If your SASSA grant was declined or suspended, it is usually because there is a problem with your eligibility, documents, or personal details. Sometimes, it can even mean suspected fraud. You might be wondering why your grant was declined or suspended, what caused it, and how you can resolve the issue.
What It Means If Your SASSA Grant Is Declined or Suspended
SASSA has the right to decline or suspends grants, but they always provide a reason online. A decline is because your application was not approved. A suspension means that you were initially approved, but have stopped due to a problem found later.
You can check your grant status here:
SASSA SRD Status Check
Common Reasons for Decline or Suspension
These are the reasons which may caused this:
- You no longer meet the income or eligibility requirements.
- You submitted incorrect or incomplete documents.
- Because You are receiving another government grant or UIF.
- Your details do not match Home Affairs records (for example, you might be listed as deceased).
- Your banking details do not match your ID.
- There is suspected fraud or duplication.
This applies to all SASSA grants, including the R350 SRD.
How to Handle this situation
- Check your details and documents again.
- Visit your nearest SASSA office or call 0800 60 10 11.
- If it’s the SRD grant, you can appeal directly here:
SRD Appeals Website
Was your SASSA grant declined or suspended recently? What reason did they give you?
Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1.
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