{"id":1499,"date":"2024-01-02T11:04:41","date_gmt":"2024-01-02T11:04:41","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/bursary24.com\/?p=1499"},"modified":"2024-01-02T11:04:41","modified_gmt":"2024-01-02T11:04:41","slug":"nsfas-sbux-work","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/uni1.co.za\/articles\/nsfas-sbux-work\/","title":{"rendered":"How does nsfas sbux work"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2>How does nsfas sbux work<\/h2>\n<div class=\"advads-atf\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;margin-bottom: 20px;\" id=\"advads-1764485682\"><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><strong>How does nsfas sbux work : sBux<\/strong> is the new cellphone payment system \u2013 developed by Celbux \u2013 which NSFAS uses to pay allowances to students who qualify for an FSFAS bursary. sBux issues NSFAS allowances (in the form of\u00a0cellphone vouchers)\u00a0to students on their cellphones for the payment of food, accommodation, books and travel. These vouchers can ONLY be used at sBux registered merchants.<\/p>\n<p><strong>How safe is the sBux system?<\/strong><br \/>\nVery! The sBux system is hosted on the Google app platform and all payments are supported by NSFAS.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What can I purchase on the site with my sBux Vouchers?<\/strong><br \/>\nStudents are able to purchase their academic or prescribed books.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Can my cart contain sBux as well as non-sBux items in the same transaction?<\/strong><br \/>\nYes absolutely, you can fill your cart with anything you like, however the sBux Voucher may be used as a payment method ONLY for eligible sBux items. There are 2 steps to this process. The sBux transaction will be handled first, followed directly by the transaction for the remaining cart items.<\/p>\n<p>Please note:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>On the Checkout Details page, sBux needs to be selected as the payment option even when a split payment is required.<\/li>\n<li>Only the sBux eligible item\/s will be included in the sBux transaction.<\/li>\n<li>For the remaining items, the customer will be directed to conclude the transaction using an immediate payment option i.e. either a Credit card, Debit card or Instant EFT.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>How do I obtain an sBux voucher?<\/strong><br \/>\nStudents can simply follow these steps:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Dial the short code *133*798#\u2028 from your cellphone.<\/li>\n<li>Enter your password<\/li>\n<li>Click Send<\/li>\n<li>Select option 1. Cash Voucher and click Send<\/li>\n<li>Enter amount and click Send<\/li>\n<li>You\u2019ll receive an SMS with cash voucher number<\/li>\n<li>This voucher number can be used for the purchase.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Please call the NSFAS Contact Centre <strong>0860 067 327<\/strong> for all matters relating to sBux voucher creation and usage.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What is an eligible sBux product?<\/strong><br \/>\nFor phase 1 of this offering, only prescribed\/academic books, selected laptops and tablets will be eligible.<\/p>\n<p><strong>How long will the voucher remain valid?<\/strong><br \/>\nThe NSFAS via Celbux will control the validity of the voucher. takealot.com simply validates whether the voucher is still redeemable. Hence, a student would need to confirm this with NSFAS.<\/p>\n<p><strong>How can I use my sBux Voucher on the takealot website?<\/strong><br \/>\nDuring checkout, a specific voucher field for sBux vouchers will be available. Here you can enter your sBux Voucher code and redeem it as payment.<\/p>\n<p><strong>The sBux Voucher is being rejected on the website. Help!<\/strong><br \/>\nWhen entering the sBux Voucher code, be sure to capture the numbers correctly. Added spaces and dashes between the numbers should not matter. If you\u2019re still having problems, it means you may not have sufficient funds.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Can I use an sBux Voucher as payment for other products on takealot.com?<\/strong><br \/>\nNo, sBux Vouchers can only be used to purchase eligible products approved by Celbux.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Can a takealot.com voucher be used in the same transaction as the sBux voucher?<\/strong><br \/>\nYes. The takealot.com discount will be applied to the order first, with the remaining balance being the portion that will be taken from your sBux account.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Why can\u2019t I select the sBux payment option even though a book from Unisa or Academic categories has been selected?<\/strong><br \/>\nThis is because the items are not regarded as academic or prescribed books. The sBux payment option will be enabled for selection ONLY for items that have been flagged as eligible.