{"id":11220,"date":"2019-11-16T21:46:31","date_gmt":"2019-11-16T21:46:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/driverslicenserenewals.co.za\/?page_id=57"},"modified":"2019-11-16T21:46:31","modified_gmt":"2019-11-16T21:46:31","slug":"can-i-renew-my-drivers-license-at-fnb","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/uni1.co.za\/articles\/can-i-renew-my-drivers-license-at-fnb\/","title":{"rendered":"Can I renew my driver&#8217;s license at FNB?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"advads-atf\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;margin-bottom: 20px;\" id=\"advads-4225608292\"><script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-9198760278752355\"\n     crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script>\n<!-- Responsive ads atf -->\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\n     style=\"display:block\"\n     data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-9198760278752355\"\n     data-ad-slot=\"8381596201\"\n     data-ad-format=\"auto\"\n     data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script>\n     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\n<\/script><\/div><p>FNB has once again disrupted the industry with one of the most innovative additions to hit&nbsp;banks across SA.&nbsp;From this week, you can now renew your vehicle license on the FNB app, and the whole process is as easy as ABC.&nbsp;Part of a full platform called nav&gt;&gt; Car, this smart online tool provides several handy tools that allow consumers to perform multiple checks and transactions online.&nbsp;While vastly welcomed and hailed as revolutionary in the industry, there does seem to be a downfall with the app for some people. Should you choose the ad-hoc feature, on top of the renewal fees, the bank has added an extra R199 for handling and delivery fees. Although consumers are blown away by how the new feature can save hours of queuing, the excessive fee is simply not sitting well with them. We take a look at the new feature.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Does It Work?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Should you use the ad-hoc vehicle license renewal, the process has been simplified to renew their license in a few easy steps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Scan the license with your smartphone<\/li><li>Pay for the renewal using the in-app payment system<\/li><li>The license disk will be delivered to your door<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Convenient right? This seems like it is too good to be true! Well, there are several more features to this app that make it really appealing for customers!&nbsp;Well, there are several more features within the app that make it really appealing for customers! Should you choose the On-road PROTECT, the app includes the following services:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Renewal for up to five different licenses<\/li><li>Receive instant notifications of traffic infringements and instant payment options<\/li><li>Fine negotiation assistance, reducing the amount that you need to pay off<\/li><li>Vehicle Finance Management options<\/li><li>Licence disc renewal notifications<\/li><li>24\/7 bail assistance at roadblocks<\/li><li>Road Accident Fund claim assistance<\/li><li>Tyre repair claim assistance<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Has The Response Been?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>While there are many really positive responses to the news, many have questioned the fee which seems a bit excessive.&nbsp;Many are blown away by the bank&#8217;s innovation and have praised the bank for being on the forefront of disrupting the industry.&nbsp;https:\/\/twitter.com\/LKRawlins\/status\/872369858897481730 https:\/\/twitter.com\/davydavez\/status\/868092417899212801&nbsp;Others, however, are not as convinced about the service.&nbsp;https:\/\/twitter.com\/chan_Nav\/status\/872491808122691585&nbsp;In a comment on an article posted on&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/banking\/178005\/new-fnb-app-allows-you-to-renew-your-car-license-disc-from-your-phone\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Business Tech<\/a>, one user questioned why the fee was so high to do the renewal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p>&#8220;I would&#8217;ve jumped for this feature had it not been for that ridiculous R199 fee. I&#8217;d rather keep doing it the way I have been doing it for years. For the 6 years I owned my vehicle, I have only once received the renewal notice. So I just download and print the MVL form, fill it in and go to the post office to renew. Can&#8217;t say that I have ever waited longer than 15 minutes. I would&#8217;ve settled for a fee of R50 at most for the convenience of doing it via the app and saving me the time and effort, nothing more though&#8230;&#8221;<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Are The Fees Outrageous?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>For many, especially in this day and age of cutting costs, R199 is quite an expense for something that you can do yourself.&nbsp;Should you choose the On-Road PROTECT, which comprises of the&nbsp;R95&nbsp;monthly fee, you will also be able to renew five different licenses. &nbsp;This works out to R1 140 per year.&nbsp;The average car&#8217;s license costs around R276 to R303, depending on the weight and you will wait for an average of 1.5 hours to renew the license. This naturally depends on where you are, with some departments being quicker than others.&nbsp;There are various services that offer to do the renewal for you for a fee.&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Don&#8217;tQ<\/a>, for example, who are based in Johannesburg, charge a fee of R285 to do the renewal for you. Should you need it to be delivered, however, that will be an extra R95.&nbsp;Bearing in mind, is the FNB app then outrageous?&nbsp;We contacted some courier services to find out just how much an envelope size package would cost to be couriered within the same town.&nbsp;DHL Express quoted R285.63 should the package be delivered from Cape Town City Center to Claremont. Postnet offers courier services of up to 5kgs, delivered in 2-3 days for R99.&nbsp;Postnet offers courier services of up to 5kgs, delivered in 2-3 days for R99.