How to request reconsideration of a declined SASSA grant
Reconsideration is a request to have a recently declined or cancelled grant reviewed when your circumstances have since changed. SASSA asks beneficiaries to submit the request within a limited period after the declining notice.
| What you need | Details |
|---|---|
| When to use | If your grant was declined or cancelled and your situation has since changed |
| Time limit | Send the request within the window SASSA states after the declined status (commonly within 60 days) |
| Where | srd.dsd.gov.za — enter your South African ID and registered cell phone number and verify with a one-time PIN |
| Details | Choose the month of the decline and state the reason for the request |
| Outcome | SASSA confirms the result; processing time can vary |
Reconsideration is for changed circumstances and is separate from the appeal process used to challenge a decision you disagree with.