SASSA Change Banking Details to TymeBank for R370/R350 Payments

To change your SASSA banking details to TymeBank, visit the official SASSA SRD portal at srd.sassa.gov.za, log in with your ID number and registered cellphone number, select “Change Banking Details,” enter your TymeBank account information, and confirm via the SMS verification link sent to your phone.

This guide covers the full process -whether you’re updating banking details for the R370 SRD grant, switching from another bank to TymeBank, or troubleshooting a failed update.

 SASSA Banking Details Link -Official Portal

To update your SASSA banking details, use only the official SASSA SRD website:

🔗 https://srd.sassa.gov.za

Do not use any other website. Fraudulent sites mimicking the SASSA portal are common. Bookmark the link above to avoid scams in future.

Once on the portal, log in using:

• Your 13-digit South African ID number
• The cellphone number you registered with SASSA

How to Change Banking Details for SASSA R370/R350 -Step-by-Step

Follow these steps exactly to update your banking details successfully:

1. Go to srd.sassa.gov.za on your phone or computer
2. Enter your ID number and registered cellphone number to log in
3. Select “Change Banking Details” from your dashboard
4. Under bank name, select TymeBank
5. Enter the TymeBank branch code: 678910
6. Enter your 10-digit TymeBank account number (found in the TymeBank app under “My Accounts”)
7. Click Submit
8. Check your phone -SASSA will send a verification SMS with a confirmation link
9. Click the link in the SMS to confirm the change
10. Wait 5–10 business days for the update to reflect in the system

Important: Double-check your account number before submitting. A single wrong digit will cause your payment to fail.

How to Update SASSA Banking Details at SRD SASSA Gov ZA
If you have previously registered with SASSA and need to update your banking details -not just switch banks for the first time -the process at srd.sassa.gov.za is the same as above.

Common reasons people need to update their details:

• Switching from Postbank/Post Office to TymeBank
• Changing from another bank account that was closed
• Correcting an incorrect account number submitted previously
• Updating after losing a bank card

When updating existing details, your previous payments are not affected. Only future payments will go to the new account. If a payment was already processed before your update was confirmed, it will still go to the old account for that cycle.

SASSA Banking Details Update via Cellphone

Most SASSA recipients complete this process entirely on their phone. Here’s what you need:

• A working smartphone with mobile data or WiFi
• Your ID number
• The cellphone number registered with SASSA (you must receive the SMS on this number)
• Your TymeBank account number (from the TymeBank app)

If you don’t have the TymeBank app yet: Download it from the Google Play Store or App Store, create a free account, and your account number will be displayed under “My Accounts” or “Account Details.”

To update via cellphone:

1. Open your browser and go to srd.sassa.gov.za
2. Log in with your ID and cellphone number
3. Follow the same steps listed above
4. The SMS verification will come to the same phone you’re using -switch apps to click the link, then return to confirm

 Why Switch SASSA Payments to TymeBank?

TymeBank is one of the most popular choices for SASSA recipients for three practical reasons:

No monthly fees. TymeBank charges zero monthly account fees. Traditional banks often charge R30–R100/month, which quietly reduces your grant each month.

Withdraw at Pick n Pay and Boxer. With 750+ withdrawal points at Pick n Pay and Boxer stores nationwide, you can access your cash during your regular grocery shopping -no separate trip to an ATM needed.

Fast and free account opening. You can open a TymeBank account entirely through the app in minutes. No paperwork, no branch visits, no documents beyond your ID.

Requirements to Change Your SASSA Banking Details

Before you start the process, have the following ready:

• Valid South African ID document (green barcoded ID or smart card ID)
• Active cellphone number -the exact number registered with SASSA (the verification SMS goes here)
• TymeBank account number -10 digits, found in the TymeBank app
• TymeBank branch code: 678910

You do not need to visit a SASSA office. The entire process is done online at srd.sassa.gov.za

Key Tips for a Successful Banking Details Update
Use your own account. SASSA will reject or flag any request to pay into an account belonging to someone else. The account name must match your ID.

Update on a weekday. SASSA processing times are faster on weekdays. Avoid Fridays, public holidays, and the days immediately before a scheduled payment date.

Update at least 7 days before payment. If your next payment is due in a few days, the update may not process in time. Changes typically take 5–10 business days.

Check your status after submitting. Log back into srd.sassa.gov.za a few days after submission to confirm the update is showing as successful before the next payment cycle.

Frequently Asked Questions