Eligibility
Social Relief of Distress (SRD Grant)
Social Relief of Distress (SRD Grant)
SRD date varies by person
Pay day
24-31 July 2026
How much you get
R370
Short-term relief for people with no income support.
Official amount sourceWho it may fit
- • Limited or no income
- • Meets official SRD rules
- • Use official status system
Documents
- • ID
- • Phone number
- • Banking details if required
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