VerifiedSASSA assesses SRD applications automatically every month, so most people never need to reconfirm. Reconfirmation comes in when SASSA asks you to confirm that you still need the grant and that your details are right, for example when your status shows “reapplication pending”.
Signs you need to reconfirm
- Your status shows “reapplication pending” or a similar prompt.
- You receive an SMS from SASSA asking you to reconfirm.
- Months stop appearing on your status even though you still qualify.
Reconfirming online
- Go to srd.sassa.gov.za.
- Choose the option to reconfirm or update your application.
- Enter your ID number and the cellphone number you applied with, then the one-time PIN.
- Answer the questions about your circumstances honestly.
- Submit, and check your status again after a few days.
Reconfirm, reapply or reinstate?
| Term | When it applies |
|---|---|
| Reconfirm | SASSA asks you to confirm your details and that you still need the grant |
| Reinstate | You cancelled your own application and want it back |
| Reapply | You have no active application, or it has lapsed completely |
| Appeal | A specific month was declined and you think the decision is wrong |
More on the last three in applying for the SRD grant again.
Keep your details current
- Update your cellphone number if it changes, so that PINs and messages reach you.
- Update your banking details only when they change, so payments are not held up by re-verification.
- Tell SASSA if your income changes. Receiving the grant while not qualifying can create a debt you must repay.
If you do not reconfirm
Your application stops being assessed, so no further months are approved until you complete it. Months already approved are not affected.
SASSA’s messages come only from official channels and never ask for your bank PIN or a fee.
Frequently asked questions
How often must I reconfirm the SRD grant?
Only when SASSA asks. Your application is otherwise assessed automatically each month.
Can I reconfirm the SRD grant without data?
You can call SASSA on 0800 60 10 11 for help, but the reconfirmation itself is completed on srd.sassa.gov.za.