{"id":8007,"date":"2024-02-23T21:19:33","date_gmt":"2024-02-23T21:19:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/collegeguide.co.za\/?page_id=8007"},"modified":"2024-02-23T21:19:33","modified_gmt":"2024-02-23T21:19:33","slug":"how-do-i-get-a-cipc-lockdown-permit","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/uni1.co.za\/articles\/how-do-i-get-a-cipc-lockdown-permit\/","title":{"rendered":"How do I get a CIPC lockdown permit?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"advads-atf\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;margin-bottom: 20px;\" id=\"advads-3353339641\"><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>The process of getting a permit during South Africa\u2019s national lockdown is straightforward and involves minimal red tape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We offer a step-by-step guide, along with answers to some&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.theworkspace.co.za\/blog\/how-to-get-lockdown-permits-for-business-operation-and-travel\/#_Frequently_asked_questions\">frequently asked questions<\/a>&nbsp;about lockdown permits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Types of lockdown permits<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Depending on the current lockdown level in your region, you might require:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>an&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.theworkspace.co.za\/blog\/how-to-get-lockdown-permits-for-business-operation-and-travel\/#_Steps_for_getting\">essential services permit<\/a>&nbsp;so your business can operate and\/or<\/li><li>an&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.theworkspace.co.za\/blog\/how-to-get-lockdown-permits-for-business-operation-and-travel\/#_Employee_travel_permits\">employee travel permit<\/a>, so you or an employee can travel across provincial boundaries.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Under lockdown level 3, for example, a permit is still required for interprovincial travel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Steps for getting an essential services permit<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Please note that before you follow the steps below, your business must be registered with the Department of Trade &amp; Industry. You\u2019ll need your business registration number to complete your application.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If your company is not registered with the Department of Trade &amp; Industry, skip ahead to our FAQ section below to find out what you need to do.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 1 \u2013 determine if you are permitted to operate under the current lockdown level<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Before you apply for a permit to operate during the national lockdown, check whether your business is permitted to operate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can do this using the&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cogta.gov.za\/cgta_2016\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Risk-Adjusted-Strategy-Regulations-Gazetted-COGTA_compressed.pdf\">lockdown regulations gazette<\/a>. Alternatively, check the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bizportal.gov.za\/files\/regulations_amendments.pdf\">latest amendments to the regulations<\/a>, where you can browse permitted industries for each alert level.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It may take a bit of online research to figure out how your business has been categorised.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some of the categories are less than obvious, or rather vague. For example, architects currently fall under \u2018Professional services\u2019 in the category \u2018Financial and business services\u2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can\u2019t skip this step, unfortunately. You\u2019ll be asked to submit your business category when you apply for your permit online.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 2 \u2013 Visit the government business portal<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The next step is to head to the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/bizportal.gov.za\/essential_service.aspx\">Department of Trade &amp; Industry\u2019s business portal<\/a>. This provides a list of eligible industries, as well as links to the latest relevant lockdown regulations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Using this page, you can apply for a new permit certificate, edit an existing application or download your permit certificate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A first-time application you will want to click on the New Application option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 3 \u2013 Search for your business<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you have hit the application button you will be asked to run a search for your business.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is where you will need to have your business registration number. Either of the two commonly used business registration number formats will work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Type in the number and hit the search button.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 4 \u2013 Submit your details<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If your business is registered on the website database, your business details will be displayed after the search is completed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You\u2019ll also be provided with fields requesting more information about you and your business.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>the category your business falls under<\/li><li>whether or not your business trades under a different name to its registered name<\/li><li>the number of employees who you will require to conduct work outside their homes during the lockdown<\/li><li>the ID number for your company\u2019s primary contact person<\/li><li>the contact person\u2019s first name and surname<\/li><li>the contact person\u2019s email address<\/li><li>the contact person\u2019s cellphone number<\/li><li>the ID number of the registered director of your company.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Please note that it\u2019s a criminal offense to supply incorrect information knowingly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you\u2019ve filled in all of the required fields, click the Continue button.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 5 \u2013 Download your certificate<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you click Continue, you\u2019ll be taken to a page informing you that your certificate is being mailed to you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You will also be provided with your enterprise numbers and a link to the certificate download location.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To download your certificate immediately, click the download link.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This will take you to a page where you\u2019ll be asked to enter your enterprise\/company registration numbers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Enter your number, click the Download button and your certificate will open in your browser. You can then choose the option to save the certificate as a PDF file.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Employee travel permits<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You now have a certificate stating that your business is an essential or permitted business under the current lockdown level.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, any employee who will be commuting to, and working at, your place of business will require a separate permit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This permit is not generated by the government. Instead, it\u2019s up to the employer to create this permit, using a template provided by the government.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The template for the permit is available on page 29 of the most recent government gazette for the Disaster Management Act. You can find it&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/bizportal.gov.za\/files\/regulations_amendments.pdf\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The required information on the form is self-explanatory. You\u2019ll need to identify the company\u2019s director and details of the employee who will be using the permit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You also need to provide a company stamp or logo on the permit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>An employee should print the form and keep it and their personal ID with them when travelling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This applies to all travel under lockdown level 4, and to travel across interprovincial borders in less restrictive lockdown levels (from 3 down).<\/p><div class=\"advads-content\" id=\"advads-4102921613\"><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-1307954705\"><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-2369542846\"><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>The process of getting a permit during South Africa\u2019s national lockdown is straightforward and involves minimal red tape. We offer a step-by-step guide, along with answers to some&nbsp;frequently asked questions&nbsp;about lockdown permits. Types of lockdown permits Depending on the current lockdown level in your region, you might require: an&nbsp;essential services permit&nbsp;so your business can operate\u2026 <span class=\"read-more\"><a href=\"https:\/\/uni1.co.za\/articles\/how-do-i-get-a-cipc-lockdown-permit\/\">Read More &raquo;<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-8007","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/uni1.co.za\/articles\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/8007","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/uni1.co.za\/articles\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/uni1.co.za\/articles\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/uni1.co.za\/articles\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/uni1.co.za\/articles\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=8007"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/uni1.co.za\/articles\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/8007\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/uni1.co.za\/articles\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=8007"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}