Contact SASSA

Need assistance with your SASSA grant? Find all the contact information you need to get help.

Ways to Contact SASSA

Toll-Free Helpline

0800 60 10 11

Free to call from any landline or cellphone

Mon-Fri: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

WhatsApp

082 046 8553

Send messages for status checks and enquiries

24/7 Automated Service

Email

grantenquiries@sassa.gov.za

For general enquiries and document submissions

Response within 5-7 business days

Website

www.sassa.gov.za

Official SASSA website for online services

Available 24/7

Provincial SASSA Offices

Gauteng

011 241 8300

GPEnquiries@sassa.gov.za

Western Cape

021 469 0200

WCEnquiries@sassa.gov.za

KwaZulu-Natal

033 846 3300

KZNEnquiries@sassa.gov.za

Eastern Cape

043 707 6300

ECEnquiries@sassa.gov.za

Free State

051 410 8200

FSEnquiries@sassa.gov.za

Limpopo

015 291 7400

LPEnquiries@sassa.gov.za

Mpumalanga

013 754 9428

MPEnquiries@sassa.gov.za

North West

018 388 1800

NWEnquiries@sassa.gov.za

Northern Cape

053 802 4900

NCEnquiries@sassa.gov.za

Before You Contact SASSA

Personal Information
  • - Your 13-digit ID number
  • - Registered cellphone number
  • - Full name as per ID document
  • - Application reference number (if available)
Query Details
  • - Type of grant you are enquiring about
  • - Specific issue or question
  • - Dates of any previous communications
  • - Supporting documents (if emailing)

Common Enquiries

Application Status

Check your application status online first at SRD Status Check before calling.

Payment Issues

If you haven't received your payment, first verify your banking details are correct and check payment dates.

Appeals

For appeal-related queries, visit our SASSA Appeal page for guidance before contacting SASSA.

Visiting a SASSA Office

If you need to visit a SASSA office in person, here's what you should know:

  • Operating Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM
  • What to Bring: Original ID document, proof of residence, and any relevant documents
  • Tip: Arrive early to avoid long queues, especially at month-end
  • Find Offices: Use the SASSA website or call the helpline for your nearest office location