TymeBank is one of the great additions to SASSA payment withdrawal. Now, grant recipients can access and withdraw their grants easily through TymeBank. Now, recipients can change banking details to TymeBank.
In this article I will briefly explain how to switch the payment method and choose TymeBank as your payment method. You should have an active account in TymeBank. If you don’t have one, you can open a new account in Tymebank.
What do you Need to Open a TymeBank Account?
In order to open a new account in TymeBank, there are a few requirements that are listed below:
- You must hold a South African ID card.
- You must possess an active mobile phone number on which a one-time PIN will be sent for verification, and other communication will be done.
- Only adults whose age is sixteen (16) or more years are eligible to open an account in TymeBank.
How to Open a Tymebank Account?
There are the following two ways to open an account in Tymebank:
1. Online Via TymeBank App
- Download the Tymebank from the Play Store or App Store.
- Now, enter your South African ID number.
- Then, add your active phone number.
- Now, fill in the requisite information in all boxes.
- Upload a copy of your ID document.
- You need biometric verification by uploading a selfie with the facial recognition feature of the app.
- An OTP will be sent to your cell number; enter it to verify, and you are all done.
2. Physically
If you don’t have an online app or you have an internet issue, you can apply in person by following these simple steps:
- Go to the nearest TFG, Boxer Store, Pick n Pay, or kiosk.
- Open the TymeBank website.
- You must be registered with SASSA.
- You must have a bank statement as proof.
- Go to the representative and tell him that you want to switch the SASSA payment method to TymeBank, for which you want to open an account.
- The representative will provide you with an application form, which you have to fill out completely and then submit to the representative.
- Then, you will receive an OTP on your cell phone number; you will enter the code, and your account will be created.
- Now, you can receive your debit card.
How to Change Banking Details to TymeBank?
The process of switching payment methods to TymeBank is really easy and a few steps away. If you are looking to change your payment method, follow these steps:
Change Payment Method to Tymebank Online
- Visit https://srd.sassa.gov.za/said.
- Now, find the tab “How to change banking details?” Click it.
- Enter your ID number and phone number.
- Now, select Tymebank as your payment method.
- Click on submit; you will be informed once it’s done.
How Long to Change Payment Method to TymeBank?
The process of switching payment methods generally takes 7-10 working days. Every recipient must check SASSA status so that he may know that the payment method has been updated and then try to withdraw the grant.
Benefits of Tymebank
- Through TymeBank, you can get access to social grants before scheduled payment dates up to R500.
- It allows you one-time withdrawal equal to the amount for which you are eligible for a particular grant.
- Transactions through Tymebank are generally interest-free.
TymeBank Contact Details
In case of any query/question or any sort of assistance, you can reach TymeBank in the following ways:
TymeBank Customer Service Center: TymeBank has a customer service number, 0860 999 119, on which you can call and get help to resolve your issue.
Tymebank WhatsApp Number: Tymebank has WhatsApp helpline, 0860 999 119.
Tymebank Email: The official email address of Tymebank is [email protected].