The South African Social Security Agency (Sassa) provides the Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant to support financially vulnerable individuals. However, many applications are declined due to mismatched personal information, particularly names and surnames that don’t align with records at the Department of Home Affairs.
To ensure you receive your May 2025 SRD payment, it’s essential to update your personal information if you’ve changed your surname (e.g. through marriage) or noticed an error in your ID details.
Step-by-Step Guide: Update SRD Personal Information
- Visit the Official Sassa SRD Website
https://srd.sassa.gov.za - Click “Click here to proceed”
(Under the “South African ID Holders” tab) - Scroll to the section for updating personal information
- Enter your details:
- 13-digit South African ID number
- Full name and surname exactly as they appear on your ID document
- Submit your details for Home Affairs verification
Important Notes:
- Your details will only be updated if they match Home Affairs’ database.
- If there’s a mismatch, your SRD application may be declined again.
- Ensure any recent name changes (due to marriage or legal updates) are first updated at Home Affairs.
Why You Must Update:
- Avoid application rejection due to incorrect names/surnames
- Ensure timely SRD grant payment for May 2025
- Stay compliant with monthly Home Affairs data verification
Keep your information accurate and current — it’s the key to uninterrupted access to your SRD grant.
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