The R350 SASSA grant (also known as the COVID-19 Social Relief of Distress grant) is a temporary financial assistance program for individuals who are unemployed and not receiving any other form of social grant or unemployment insurance benefit. To apply for the R350 SASSA grant, you can follow these steps:

• Visit the official SASSA website: Go to the official SASSA website at www.sassa.gov.za to access the online application portal.
• Click on the COVID-19 SRD Grant: Look for the COVID-19 SRD Grant section on the website and click on it.
• Check your eligibility: Before starting the application process, ensure that you meet the eligibility criteria for the R350 grant. You must be a South African citizen or permanent resident, currently unemployed, and not receiving any other form of social grant or unemployment insurance benefit.
• Click on Apply Now: If you meet the eligibility criteria, click on the “Apply Now” button to start the application process.
• Provide your personal information: Fill out the application form with your personal details, such as your full name, ID number, contact information, and address.
• Confirm your banking details: If you have a bank account, provide your bank account details for payment. If you do not have a bank account, you can provide details for a bank account held by a family member or friend. Alternatively, you can select the option to receive payment through a SASSA card.
• Submit your application: Once you have provided all the necessary information, review your application to ensure that it is accurate and complete. After confirming that your application is correct, click on the “Submit” button to complete the application process.

After submitting your application, you will receive a confirmation message or reference number. The processing time for the R350 SASSA grant application may take up to 10 days. If your application is approved, the payment will be made through the bank account or SASSA card you provided. If your application is unsuccessful, you will be informed of the reason why it was declined.