Quick answer
Only change your SASSA phone number on the official SRD website. Never use third-party links, and never give a stranger your OTP to do it for you.
What this means
Your phone number is the master key to your grant. If someone else gets control of your number, they can steal your money. Treat it like your ATM PIN.
Why this matters
Users usually change numbers when they are already under pressure because a SIM was lost, stolen, or replaced. That pressure can make them trust unsafe links or rush through the process.
What you can do next
- Start from the correct official number-change route.
- Check that the new number is active and under your control.
- Complete the official change carefully.
- Save any confirmation or evidence of the update.
- Check later that the updated number now matches the official record.
Why phone changes need extra care
A phone-number change affects access, not only communication. That means the quality of the update matters just as much as the fact of the change itself.
Important things to remember
GrantCare will never ask for your phone number or OTP. We cannot change your number for you, and anyone who says they can is trying to scam you.
How GrantCare can help
GrantCare can help you compare phone-number changes with OTP issues, identity checks, and status delays that appear after details change.
Frequently asked questions
Why is the new number needing to be under my control so important?
Because the number is often used for OTPs, access, and official updates.
Should I trust any website that says it can change my number online?
No. Use the correct official route for the actual change.
What should I keep after changing the number?
Keep any confirmation, screenshot, or official reference linked to the update.