If you receive monthly social assistance grants from the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA), regularly checking your available balance is advised to track your grant funds.
A common question for many grant beneficiaries is whether you can check your SASSA balance using *130*.
Quick Answer: Unfortunately, dialing *130* on your phone will not work to check your SASSA grant balance, as *130* is a USSD code exclusive to Cell C mobile network services.
Below are the valid methods to check your current SASSA balance if you are a social grant recipient from SASSA.
The quickest and most convenient way to check your remaining SASSA funds is by using the designated USSD code directly from your mobile phone:
Primary USSD Code
Dial *120*3210# on your cellphone to initiate a SASSA balance inquiry.
Follow the USSD menu voice prompts to enter your 13-digit SASSA identification number.
Select the balance inquiry option when prompted to get your latest SASSA balance.
Your up-to-date SASSA grant balance amount will then be stated on the call.
Allows quick, automated balance checks from anywhere.
This SASSA USSD balance check is fast, secure, available 24/7, and does not require airtime or data bundles. If the above method does not work, you can use the secondary method below.
Secondary USSD Code
Dial *120*69277# on your cellphone to initiate a SASSA balance inquiry.
Follow the USSD menu voice prompts to enter your details, including your ID number and phone number.
Your up-to-date SASSA grant balance amount will then be sent to you via SMS.
Allows quick, automated balance checks from anywhere.
Check Your Balance via SASSA WhatsApp Chatbot
You can also opt to check your latest SASSA balance conveniently via the official SASSA WhatsApp chatbot:
Save the number 082 046 8553 in your phone contacts as “SASSA”.
Send the text ‘SASSA’ to start the automated chatbot conversation.
Follow the chatbot’s reply prompts to select the balance inquiry option.
Enter your 13-digit ID number when asked to receive your current SASSA balance confirmation via chat.
This allows easy SASSA balance checks directly through WhatsApp chat.
Check Your SASSA Balance Online
If you prefer using the SASSA online system, you can check your latest balance directly on their official website:
Go to the SASSA website at www.sassa.gov.za and login to your online account.
Navigate to the ‘My Grants’ page and select ‘My Balance’.
Your current available SASSA balance amount will then be displayed.
Securely allows grant balance inquiries and account access online.
This online process enables paperless SASSA balance checks securely 24/7.
In-Person Balance Check at SASSA Regional Offices
You also have the option to check your latest SASSA balance amount in person at your nearest SASSA regional office:
Take your green, barcoded ID book and SASSA card to your closest SASSA office.
Request a SASSA balance inquiry at the customer service desk.
The SASSA agent will be able to assist and provide your most recent grant balance amount.
Get personalized service to address any SASSA account or grant questions.
Visiting a SASSA office allows a detailed, in-person balance inquiry.
In Closing
While checking your SASSA grant balance using *130* does not work, you can easily check your updated balance using the SASSA USSD code, WhatsApp chatbot, through their website, or in-person at a regional office location conveniently.
Regularly monitoring your SASSA balance allows you to stay on top of your grant funds and plan accordingly. This ensures social assistance money is appropriately managed to sufficiently provide for beneficiaries’ essential needs.
I’m Anele Zulu, a South African social worker dedicated to serving my country’s most vulnerable. With my degree and field expertise, I empower underprivileged communities through compassionate support and tireless advocacy on this website. My goal is simplifying access to services so families can uplift themselves
