How to Appeal Your Declined June 2024 R370 Sassa Grant

If you’re among the millions of South Africans who applied for the R370 Sassa grant and were unsuccessful, don’t worry!

You can appeal the decision; here is the process.

What is the R370 Sassa Grant?

The Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant, also known as the R370 grant, is a vital support system for unemployed South Africans. It helps with essential needs like food and other basics.

Who Qualifies for the R370 Grant?

To be eligible, you must be:

  • Between 18 and 59 years old
  • Unemployed
  • Not receiving any other government financial assistance (like NSFAS bursaries, UIF benefits, or other Sassa grants)

Check Your R370 Grant Application Status

If you applied for the R370 grant, you can do a Sassa status check online to see if your application was successful. You will know if your application was approved, rejected, or is still pending.

How to Appeal a Rejected R370 Grant Application

If your application was rejected and you believe you meet the eligibility criteria, you can appeal the decision. Here’s how:

  1. Visit the ITSAA website: Go to the Independent Tribunal for Social Assistance Appeals (ITSAA) website.
  2. Enter your ID number: Enter your South African ID number.
  3. Enter your cell phone number: Enter the phone number you used during the application process.
  4. Get a verification code: Click “Send Pin” and wait for an SMS with a verification code.
  5. Enter the verification code: Once you receive the pin, enter it and click “Submit.”
  6. Select the month you’re appealing for: Choose the month you’re appealing for (e.g., May 2023).
  7. Choose the reason for your appeal: Select the reason from the provided options.
  8. Submit your appeal: Click “Submit” to complete the appeal process.

Take Note

  • You must submit a separate appeal for each month your application was rejected.
  • ITSAA aims to finalize appeals within 60-90 days.
  • If you’re unhappy with the ITSAA decision, you can request a judicial review within 180 days.

If you need more guidance on Sassa appeals for SRD grants, including the R370 SRD grant, visit the official srd website Good luck with your appeal!