&nbsp;So, the question is, is this really excessive for a quick and easy service?&nbsp;Will other banks follow suit? And will they make the fees lower than the FNB?<\/p><div class=\"advads-content\" id=\"advads-2504791876\"><div style=\"width: 300px; padding: 20px; margin: 0 auto; border: 1px solid #ddd; border-radius: 8px; background-color: #f9f9f9; text-align: center; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;\">\r\n    <p style=\"font-size: 16px; margin: 0 0 10px;\">Need Information or Confused about Something ? <\/p>\r\n    <a href=\"https:\/\/onlineapplications.co.za\/ask\/\" style=\"display: inline-block; padding: 10px 20px; background-color: #007BFF; color: #fff; text-decoration: none; border-radius: 4px; transition: background-color 0.3s;\">Ask a Question<\/a>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div><div class=\"advads-btf\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;margin-bottom: 20px;\" id=\"advads-1157357631\"><script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-9198760278752355\"\n     crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script>\n<!-- Responsive ads btf -->\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\n     style=\"display:block\"\n     data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-9198760278752355\"\n     data-ad-slot=\"5513273173\"\n     data-ad-format=\"auto\"\n     data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script>\n     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\n<\/script><\/div>\n<div class=\"advads-cpc\" id=\"advads-4036866671\"><p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>Sponsored Guide<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>Complete Guide to NSFAS Online Loan Application for South African Students (2025)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>If you are a South African student looking to pursue higher education but are facing financial difficulties, the <strong>National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS)<\/strong> is one of the most accessible funding options available. NSFAS provides financial aid in the form of <strong>bursaries and loans<\/strong> to qualifying students at public universities and TVET colleges in South Africa.<\/p>\n<p>This guide will walk you through <strong>everything you need to know about the NSFAS loan application process<\/strong>, from eligibility requirements to application steps and frequently asked questions.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83d\udccc What is NSFAS?<\/h2>\n<p>The <strong>National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS)<\/strong> is a government-funded financial aid scheme aimed at helping students from low- and middle-income households to access tertiary education without the burden of upfront fees.<\/p>\n<p>NSFAS <strong>offers both bursaries and income-contingent loans<\/strong>:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Bursaries<\/strong>: For eligible students who meet academic and household income criteria (especially for TVET and university students).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Loans<\/strong>: For students who do not meet all bursary criteria or who are pursuing postgraduate qualifications not funded under bursary schemes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\u2705 Who Qualifies for an NSFAS Loan?<\/h2>\n<p>To qualify for an NSFAS loan (especially for postgraduate students or programs not funded under the bursary system), you must:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Be a <strong>South African citizen<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Be <strong>financially needy<\/strong>, with a household income of <strong>less than R350,000 per year<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Have a <strong>valid South African ID<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Be <strong>enrolled or accepted<\/strong> to study at a <strong>public university or TVET college<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Not be funded through another bursary program that covers all expenses.<\/li>\n<li>Maintain satisfactory <strong>academic progress<\/strong> (returning students).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83d\udcda Courses Funded by NSFAS<\/h2>\n<p>NSFAS primarily funds <strong>undergraduate qualifications<\/strong>, but certain <strong>postgraduate programs (e.g., PGCE, postgraduate diplomas in education, and professional courses like LLB)<\/strong> may be considered under the <strong>NSFAS loan scheme<\/strong>, not bursaries.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re studying:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Undergraduate degree or diploma<\/strong>: You are likely eligible for a full NSFAS bursary.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Postgraduate study<\/strong>: You may qualify for a loan, depending on the course and funding availability.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83d\udcc4 Required Documents for NSFAS Application<\/h2>\n<p>When applying, make sure you have the following documents scanned and ready:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Certified copy of your South African ID or Smart Card<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Parent(s) or guardian(s) ID documents<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Proof of income<\/strong> (latest payslips, UIF, or affidavit if unemployed).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Consent Form<\/strong> signed by your parent(s)\/guardian(s) to allow NSFAS to verify income.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Proof of registration or acceptance at a public institution<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Academic transcripts<\/strong> (for continuing or postgraduate students).<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83d\udda5\ufe0f How to Apply for an NSFAS Loan Online<\/h2>\n<h3>Step-by-Step NSFAS Online Application Process (2025)<\/h3>\n<ol>\n<li>\n<h3><strong>Visit the NSFAS Website<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Go to: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nsfas.org.za\/\">https:\/\/www.nsfas.org.za<\/a><\/li>\n<li>\n<h3><strong>Create an Account<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Click on <strong>\u201cMyNSFAS\u201d<\/strong> and register your profile.