<\/p>\n<p><strong>takealot.com does not regard my prescribed book as an academic\/prescribed one OR I cannot find my prescribed book. What can I do about this?<\/strong><br \/>\nDon\u2019t panic! Just pop us an email: info@takealot.com and we\u2019ll work our magic.<\/p>\n<p><strong>If I decide to split payment, but the cash portion of the transaction fails, what will happen to the redeemed sBux voucher on that order?<\/strong><br \/>\nIf this occurs, please contact sBux Customer Service on\u00a0<strong>0860 067 327<\/strong>\u00a0immediately to request a reversal of the sBux voucher.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Can I complete a purchase where the value of the sBux item\/s exceeds the value of the sBux voucher?<\/strong><br \/>\nNo \u2013 you\u2019ll see a screen message indicating that there are insufficient funds in your sBux account.<\/p>\n<p><strong>If I order the wrong product by mistake, can I cancel the item and request the correct one?<\/strong><br \/>\nYes of course. You\u2019ll have to return the items first, after which a new order will be placed for the new item. There are 2 ways in which this can be done.<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>If the item\/s has already been shipped, you\u2019ll be able to request a refund via our website.<\/li>\n<li>If the order is in any other order status e.g. \u2018In process, \u2018Ready to Ship\u201d, you can call our Customer Services team to request the exchange or replacement.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><strong>Can I cancel an sBux-paid order?<\/strong><br \/>\nYes this may be requested, however the you\u2019ll only be able to request the cancellation\/return via the website once the item is in a \u2018Shipped\u2019 status. If you want to cancel the item\/s that have not yet shipped then you\u2019ll need to contact our Customer Services team on<strong>\u00a0info@takealot.com<\/strong> for this request.<br \/>\nNote: In the event of a return where multiple items were purchased with an sBux voucher, the sBux account of the student will receive a chargeback for only those item\/s being returned.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What happens to an sBux refund where a takealot.com discount voucher has been applied?<\/strong><br \/>\nYour sBux account will only be refunded with the amount that was charged for the transaction, or the item within a transaction.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Can I request a refund of all items in the order where it is mixed cart \u2013 both sBux and non-sBux items?<\/strong><br \/>\nYes this is possible. Your sBux account will be credited only with the returned sBux items, and the return of the non-sBux item\/s will be handled in the standard takealot.com manner.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Can I request that my takealot.com account be credited with the returning sBux item amount?<\/strong><br \/>\nNo, this won\u2019t be allowed. The Merchant terms provided by NSFAS dictates that takealot.com may not provide credit in any form, to the student. Note: In the event of a return where multiple items were purchased with an sBux voucher, the sBux account of the student will receive a chargeback for only those item\/s being returned.<\/p>\n<p><strong>How will I know that the sBux refund has been successful?<\/strong><br \/>\nYou\u2019ll receive an SMS indicating the amount that has been refunded to your sBux account. This amount should be equivalent to what was taken for the item\/s from the account. The SMS will include a new voucher number which will include the new balance.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Why is the Shipping fee added to the sBux portion of the transaction?<\/strong><br \/>\nIf you selects a value-added shipping option e.g. same day or weekend delivery, this fee will be included in the sBux transaction whether the cart contains only sBux items or is a mixed cart. This is in accordance with takealot.com\u2019s agreement with NSFAS.<\/p><div class=\"advads-content\" id=\"advads-2807653366\"><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-4011338732\"><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-1236776883\"><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>How does nsfas sbux work How does nsfas sbux work : sBux is the new cellphone payment system \u2013 developed by Celbux \u2013 which NSFAS uses to pay allowances to students who qualify for an FSFAS bursary. sBux issues NSFAS allowances (in the form of\u00a0cellphone vouchers)\u00a0to students on their cellphones for the payment of food,\u2026 <span class=\"read-more\"><a href=\"https:\/\/uni1.co.za\/articles\/nsfas-sbux-work\/\">Read More 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