SASSA Loans

SASSA loans are money you can get through certain banks or finance companies, such as EasyPay. It’s important to know that SASSA itself does not give out loans. Only third-party companies, like TymeBank, provide loan options or advance payments to people receiving SASSA grants.

If you are a SASSA grant beneficiary and want to apply for a loan, you are in the right place. In this guide, I will explain how you can use the TymeBank or EasyPay websites to access a loan as a SASSA grant recipient. When I first checked, it was easy to navigate, and I could see all the steps clearly.

How to Apply for SASSA Loans?

SASSA does not provide loans directly. However, you can still get a loan through private companies like EasyPay. One option is the EasyPay Green Card. This is a prepaid card that allows SASSA grant recipients to apply for loans quickly and safely.

How Does It Work?

To get started, you need to sign up for an EasyPay account and request a Green Card. This card links directly to your SASSA grant. After activation, you can apply for a short-term loan.

Keep these details in mind:

• The loan application comes with a 31% fee.
• Interest on the loan is 164%.
• The repayment period is 6 months or less.

How to Apply for the EasyPay Green Card Loan?

Follow these steps to apply for a loan with EasyPay:

1. Go to the EasyPay website: https://epe-online.co.za
2. Sign up for an account if you don’t already have one.
3. Log in to your EasyPay account.
4. Find and click on “Loan Application.”
5. Complete the loan form with your details.
6. Select the amount you want to borrow (from R410 up to R1050).
7. Submit your request.

EasyPay will check your application and reply within 2–3 working days. If it’s approved, the money will be added to your Green Card.

Apply for SASSA Advance Payment from TymeBank GrantAdvance

TymeBank GrantAdvance lets SASSA grant recipients get an early payment of up to R1000. This option is only available to people who receive their SASSA grants through a TymeBank account.

If your grant is paid into a different bank, you won’t be able to use this service.

Who Can Apply?

• To use TymeBank GrantAdvance, you need to meet these requirements:
• You must be receiving a SASSA grant.
• Your grant payments must be deposited into a TymeBank account.
• You have to apply using the phone number linked to your account.

How to Apply for TymeBank SASSA GrantAdvance?

Follow these steps:

To request a GrantAdvance from TymeBank:

1. Open the phone dialer on your mobile.
2. Dial 120543# to access the TymeBank menu.
3. A menu will appear on your screen.
4. Select Option 4.
5. From the next menu, choose “SASSA Grant Advance.”
6. Confirm your request.

You can receive up to R1000 directly in your TymeBank account. The money is available immediately to help with urgent expenses before your next grant payment.

Remember:

• The advance must be repaid from your next SASSA grant.
• TymeBank does not charge interest or service fees.
• Make sure your phone number and SASSA information are correct and updated.

How to Repay a SASSA Loan?

1. EasyPay Loan Repayment

1. EasyPay will take the loan repayment automatically from your next SASSA grant.
2. If the full amount isn’t paid in one go, the deduction will continue each month until it’s cleared.
3. You can also repay early at any time using your EasyPay Green Card, either in partner stores or online.

2. TymeBank GrantAdvance Repayment

1. TymeBank will automatically take the GrantAdvance amount from your next SASSA payment.
2. You cannot pause or delay this deduction.
3. If your next grant is smaller than the advance, TymeBank will deduct the remaining balance from later payments.