SASSA Status Check 2026
Five ways to check your SASSA grant status, plus a translation of every status code you might see — and exactly what to do about it.
How to check
Online
For the SRD grant:
srd.sassa.gov.za
Click "Application Status", enter ID and cellphone.
USSD (no data)
Dial from any cellphone:
*134*7737#
Free and works without airtime.
Send "Status" to:
082 046 8553
Follow the prompts to enter your ID.
Phone (toll-free)
Call:
0800 60 10 11
Mon–Fri 08:00–16:00.
Status codes explained
| Status | What it means | Action |
|---|---|---|
| Approved | You have qualified for the current month and a payment is being processed. | No action — check your bank or collection point on payment day. |
| Pending | Your application is still being checked against the means-test databases. | Wait. Most applications resolve within 7–14 days. |
| Declined: Means test failed | SASSA found bank account inflows above R624 in the assessed month. | Lodge a reconsideration within 90 days. |
| Declined: Identity verification | Home Affairs could not verify your ID number. | Visit a Home Affairs office with your ID, then re-apply. |
| Declined: UIF registered | You appear as a UIF claimant. | Confirm UIF status with Labour; appeal if UIF has lapsed. |
| Declined: NSFAS registered | NSFAS has you flagged as funded. | Appeal with proof from NSFAS if your funding ended. |
| Bank Details Pending | Your banking details have not yet been verified. | Log in to srd.sassa.gov.za and add or update banking details. |
| Application Date Issue | Reapplication after a gap may need a fresh submission. | Submit a new application from the homepage. |
| Reapplication Pending | You qualified before but need to reconfirm details. | Log in and tap "Reapply" to refresh personal info. |
Tip
Status updates are cached. If you've just submitted, wait at least 24 hours before checking. If you've just updated banking details, allow 5–7 working days for "Bank Details Pending" to resolve.
Frequently asked questions
How long does a SASSA status take to update? +
Most applications update from Pending to Approved or Declined within 7–14 days. During Budget months and at the start of a financial year it can take longer.
What does "Bank Details Pending" mean? +
SASSA could not match your bank account name to your ID. Log in to srd.sassa.gov.za, click "Change Banking Details" and resubmit with an account in your own name.
My status says "Approved" but no money. Why? +
Approved status means your application qualified — payment then follows the staggered SRD payment schedule. Check srd.sassa.gov.za for your specific pay date and the collection venue.
Can I check status without internet? +
Yes — dial *134*7737# from any cellphone and follow the menu. It works without airtime or data.
How do I check older grant statuses (pension, disability, child support)? +
Use the main SASSA portal services.sassa.gov.za or call 0800 60 10 11. The srd.sassa.gov.za site only handles the SRD grant.
If declined
How to appeal a SASSA decision
If approved
2026 SASSA payment dates