How to Check Your SASSA Balance: Step-by-Step Guide

As a grant recipient of the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA), you must stay informed about your payments. You may be a beneficiary of the SRD R370 grant, an old-age pension, a child support grant, or other social grant. Irrespective, knowing how to check your SASSA balance will keep you on top of your finances.

Here is a simple step-by-step guide to help you find your SASSA balance in a flash, either online or on your phone.

✅ Method 1: Check Your SASSA Balance using USSD (on your phone)
This method is the fastest and most used way of viewing your SASSA balance. You don’t need a smartphone or internet connection—just a working cellphone.

Steps:
Key 1203210# on your phone.

Follow the prompts to enter your ID number and other required details.

Your available SASSA grant balance will be shown on the screen.

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✅ Method 2: Check Balance Using SASSA Card (at ATM)
If you possess a SASSA gold card, you will be able to check the balance as usual as a bank card.

Steps:
Insert your SASSA card into any ATM.

Enter your PIN.

Select ‘Check Balance’ from options.

Your balance will be displayed on the screen.

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✅ Step 3: SASSA Balance via WhatsApp
SASSA also allows you to check your grant status and balance via WhatsApp.

Steps:
Save the number: 082 046 8553 (SASSA’s official WhatsApp number).

Send the message “Hi”.

Continue with the menu options to select ‘Check Status’ or ‘Balance Enquiry’.

Enter your ID number and other required information.

✅ Step 4: Via the SASSA Website (for SRD Grants)
Since you will be getting the SRD R370 grant, you can check your payment status and updates online.

Steps:
Go to the SASSA official SRD website: https://srd.sassa.gov.za

Scroll down to “Check Your Status”.

Enter your ID number and cellphone number when applying.

Click “Submit” to view your payment dates and status.

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Make sure your contact details are up to date with SASSA to receive notifications.

If your SASSA card is lost or stolen, report it immediately by calling the SASSA toll-free number: 0800 60 10 11.

Avoid sharing your personal or banking info with anyone—SASSA will never ask for your PIN over the phone or on social media.

Final Thoughts
Checking your SASSA balance regularly keeps you in control of your money and assists you with budgeting. From a basic cellphone, to an ATM, or logging in, there’s something that works for everyone. Only use official sites to stay safe from scams and misinformation.

If ever you are lost or need help, you can call the SASSA helpline or visit your nearest SASSA office.

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