Social Relief of Distress (SRD)
Applicants must be South African citizens, permanent residents, or recognised refugees residing in South Africa and meet at least one of the stated hardship criteria.
Always open
Grant
You can apply at any time
There is no closing date. Apply through the official channel below.
About
Temporary assistance for individuals or households facing undue hardship and unable to meet their basic needs. It may be available while an applicant awaits payment of an approved social grant or after a disaster; a school uniform may also be provided in specified hardship cases.
What it covers
R370
- Temporary assistance to meet basic needs
- School uniform for children in specified hardship or disaster cases
Who can apply
Reside in South Africa as a South African citizen, permanent resident, or recognised refugee
Be awaiting payment of an approved social grant, affected by a qualifying disaster, or otherwise experience undue hardship and meet requirements
Documents to prepare
Certified copy of a valid 13-digit barcoded ID for applicant and spouse, or SASSA-approved alternative identification
How to apply
- 1Apply at a SASSA local or service office nearest to you.
Sources
Official sourceSouth African Social Security Agency (SASSA)Checked against sassa.gov.za on 14 Oct 2026. Govnet is independent — always confirm with the provider.