s Approved.I don’t know when i receive my payment?
Sorry 13 February i submitted my bank details but Sassa didn’t payed December and January now February still not receive any payments why?
Its been 3 months now my application decline, what is going on because I never receive money in my account????
My payment date was 28 Febr but I didn’t get the money even on my bank statement shows nothing
Hi my name is Ntombizodwa Sharon Ngwenya January I get Decline and February I’m still pending I don’t know what happened I’m not working and not getting any income
My February 350 is still pending,wat may be the course?
It is 2 months now and i have no income.
Hi my status is still showing pending. Why is that? Are we going to receive money or what? What is the problem regarding this.
I want to know the same thing
I is aprove but no date
It’s been 3 months not getting pay December,January, February.
Hi my name is venny I didn’t receive 370 until today so I applied February so didn’t know what can do
Hii my name is sibongakonke I didn’t receive 370 until today so I applied February so didn’t know what can do
Hi got approved the date Waz 28 February never received any payments now it says pending what’s going on
Since last year I did get my 370
I have been approved for sassa Grant but I am currently still waiting for the grant money.
I didn’t receive my srd grand for January and February.i can’t go through website
my 370 these not get it
My February still pending what happened
Still waiting for March 2022 and June 2024 and july2024 for the Month of August I have to go through identification…I did phone in ……call centre agent reply I much just wait………an email was also send …. still I much wait…
I’m still waiting for my 370 BC I turned 18 and turning 19 but I then still didn’t get anything and it’s still showing pending
I applied on January it’s still pending… February it says approved but no pay date I don’t understand
I have a a problem with my srd grant I didn’t get my January and February payments
decline then it says source of income
if you don’t have any money and your unemployed there is no need to verify sassa workers are stealing SRD R370
SRD R370 if you don’t receive SRD they choose to stole yours they took it
February 2025 still pending,why?
My payment for February 2025 is still pending and today is the 3rd of March 2025 already. Is SASSA employees not doing their work or are they qualified for the work they supposedly sound?
yes but my februarie have date but the money is not in my account
Me too.applicatiom id.386494
Feb still pending on 4th March….and Jan was declined on 7th Feb
My February payment has improved but I did get it what happened?
a dont no wat is probleem
Me and my fiance was approved for Sassa but did not y any money yet
Still waiting
No sms,but have submitted all my details
All my details have been provided but still no answer or SMS received for collection and I have been sending emails regarding everything.
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Declined in January but I’m still unemployed and medically boarded. February is still pending. Guess I’m not black enough. My son is unemployed since 2023 and they decline him every month. Our government does sweet nothing for us. It’s only R370 but they decline!!!
My January payment is pending
February is app last week Thursday it showed a date for the 28th
But still now payment when I checked again the date was gone
Why are the appeals never checked and rectified …we deposit money in our accounts to keep our bank charges settled and it’s less than the threshold put by government yet you decline and don’t correct it..seems like someone is collecting these monies on our behalf…as I see I’m not the only one…can someone please check this at social department it’s our tax money this not a hand out at the end of the day…we can’t be cheated like this every month..
I was declined January and February without any means of income but their reason for declining says i have income, i don’t understand what is going on
Hi I’m not working anymore it was a month contract and i am at home why is my 370 still pending i want to feed my kids please help me
I didn’t receive nothing it’s showing pending for last month until today 😕 😪
It’s been four years now never received R350 what can I do guys….
I don’t have a income but no response. It say I have a income. What the he’ll?
Unemployment I need that money to satisfy my needs and wants
My February payment was declined and say source of income which I don’t have
December, January my sassa declined but I don’t have any source of income,February still pending
December, January payment decline but I don’t have any source of income received still February pending
I haven’t get payment since from 24 march 2024 until. Every month’s approved