What is SASSA?
SASSA stands for the South African Social Security Agency. It is responsible for managing social grants in South Africa.
Why would I need to submit my banking details to SASSA?
If you are a recipient of a social grant from SASSA, you will need to submit your banking details to receive your grant payments via electronic fund transfer (EFT). This means that your grant payments will be paid directly into your bank account.
How do I submit my banking details to SASSA?
There are a number of ways to submit your banking details to SASSA:
1. Online: You can log into the SASSA website and submit your details via the online portal.
2. Via the Post Office: You can visit your nearest Post Office and fill in a form with your banking details. The Post Office will then forward your details to SASSA.
3. Via a SASSA office: You can visit a SASSA office in person and submit your details there.
4. Via a mobile phone: If you have a mobile phone, you can dial *120*3210# and follow the prompts to submit your banking details.
What information do I need to submit?
When submitting your banking details, you will need to provide the following information:
1. Your full name
2. Your SASSA reference number
3. Your bank account number
4. Your bank’s name
5. Your branch code
6. Your account type (e.g. savings, cheque)
7. Your cell phone number
How long does it take for my grant payments to be processed once I have submitted my banking details?
It can take up to 10 working days for your grant payments to be processed and paid into your bank account.
What happens if I submit incorrect banking details?
If you submit incorrect banking details, your grant payments will not be processed and paid into your account. It is therefore important to double-check all the information you submit to ensure that it is correct.
How long do I need to wait before I follow up on my grant payments?
It is recommended that you wait at least 10 working days after submitting your banking details before following up on your grant payments. If you still have not received your payments after this time, you should contact SASSA to investigate the issue.
What should I do if I change my bank account details?
If you change your bank account details, you will need to submit your new details to SASSA as soon as possible to avoid any delays in your grant payments. You can submit your new details using any of the methods outlined above.
In summary, submitting your banking details to SASSA is essential if you receive a social grant. You can submit your details online, via the Post Office, at a SASSA office, or via a mobile phone. It is important to double-check all the information you submit to ensure that it is correct, and to follow up if you have not received your payments after 10 working days. If you change your bank account details, you will need to submit your new details to SASSA as soon as possible.
