SASSA R1370 Grant 2025 – Know If You Qualify and How to Apply

Published on: April 24, 2025

If you’re unemployed and not receiving any other income in South Africa, the new SASSA R1,370 Grant for 2025 could be just the help you need. This monthly grant provides crucial financial support to adults facing hardship, and the best part? It’s easy to apply online, via WhatsApp, or through SASSA’s chatbot.

Here’s your step-by-step guide to qualifying, applying, and getting your grant without the stress.

Overview

The SASSA R1,370 Grant is a monthly financial aid program rolled out in 2025 to support jobless individuals with zero or minimal income. With living costs on the rise, this grant helps cover basic needs like food, transport, and rent.

Aspect	Details
Grant Amount	R1,370 per month
Eligibility	South African citizen/resident, age 18–59, no income, not on other aid
Application Methods	Online, WhatsApp, SASSA website chatbot
Payment Methods	Bank transfer or cash at major retailers
Payment Dates	Monthly between the 25th and 30th

Knowing

The SASSA R1,370 Grant was introduced to ease the burden on those with no stable income or access to other social grants. It’s meant for South Africans who are not covered by other welfare programs and who truly need assistance to get by.

This grant is especially important in 2025, with unemployment remaining high and inflation making daily life tougher for millions.

Eligibility

Before you apply, make sure you meet the following criteria:

Residency: You must be a South African citizen, permanent resident, refugee, asylum seeker, or hold a special permit.
Age: Must be between 18 and 59 years old.
Employment Status: You must be unemployed and earning less than R624 per month.
Other Benefits: You cannot be receiving any other social grant or unemployment support.
Living Conditions: You must not reside in a government-funded institution.

If you meet all these points, you’re likely eligible and ready to move forward with the application.

Application

There are three ways to apply for the SASSA R1,370 Grant:

Online

Visit the official SASSA SRD website.
Choose your ID type (SA ID or permit).
Enter your phone number and verify it with the OTP sent to you.
Fill in your personal info, income status, and banking details.
Accept the declaration and submit your form.

Add 082 046 8553 to your contacts.
Send a message saying “hi” to begin the process.
Follow prompts to provide your name, ID number, and more.
Use the OTP verification link to finalize your application.

Chatbot

Go to the SASSA SRD website and launch the chatbot.
Provide your ID and phone number.
Complete the application using the link the chatbot provides.

All three methods are mobile-friendly and designed to make the process simple, even if you’re applying for the first time.

Documents

Get your documents ready before you apply:

South African ID or permit number
Valid cellphone number
Bank account details
Proof of residence (if asked)

Having these on hand will make the application smoother and faster.

Payment

You’ll receive your grant either through:

Bank Transfer

Payments go directly into your personal bank account. Double-check that your banking info is correct during the application to avoid delays.

Cash Collection

No bank account? No problem. You can collect your cash at these retailers:

Shoprite
Checkers
USave
Boxer
Pick n Pay
Spar

Just bring your ID and phone—you’ll be notified when the money is ready.

Monthly payments are processed between the 25th and 30th, so keep an eye on your SMS or bank alerts during this time.

The SASSA R1,370 Grant is a vital lifeline for South Africans with no income. If you’re eligible, don’t wait—apply through one of the quick and easy channels outlined above.

Always keep your contact info updated and check official sources for changes or updates to the program. It’s your right to access support when you need it most.