How To Change Banking Details For SASSA

There are just 7 steps you need to take to be able to change banking details for Sassa SRD grant payment. The processes are not rocket science because I have done it and it went seamlessly error free.

In periods and time that we are, with ever evolving fluctuations and confusion caused by the congested Sassa government website, this tutorial is prepared for you to get it done without hassle.

This guideline is easy and it works for all the various types of banks in South Africa, be it FNB, Capitec, Absa or standard bank.

how to Change Banking Details for Sassa SRD R370

Requirements:

Three things are needed and they are:

  • Internet connection to visit Sassa website
  • Your SA ID number
  • Your phone number

Please understand that your I  3D number and phone number should already be on the Sassa database, I mean, they must be the one you used for the application and linking of your phone number respectively.

How To Change Banking Details For SASSA

1. Visit official SASSA SRD site

The first place to begin with is to visit the main official SASSA SRD website, you can access it at https://srd.sassa.gov.za/

2. Locate banking section and enter your ID

Where is the banking information section on the SASSA SRD website? That is the question I am about to unravel. On visiting the website, navigate towards the bottom of the webpage or just search for the frequently asked question.

If you are using your smartphone, just look at the top, where you see three dots, click on it and then proceed.

On locating the banking section, you will need to click on it as mentioned, look for the space of your ID and then type your ID number there without spacing it.

3. SMS ( Sent and confirmation)

For security measures and to be sure you are the one making these changes to change your banking details for Sassa SRD r370 grant payment, an SMS for confirmation will be sent to your mobile number I mentioned earlier.

All you need to do is to open the message section of your phone and click on the SMS link there. Sometimes, the SMS may delay, just wait for some few minutes and it will arrive or better still, you can restart your phone to quickly receive the SMS.

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4. Click and open the link received

It is recommended to always use a smartphone for this purpose because using a small phone without internet connection or data will not work.

This is the reason!!

On opening your phone, click the link received and you will be directed to a place to effectively change your banking details for SASSA grant.

5. Implement onscreen guidelines

The ball and onus now lies on you. All you need to do and steps to take will be shown on the screen, just follow the guidelines and carefully fill the required information and details.

For example, your account number, type and name of bank and sometimes the option whether it is a cheque or savings account will need to be specified.

6. Check, check and check again!!

It is better to be late than to become late!!; this proverb is very important, do not be in a hurry and do not rush. Before submitting it, check the details you submitted and if you are satisfied, you can then submit it.

7. Be patient for positive confirmation

Normally, it takes within 24 hours – 72 hours for SASSA to do the confirmation on the validity of your submitted baking details. However, it may take longer if you do it on weekends.

If successful, you will receive an SMS telling you that the change is successful.

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