NSFAS APPLICATIONS ARE OPEN FOR 2022
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Once your funding application becomes successful, NSFAS will cover your costs for
- Accommodation
- Transport
- Living allowance
- Book allowances
- Incidental/personal care allowance
If you are unable to complete the application by yourself, you can visit a National Youth Development Agency Centre, a Thusong Centre or one of our application partner’s centre near you, where a NSFAS representative will help you apply.
Documents needed to verify your NSFAS funding application
Take note of the below important documents needed to complete the application:
1. All applicants must provide a copy of ID. A temporary ID issued by the Department of Home Affairs will be accepted
2. Non-SASSA applicants must provide ID copies of parent/s, legal guardian/guardian or spouse
3. Smart ID cards: a copy with both sides of the smart ID must be provided
4. Proof of income: applicant and/or parents/legal guardian/spouse (where applicable (non-SASSA) should provide latest payslip not older 3 months, UIF letter, appointment letter, retrenchment letter (applicant and/or parent(s), legal guardian/spouse)
5. Person with disabilities: to complete Disability Annexure A form.
HOW TO APPLY
- You will need to first register for a myNSFAS account and submit your application online.
- Once your myNSFAS account is set up and functional, follow these simple steps and submit your application:
Step 1: Click on the ‘APPLY’ tab and complete the sections on the screen by providing the required information
Step 2: Upload required supporting documents where applicable
Step 3: Click on ‘Submit’
Just like that, you NSFAS funding application has been submitted.
CLICK HERE to go the myNSFAS portal to create an account.