Just realized I need to update my SASSA details before the next payment cycle, and honestly the process is different depending on which grant you're getting. If you're on permanent grants like old age or disability, you basically have to go to a SASSA office in person - can't do it online. They'll have you fill out forms and bring your ID plus proof of your new bank account (bank statement not older than 3 months works). The whole thing takes up to 21 working days to process, so if you're thinking about changing banks, do it before the 15th of the month or you'll miss that cycle.

But if you're on the SRD grant (that 350 relief payment), it's actually way easier - everything's online through their portal. You just enter your ID number, they send you a secure SMS link, and you update your banking details there. Same rule though: account has to be in your name, no joint accounts or anything. For changing your phone number on SRD, you go through their contact portal, enter your ID and application ID, put in the new number, and they send you an OTP to verify.

Honestly the confusing part is that SRD and permanent grants have completely different systems. If the online thing doesn't work for SRD, you can always call the helpline at 0800 60 10 11 or just go to your local office. Just make sure you're using the official SASSA website - there's apparently a bunch of fake sites trying to scam people's details.