SRD R370 Payment Collection at Spar

To receive your SASSA SRD R370 (previously R350) grant payment through SPAR, you can easily make changes using the following steps.

This article will guide you through the process of changing your SRD payment method to SPAR and also provide instructions on how to receive your grant money at the SPAR store.

note Before Switching to Spar

Before proceeding with changing your SASSA payment method to SPAR, it is important to note that all SPAR stores do not offer SASSA grant payment collection facility.

Contact your chosen SPAR store to verify if they provide the SASSA payment collection service at their branch. Once confirmed, follow the detailed instructions to switch your payment method to SPAR.

SASSA SRD payment Method to spar

Change SASSA SRD Payment Method To SPAR

When you are ready to update your payment method to spar, you must proceed with these provided instructions:

Go to SASSA websiteAcess the following link: https://srd.sassa.gov.za/.
Select ResidencySouth African ID Holders
Asylum Seekers and Special Permit Holders
Enter DetailsYou will now be directed to a different page. Navigate to the “How do I change my banking details” section on that page. Proceed to input your South African ID number in the provided field.
Receive SMSEntering the ID, an SMS will be sent to your SASSA registered phone number. The SMS will include a unique and secure link. Simply click on that link to proceed with update process.
Choose Spar as payment methodYou will now be redirected to another page to choose your preferred payment method for receiving your SRD grant. Please choose “SPAR” as your payment method.
Confirm and SubmitClick “submit” button.
Get confirmation messsgeAfter a successful update of your payment method, a confirmation message will be sent to your phone number.
Steps to select Spar as payment method

After confirmation, please allow 5 to 7 business days for SASSA to review and approve your updated payment method. During this time, your grant will continue to be deposited into your previous banking details.

You are allowed to change your SASSA payment method or banking details once every 24 hours. Please avoid making unnecessary updates, as this could lead to delays in your grant payments as a result of verification procedures.

Guide to Collect Your SASSA SRD Grant at Spar

When SASSA SRD grant arrives monthly in your account, SASSA will send you a notification specifying the exact date for you to collect your grant at SPAR. Take note of the following:

  • Each SPAR location follows a unique SRD grant payment schedule. Therefore, it is essential to verify your chosen SPAR’s payment schedule by contacting them before your visit to prevent any issues.
  • It is important to remember to bring along your ID document and SASSA registered phone number when visiting SPAR.

After confirming the payment schedule, gather your ID card and cell phone, then follow the steps below:

  • SASSA will notify you via text message once your grant funds are available for pickup at the SPAR store you selected.
  • Pick your documents and go to designated SPAR store to receive your grant funds.
  • When reach Spar store show your South African ID Card along with the notification from SASSA for identity verification.
  • Once the verification process is finished, your grant payment will be withdrawn to you.

Congratulations! Your SASSA SRD R350 grant payment has been successfully disbursed by SPAR.

Where to Find Spar Stores?

Spar Store Locator: Access the official Spar website and make use of their store locator feature. Input your location or postal code to identify the closest Spar stores.

Google Maps: Launch Google Maps and enter “Spar” along with your city or region. This will show nearby Spar locations, including directions and time to travel.

Frequently asked questions

If the SPAR store you selected does not offer SASSA payment collection services, you will have to choose another SPAR branch that does. You can contact the store staff member to verify this information before proceeding with any changes to your payment method.

After submitting your payment method change request to SPAR, SASSA will normally take 5 to 7 business days to process and cpnfirm update. During this time, you will still receive payments through your old payment method.

SASSA payment method or banking details are limited to once every 24 hours. Making fast changes could result in delays in receiving your grant payments as a result of necessary verification processes that SASSA requires.

Conclusion

Switching your SASSA SRD R370 payment method to SPAR is a breeze. By following the instructions provided in this guide, you can make the process seamless and pick up your grant funds effortlessly at a SPAR outlet. Remember to check if your chosen SPAR branch offers this service and have your ID and phone ready for verification.