Knowing the status of your application can be a source of worry.
Thankfully, SASSA offers a convenient way to check your application status online and download a PDF for your records.
What is a SASSA Application Status PDF?
A SASSA application status PDF is a downloadable document that provides details about your application for a SASSA grant.
It will normally include information such as:
- The type of grant you applied for (e.g. Old Age Grant, Disability Grant)
- The date you submitted your application
- The current status of your application (e.g. pending, approved, declined)
- Any additional information or action items required
Having a copy of your application status PDF can be helpful for your records or if you need to inquire about your application.
How to Download Your SASSA Application Status PDF
Once you’ve located your application and its status, you can download the SASSA application status PDF for your records.
Here’s how to go about it:
- Visit the official SASSA website at https://www.sassa.gov.za/SitePages/HomePage.aspx.
- Click on “Services”: Look for the “Services” tab on the top navigation bar and click on it.
- Select “Online Services”: Within the “Services” dropdown menu, choose “Online Services.”
- Track Your Application: On the “Online Services” page, you’ll find an option to “Track Your Application” or similar wording. Click on this link.
- Enter Your ID Number: A new page will load, prompting you to enter your South African ID number.
- Capture the Security Code: You will also need to enter a security code displayed on the screen. Type the code accurately and click “Submit.”
- View Application Status: Once you’ve submitted your ID and security code, you should be able to see the status of your application. Look for an option to “Download Application Status” or similar wording.
- Download Your PDF: Click on the “Download Application Status” button. This will initiate the download of your application status PDF. The file will be saved to your device’s downloads folder.
Can I check my SASSA application status without downloading a PDF?
Yes, you can view your application status directly on the official website after following the steps mentioned above.
However, downloading the SASSA application status PDF provides a record for your reference.
What if I cannot find the “Download Application Status” option?
If the option to download your application status PDF is unavailable, it’s possible your application is still being processed. You can try checking again at a later date.
What does application status pending mean?
A “pending” status simply indicates that SASSA is still reviewing your application.
Processing times can vary depending on the grant type and current workload.
What can I do if my application was declined?
If your application was declined, the application status PDF might provide details about the reason for the rejection.
You can also contact SASSA directly to inquire about the decision and appeal the decision if there are valid grounds.
How do I contact SASSA?
There are several ways to contact SASSA. You can call their national hotline at 0800 60 10 11 or visit your nearest SASSA local office.
You can also find contact information on the SASSA website.
Is it safe to download the application status PDF from the SASSA website?
Downloading your SASSA application status PDF from the official SASSA website is the safest way to do it.
However, be cautious of downloading PDFs from unofficial sources claiming to be SASSA documents.