SRD Account Guide 2026
You can change your SASSA SRD banking details online at srd.sassa.gov.za. After updating, SASSA verifies the new account over 3–7 working days. Once verified, all future payments go to the new account.
| Detail | Can Update? |
|---|---|
| Bank name | Yes |
| Account number | Yes |
| Account type (savings / cheque) | Yes |
| Switch from bank account to Postbank card | Yes |
| Switch from Postbank card to bank account | Yes |
The account must be in your own name. SASSA verifies that the account holder name matches your ID — you cannot use a family member’s or partner’s account.
Step 1: Go to srd.sassa.gov.za on your phone or computer.
Step 2: Log in with your 13-digit ID number and OTP sent to your registered phone.
Step 3: Select “Update Banking Details” from your dashboard.
Step 4: Enter the new bank details:
Step 5: Submit. SASSA sends your details for verification — this is automatic.
Step 6: Wait 3–7 working days for the verification to complete. Your status will show “Bank Details Pending” during this period.
Step 7: Once verified, your next SRD payment will be deposited to the new account.
Do not change your banking details multiple times in a short period. Frequent changes can trigger a fraud flag on your account, causing delays. Make the change once and wait for verification to complete.
All major South African banks are accepted:
| Bank | Notes |
|---|---|
| Capitec Bank | Most commonly used by SRD recipients |
| FNB (First National Bank) | All account types accepted |
| Nedbank | All account types accepted |
| Standard Bank | All account types accepted |
| ABSA | All account types accepted |
| TymeBank | Works for SASSA — see TymeBank guide |
| African Bank | Accepted |
| Postbank | SASSA’s own card — default if no bank account |
The account must be a standard savings or cheque account — not a credit card or loan account.
TymeBank accounts are fully accepted for SASSA SRD payments. Many recipients use TymeBank’s free bank account (open via kiosks at Pick n Pay and Boxer stores) as their payment account.
See our full TymeBank SASSA banking guide for the exact steps to link a TymeBank account.
SASSA uses this period to:
During this period:
If verification fails (wrong account number, name mismatch), your status will revert and you will need to update the details again.
| Problem | Solution |
|---|---|
| ”Bank Details Pending” for more than 7 working days | Call SASSA: 0800 60 10 11 |
| Name mismatch error | Ensure the account is in your exact legal name as per your ID |
| Account rejected | Confirm account type — credit cards and loan accounts not accepted |
| Relative’s account not accepted | Only your own account is accepted — open a free account with Capitec or TymeBank |
3–7 working days from submission. During this time your status shows “Bank Details Pending.” Once verified, the next payment goes to the new account.
No. SASSA verifies the account holder name against your ID. The account must be in your own name. Attempting to use someone else’s account will fail verification.
Yes. TymeBank is a fully accepted bank for SASSA SRD payments. Open a free TymeBank account at a Pick n Pay or Boxer kiosk, then follow our TymeBank SASSA guide to link it.
If incorrect details are submitted, SASSA’s verification will fail. You can submit a new banking details update — the previous failed attempt does not block you. Allow 3–7 days for the new submission to verify.
Yes. If you switch to Postbank as your payment method, you can collect from SASSA pay points (at Post Offices) on your designated payment day. Update your banking details to Postbank/SASSA card to use this option.
Ready to check your SASSA status?
Use the official SASSA portal — free and updated monthly.
