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How to Get SASSA OTP Code (One Time Pin)

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How to Get SASSA OTP Code (One Time Pin) On sassa Registration there automatically generated sassa numeric pin will be sent to you which allow to access your sassa account if you face problem of not receiving the OTP Code this article will clear it to know the steps to take.

What is my OTP PIN?

A one-time password (OTP) is an automatically generated numeric or alphanumeric string of characters that authenticates a user for a single transaction or login session. An OTP is more secure than a static password, especially a user-created password, which can be weak and reused across multiple accounts.
The SASSA OTP Code, which stands for One Time Pin, is a crucial security feature utilised by the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA). It is an authentication step from Sassa to verify the identity of the applicant or beneficiary.
This system-generated code is designed to provide an additional layer of security when accessing online SASSA services like SRD Sassa status check or applying for a Sassa SRD grant.

How To Get Your SASSA R350 OTP Code

Here is how to get your SASSA R350 OTP code;

  1. Apply for the R350 grant online by going to a SASSA office.
  2. Once your application is approved, SASSA will send you an SMS with instructions to create a pin code for the grant.
  3. Reply to that SMS with your chosen 4-digit PIN code.
  4. SASSA will then send another SMS with the OTP code whenever you need to approve a transaction or make changes to your grant details.
  5. Enter the OTP code sent via SMS to verify it’s you accessing your grant information.

How to Reset SASSA Card PIN Number Via WhatsApp

  1. Add 082 046 8553 on WhatsApp
  2. Send a message saying ‘hi’ to this number
  3. Once you receive a response, reply with ‘help’
  4. Then reply with ‘4’
  5. You will then be given a bunch of options and to this you reply with ‘SASSA OTP’
  6. You will then be asked to enter your reference number that you were given
  7. Enter the number
  8. Follow the prompts and you will then retrieve your OTP

OTPs are typically employed to confirm data that connects you to your SRD grant application.

You would then input it where it was requested and be able to proceed with your Sassa application after you have located your OTP.

How to reset your Sassa pin online

A crucial component of your card, the Sassa card Pin, must be kept a secret. Only men or women you trust should see your Sassa card pin. You also need to keep a few things in mind when you reset your Sassa card pin.

  • You will need to visit the Sassa office for resetting your Personal identification number. Meaning that they are actually resetting your profile to get a new pin number.
  • Don’t store your pin anywhere. So that someone can get hold of your card and pin at the same time. This will cause you to lose the money on your Sassa card.
  • It is your responsibility to keep your card and pin safely. And, you can’t hold the Sassa office responsible for money that was stolen out of your account because your card and number were stolen.
  • There is no reason to report the number change to Sassa. Except if the card was stolen. Then they need to block the card from being used.

Source: https://ajiraforum.com/south-africa/how-to-get-your-sassa-one-time-pin-otp/

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