What to do if your SRD is approved but no pay date? some applicants who successfully filed SASSA SRD R350 grant applications have received approval letters without pay dates directing them to pick up their funds. Read on to know why and how to resolve it.
If you are one of the applicants who is affected, you can learn what might be the source and how to fix this problem.
Some candidates who successfully filed their applications since the SASSA SRD R350 grant was reinstated in August 2024 are accepted without pay dates or SMS requesting that they collect their funds.
If you are one of the impacted applicants, we have listed the potential causes and steps you should take to fix the issue.
It is upsetting to observe applicants getting paid after their applications are accepted with pay dates while others are accepted without pay dates.
Reasons for Approved Requests With No Pay Dates
One of the following may be the cause based on the information from different sources and personal observations thus far:
- Bank’s failure to verify provided bank account information promptly. When SASSA requests the verification and validation of bank information given by the applicant, some institutions may experience delays.
- Wrong bank account information might potentially cause payment delays or approvals without pay dates.
- Frequently changing payment methods It can also result from your tendency to often switch payment methods every few days or weeks. It is advisable that you only switch your payment method when absolutely essential and then stick with it moving forward.
- System error for Sassa. Sometimes the issue may be the result of SASSA system administrative mistakes. In that situation, you must call the Sassa toll-free number at 0800-601011 to let them know your position.
- The accessibility of finances. Despite the fact that this has been independently verified, it is obvious that occasionally SASSA ran out of money and may approve your application without pay dates or SMS instructing you to travel to the post office for collection.
What to Do if Your SRD is Approved But No Pay Date?
- Double-check that any bank account information you provided is accurate, has been checked by your bank, and that the name on the account matches the name on your ID card or Smart card. It’s important to keep in mind that SRD R350 payments cannot be made using another person’s bank account.
- You should do everything in your power to contact SASSA, either through their hotline at 0800 6010 11 or their social media profiles on Facebook and Twitter. They will be able to identify the precise problem with your application and suggest a course of action. Make sure your ID number is readily available when calling.