<\/li>\n<li>You\u2019ll need a <strong>valid email address<\/strong> and <strong>South African cellphone number<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Choose a strong password and verify your account via email or SMS.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<h3><strong>Login and Start the Application<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>After registration, log in to your <strong>MyNSFAS<\/strong> account.<\/li>\n<li>Click on <strong>\u201cApply\u201d<\/strong> to begin a new application.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<h3><strong>Fill in Your Personal Details<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Input your <strong>ID number<\/strong>, name, surname, and other details exactly as they appear on your ID.<\/li>\n<li>Provide <strong>household income information<\/strong> and living arrangements.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<h3><strong>Upload Required Documents<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Upload all supporting documents in <strong>PDF or JPEG format<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Each document must be clear and under the size limit specified.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<h3><strong>Submit Your Application<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Review your application for accuracy.<\/li>\n<li>Click <strong>\u201cSubmit\u201d<\/strong> and wait for a confirmation message.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<h3><strong>Track Your Application<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Log in regularly to check your application status.<\/li>\n<li>You will be notified via SMS and email at each stage of the process.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83d\uddd3\ufe0f Important NSFAS Dates (2025)<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Application Opening Date<\/strong>: September 1, 2025<\/li>\n<li><strong>Application Deadline<\/strong>: January 31, 2026<\/li>\n<li><strong>Appeals Period<\/strong>: February 2026 (if rejected)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Disbursement<\/strong>: After registration and approval<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><em>Note: Dates are subject to change; always confirm on the official NSFAS website.<\/em><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83d\udcb8 What Does the NSFAS Loan Cover?<\/h2>\n<p>NSFAS funding typically includes:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Tuition fees<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Registration fees<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Accommodation (if living away from home)<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Meals and transport<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Learning materials (e.g., textbooks)<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>For <strong>loans<\/strong>, repayment is only required <strong>once you start working and earn above a threshold<\/strong> (around R30,000 annually, but subject to change).<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83d\udd04 NSFAS Loan Repayment<\/h2>\n<p>Repayments are:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Income-contingent<\/strong> \u2013 you only repay when you can afford to.<\/li>\n<li>Administered by <strong>DHET (Department of Higher Education and Training)<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Interest-bearing<\/strong>, but interest rates are low and favorable.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>You can also apply for a <strong>partial loan conversion to a bursary<\/strong> if you perform well academically.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83d\udd01 How to Appeal a Rejected NSFAS Application<\/h2>\n<p>If your application is rejected, you may submit an appeal via your MyNSFAS portal:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Log into your MyNSFAS account.<\/li>\n<li>Click on <strong>\u201cTrack Funding Progress\u201d<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>If rejected, click on <strong>\u201cSubmit Appeal\u201d<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Upload any missing or corrected documents.<\/li>\n<li>Provide a clear explanation or motivation.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83d\udcf1 NSFAS Contact Information<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Website<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nsfas.org.za\/\">https:\/\/www.nsfas.org.za<\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong>Email<\/strong>: <a href=\"mailto:info@nsfas.org.za\">info@nsfas.org.za<\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong>Toll-Free Number<\/strong>: 08000 67327 (Monday\u2013Friday, 8 AM\u20135 PM)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Twitter<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/myNSFAS\">@myNSFAS<\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong>Facebook<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/myNSFAS\">NSFAS<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83d\udcdd Final Tips Before Applying<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Apply <strong>early<\/strong> to avoid system overload near the deadline.<\/li>\n<li>Use <strong>your own email and cellphone number<\/strong> (do not use someone else\u2019s).<\/li>\n<li>Double-check that all your documents are <strong>certified and legible<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Keep a <strong>copy of your submission confirmation<\/strong> for reference.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<p>By following this guide, you can confidently apply for NSFAS funding and move one step closer to achieving your academic and career dreams\u2014without the burden of immediate financial pressure.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>FNB has once again disrupted the industry with one of the most innovative additions to hit&nbsp;banks across SA.&nbsp;From this week, you can now renew your vehicle license on the FNB app, and the whole process is as easy as ABC.&nbsp;Part of a full platform called nav&gt;&gt; Car, this smart online tool provides several handy tools\u2026 <span class=\"read-more\"><a href=\"https:\/\/uni1.co.za\/articles\/can-i-renew-my-drivers-license-at-fnb\/\">Read More 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