You have been refused an SASSA SRD Grant. You can have your application reviewed for approval. SASSA offers a reconsideration process for those who feel their application was rejected in error. You must request reconsideration if you believe your R350 grant was denied unfairly, and that you qualify for it. This article will explain how to submit a reconsideration request, strengthen your argument, and maximize your chances of getting your grant approved.
How to submit the SASSA Reconsideration Appeal in 2024
SASSA made it easier to appeal a grant rejection. Anyone who is denied a grant can now apply easily for reconsideration. Online and offline are the two channels available to request reconsideration. Both ways to request reconsideration will be explained in full detail.
SASSA website: Submit Reconsideration Request
Online is the best way to apply for reconsideration. You can apply for reconsideration online without having to go anywhere. Follow the simple steps below to submit an online reconsideration request through the SASSA site:
Step 1: Go to the Social Development Website
Visit the official Social Development reconsideration website at https://srd.dsd.gov.za/appeals/appeal.
Step 2: Enter your ID and phone number
Please enter your South African ID and phone number used when you submitted your SRD Grant application.
Step 3: Completing the OTP verification process
Click on ” Send pin“. Your registered mobile phone will receive a verification OTP code. You will need to enter the OTP code on your website. You will be directed to the portal after providing the code correctly and verifying it.
Step 4: Select Reconsideration Month and Navigate To the Page
Navigate to the Request for Reconsideration. You must choose the appropriate month on the page for the application for reconsideration. Choose the month you want to apply for.
Step 5: Explain the reason and provide supporting documents
You will now need to explain why you believe you qualify for the grant and are asking for reconsideration. Attach any evidence or supporting documents that prove your eligibility for the grant. This will strengthen your argument.
Step 6: Submit Form
Submit the form for reconsideration after stating the reasons and attaching supporting documents.
Step 7: Await the decision
That’s all. Your application for reconsideration has been submitted successfully. You must now wait for the final decision. SASSA may take 60-90 days to reach a final decision. Waiting times can be affected by the number of reconsideration requests, complexity and information provided.
Please ensure that SASSA can access your entire record by providing accurate, up-to-date information. You will be able to avoid delays. Once your request is processed, you will be notified.
SASSA Reconsideration Status Check
You must monitor your SASSA status frequently to keep up-to-date on the progress of your application. It may take 90 days for your grant reconsideration to be approved and reviewed. Check your SASSA grant reconsideration status for R350 grants online using these methods:
Use our website to check SASSA Grant status.
Please provide your South African ID Number and phone number used when you applied for reconsideration.
Click the ” Status” button.
You will receive a prompt display of your SASSA grant status.
You can check the status of your Reconsideration on the SASSA website
Visit the Department of Social Development’s status check page on SASSA official website: https://srd.sassa.gov.za/appeals/www.dsd.gov.za
Please provide your South African ID Number and phone number used to submit your application for reconsideration.
Click the Send Pin button.
An OTP will be sent to your registered number. You must enter the OTP code in the box on your website.
Your status of reconsideration will now be displayed on screen.
You can check the status of your appeal by visiting SASSA or calling their helpline on 0800601011.
You can see the dates you were approved, and what SASSA will reimburse you.
Why do you need to apply for a Reconsideration?
You may have been rejected for several reasons and are now considering requesting reconsideration. You can find the following reasons for your application rejection:
- Incomplete Application or Inaccurate Information: Your initial application contained incomplete or incorrect information. You may have made a mistake or misunderstood how to complete the application.
- Insufficient Documentation & Evidence: Your initial application did not include enough documentation and evidence. You now have stronger evidence and documents, making you more eligible for the grant.
- SASSA administrative error: It could also be an SASSA mistake. The person entering your data made an error, or SASSA’s system displayed inaccurate information, rendering you ineligible.
- Circumstances: Your circumstances may have changed since you submitted your SASSA application and applied for the SASSA grant.
- Medical Conditions or Disabilities: Your health or disabilities were not mentioned in the first application. You want to include these reports to strengthen your eligibility. There are many other possible reasons.
How to Apply for Reconsideration?
Before applying for SASSA Reconsideration, you must meet certain eligibility requirements:
- If you’ve never applied, your request for reconsideration is useless.
- SASSA must have notified you that your grant was rejected.
- The SASSA must have denied your application and you must disagree with their decision.
- Reconsideration requests must be submitted within 30 days. The maximum period of 90 days is allowed. Your reconsideration request will be ignored after 90 days. You should also provide any additional documents or information to prove your eligibility for the grant.
Documents Required for Reconsideration Appeal
Documents required to appeal a grant rejection may differ depending on your original application details and reasons for refusal. The following documents are essential:
- The original SASSA Application and any supporting documentation submitted with the initial application.
- You will need a copy of the SASSA grant refusal letter.
- You should write a detailed letter explaining your request for reconsideration and why you think you qualify for the grant.
- You must provide proof of identity and residency, like a passport or birth certificate.
- You may need to provide medical records if you suffer from any medical condition or disability.
- Documents showing your income and expenditure.
- You can find your bank statements or financial records in the following:
