How to Complete the SASSA Biometric Verification Process

SASSA Biometric Verification

SASSA recently introduced the biometric verification system to increase the security of social grants and reduce SASSA fraud. You must complete the SASSA biometric verification process if you recently changed your phone number or faced any fraudulent activity while receiving the grant.

In this article, we will discuss the process of completing the SASSA biometric identification and what will happen if you do not complete your ID verification.

Introduction to Biometric Verification

Biometric identification is the process of verifying an individual based on unique biological features such as face, fingerprints, eye patterns, etc. Government, banks, and other organizations used this system for identification. Mostly face and fingerprints are used for biometric verification.

Benefits of SASSA Biometric Identification

There are different benefits of the newly launched SASSA biometric identification:

Enhanced Security: This system will enhance the security of SASSA social grants ensuring that only eligible persons will receive the grant.
Prevent Frauds: The SASSA biometric identification system will secure the social grants of SASSA beneficiaries and prevent any type of SASSA fraud.
Fast Grant Approval: SASSA biometric verification will help in approving social grants quickly. With this system, you do not need to wait for months for approval.

SASSA Biometric Verification Process by Visiting SASSA Office

SASSA will send you a notification via SMS on your mobile number for biometric verification. The SMS will have complete guidelines for the biometric verification process. You need your South African ID card or Passport for biometric identification. Follow the steps below to complete the SASSA biometric identification process:

Visit your nearest SASSA office or Mobile biometric verification unit with your ID card.
Wait for your turn and show the SASSA representative the notification you received.
The SASSA officer will start your biometric identification process which will include:
SASSA team will take your Fingerprints to match with records.
They will capture your phone and use Facial Identity Verification software to verify your identity.
They can also scan your eyes to match with records.
Once the SASSA team collects your biometric data they will validate it with government records.
The SASSA team will update you about your verification status on the spot and if the biometric data matches the record, they will update your identity status.

SASSA Biometric Identification Process via SMS Link

You can also complete the SASSA biometric verification process via a link in the SMS from the SASSA. Click on the link and a page will open. Take your face photo and hand photos in a good light. Submit the photos on the page. If your biometric identification is successful you will receive a confirmation notification from SASSA. The link will be valid for only 3 days. So verify your identity within 3 days.

What happens if I don’t complete the biometric verification process?

If you do not complete the SASSA biometric verification process, your social grant will be suspended. You need to complete the verification process within 30 days after receiving the notification from the SASSA. Currently, the biometric identification process is only needed for the SRD R350 grant. In the future, all social grant beneficiaries will need to be verified using biometrics.

SASSA Contact Information

If you need any information about SASSA identity verification, contact SASSA by following channels:

Toll-Free Number

0800 60 10 11

Head Office Number

012 400 2322

SASSA Email

[email protected]

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

SASSA’s biometric verification process is quick. You will be notified immediately if your biometrics match the SASSA record. However, if there is any technical issue in the SASSA system, it may take long to verify.

SASSA biometric identification will reduce fraud by ensuring that only authorized individuals can access the beneficiaries’ grants.

If you miss the 3-day validity period of the SMS link, you have to contact SASSA and request for new link.

Conclusion

The SASSA biometric verification process is mandatory for all SASSA social grant beneficiaries. Immediately complete the biometric identification after receiving the SMS from SASSA. This system was introduced to secure your social grants and prevent potential SASSA fraud. If you do not complete the SASSA biometric identification process, your grant may be suspended, or your grant payments may be delayed.

How to Complete the SASSA Biometric Verification Process