NSFAS has confirmed that applicants do not need to certify their supporting documents before applying
Due to the current COVID-19 pandemic, NSFAS has removed the requirement for documents to be certified.
How To Apply for NSFAS
- Register on myNSFAS
- Click on the ‘APPLY’ tab
- Complete the sections on the screen by providing the required information
- Upload required supporting documents where applicable
- Click on ‘Submit’ Documents.
The required supporting documents include:
- A copy of ID or temporary ID issued by the Department of Home Affairs will be accepted
- Non-SASSA applicants must provide ID copies of parent/s, legal guardian/guardian or spouse
- Smart ID cards: a copy with both sides of the smart ID must be provided
- Proof of income: applicant and/or parents/legal guardian/spouse (where applicable (non-SASSA) should provide the latest payslip, not older than 3 months, UIF letter, appointment letter, retrenchment letter (applicant and/or parent(s), legal guardian/spouse)
- A person with disabilities: to complete Disability Annexure A form.
Applications for 2022 are currently open and will be closing on 7 January 2022.