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How to change banking details for SASSA South Africa

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How to change banking details for SASSA -SASSA stands for the South African Social Security Agency. It is a government agency responsible for administering social grants to citizens of South Africa, including:

  • Social Relief of Distress Grant (SRD Grant): This grant provides temporary financial assistance to individuals who are unemployed, have insufficient income, and do not receive other social grants.
  • Child Support Grant: This grant provides financial assistance to caregivers of children under the age of 18.
  • Older Persons Grant: This grant provides financial assistance to individuals over the age of 60.
  • Disability Grant: This grant provides financial assistance to individuals with disabilities.
  • War Veterans Grant: This grant provides financial assistance to veterans of the South African war.

In addition to administering these grants, SASSA also offers other services such as:

  • Registration and verification of beneficiaries
  • Payment of grants
  • Appeals and complaints handling
  • Fraud prevention and detection

How to change banking details for SASSA South Africa

There are three ways to change your banking details for SASSA:

1. Online through the SRD website:

This is the easiest and quickest way to change your banking details.

Here’s what you need to do:

  1. Go to the SASSA SRD website: srd.sassa.gov.za.
  2. Select “How do I change my banking details” section.
  3. Choose whether you are an asylum seeker or the owner of a South African ID card to verify your nationality.
  4. Enter your ID number.
  5. Click “Submit”.
  6. You will be redirected to a page where you can enter your new banking details.
  7. Select your bank name.
  8. Provide your account number and branch code.
  9. Choose your preferred payment method (e.g., bank transfer, cash send).
  10. Agree to the terms and conditions.
  11. Click “Submit”.

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2. By calling the SASSA call center:

You can also change your banking details by calling the SASSA call center on 0800 60 10 11.

Here are the steps to follow:

  1. Call the SASSA call center.
  2. Select the language you prefer.
  3. Follow the prompts to reach the “Change Banking Details” option.
  4. Enter your ID number when prompted.
  5. Provide your new banking details to the SASSA agent.
  6. Confirm your details and submit your request.

3. By visiting a SASSA office:

You can also change your banking details in person at a SASSA office.

Here’s what you need to do:

  1. Go to your nearest SASSA office.
  2. Take a ticket and wait your turn.
  3. Inform the SASSA agent that you want to change your banking details.
  4. Provide your ID number and your new banking details.
  5. The SASSA agent will update your details and provide you with a confirmation slip.

Here are some additional things to keep in mind:

  • It can take up to 7 days for your new banking details to be processed.
  • You will receive an SMS notification once your details have been updated.
  • You can only change your banking details once every 30 days.
  • If you are having trouble changing your banking details, you can contact the SASSA call center or visit your nearest SASSA office for assistance.

Here are some helpful resources:

  • SASSA SRD website: srd.sassa.gov.za
  • SASSA call center: 0800 60 10 11
  • SASSA website: sassa.gov.za

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