{"id":283,"date":"2019-04-26T15:49:13","date_gmt":"2019-04-26T15:49:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gometa.co.za\/info\/?p=283"},"modified":"2019-04-26T15:49:13","modified_gmt":"2019-04-26T15:49:13","slug":"how-do-i-apply-for-sassa","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/uni1.co.za\/articles\/how-do-i-apply-for-sassa\/","title":{"rendered":"How do I apply for Sassa?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"advads-atf\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;margin-bottom: 20px;\" id=\"advads-4193314411\"><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>You should apply at the SASSA office nearest to where you live. If you are too old or too sick to apply for the grant at the office you may have a friend or family member apply on your behalf. You can also arrange for a home visit, although you may wait a while for this.<\/p>\n\n\n<p>The application forms must be completed in the presence of a SASSA officer. When you hand in your application you will be given a receipt as proof of application. The application is&nbsp;<strong>free<\/strong>. You will receive written notification if your application is denied. You have the right to ask for reconsideration and you can also lodge an appeal within 90 days.<\/p>\n\n\n<p>Applicants must provide proof of identity. If you do not have a 13-digit bar coded Identity Book or birth certificate for children, you may provide alternative documentation as proof of identity. Contact your nearest SASSA office to find out which alternative documents are accepted.<\/p>\n\n\n<p>Other documents required for application: If married, provide ID of your spouse and proof of spousal relationship (marriage certificate, divorce order, a sworn statement, or spouse\u2019s death certificate). Sworn statement or affidavit stating the income and assets of yourself and your spouse. Supporting documents to prove your income and assets. You must also provide proof of the income of dependent children.<\/p>\n\n\n<p>The application process takes up to 90 days and your first payment will include back-pay for the time you wait to receive the grant. This is calculated from the first day of application.<\/p>\n\n\n<p>Note: When affidavits are required, SASSA will provide the affidavits to be completed.<\/p>\n\n\n<p><strong>Your SASSA card<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n<p>If your grant application is successful you will receive a SASSA card and a bank account where your money will be deposited each month. This card is associated with MasterCard and can be used as a debit card and you can either use it to make purchases, check your balance or withdraw cash at till points wherever MasterCard is accepted without incurring any transaction costs. You can also withdraw money with your card at ATMs, but you will be charged transaction charges. You and other people can also deposit money into this account.<\/p>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">More Information on SASSA<\/h3>\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/uni1.co.za\/articles\/articles\/apply-for-the-unemployment-grant-of-r350\/\">Apply for the Unemployment Grant of R350.<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/uni1.co.za\/articles\/articles\/check-unemployment-grant-status\/\">Check Unemployment grant status<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/uni1.co.za\/articles\/articles\/sassa-grants\/\">sassa&nbsp;<\/a><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/uni1.co.za\/articles\/articles\/sassa-grants\/\">grants<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/uni1.co.za\/articles\/articles\/sassa-offices\/\">sassa&nbsp;<\/a><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/uni1.co.za\/articles\/articles\/sassa-offices\/\">offices<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/uni1.co.za\/articles\/articles\/sassa-grant-enquiries\/\">sassa&nbsp;<\/a><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/uni1.co.za\/articles\/articles\/sassa-grant-enquiries\/\">grant enquiries<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/uni1.co.za\/articles\/articles\/sassa-contact-details\/\">sassa&nbsp;<\/a><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/uni1.co.za\/articles\/articles\/sassa-contact-details\/\">contact details<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/uni1.co.za\/articles\/web\/search?q=sassa\">sassa&nbsp;<\/a><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/uni1.co.za\/articles\/web\/search?q=sassa\">news today<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/uni1.co.za\/articles\/articles\/sassa-payment-dates\/\">sassa&nbsp;<\/a><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/uni1.co.za\/articles\/articles\/sassa-payment-dates\/\">payment dates<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/uni1.co.za\/articles\/articles\/sassa-payment-dates\/\">sassa&nbsp;<\/a><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/uni1.co.za\/articles\/articles\/sassa-payment-dates\/\">payment for january<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n<p><strong>SASSA Hotline<\/strong>&nbsp;0800 601 011<\/p>\n\n\n<p><strong>SASSA offices Western Cape<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n<p>Email address:&nbsp;GrantsEnquiriesWC&nbsp;[at]&nbsp;sassa.gov.za<\/p>\n\n\n<p>Regional Office<br \/>Physical Address: Golden Acre Adderly Street, Cape Town<br \/>Postal Address: Private Bag, X9189, Cape Town, 8000<br \/>Telephone: (021) 469 0200<\/p>\n\n\n<p>Caledon<br \/>Physical Address: Melofin Building C\/O Birfwood Street and Klipfontein, Athlone, 7760<br \/>Postal Address: 10 Plein Street, Caledon, 7234<br \/>Telephone: (028) 214 3000<\/p>\n\n\n<p>Cape Town<br \/>Physical Address: 48 Queen Victoria Street, 8000<br \/>Postal Address: P.O. Box 131, Cape Town, 8000<br \/>Telephone: (021) 481 9700<\/p>\n\n\n<p>Eerste River<br \/>Physical Address: 42 Main Road, Eerste River, 7100<br \/>Postal Address: Private Bag X1<br \/>Telephone: (021) 904 1021<\/p>\n\n\n<p>George<br \/>Physical Address: Rentzburghof, 42 Courtney Street, George, 7100<br \/>Postal Address: Private Bag, X6508<br \/>Telephone: (044) 801 4300<\/p>\n\n\n<p>Gugulethu<br \/>Physical Address: C\/O Bishops Court and Fezeka, Gugulethu, 7760<br \/>Postal Address: Private Bag, X11, Athlone, 7760<br \/>Telephone: (021) 638 5151\/2\/3\/4<\/p>\n\n\n<p>Khayelitsha<br \/>Physical Address: Julius Tsolo Street, Khayelitsha (near station)<br \/>Postal Address: Private Bag, X001<br \/>Telephone: (021) 364 1330<\/p>\n\n\n<p>Mitchell\u2019s Plain<br \/>Physical Address: 45 Alpha Street, Wespoort Park, Mitchell Plain<br \/>Postal Address: Private Bag, X10<br \/>Telephone: (021) 370 4800<\/p>\n\n\n<p>For other information regarding social grants visit the&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.sassa.gov.za\/\">SASSA website<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n<p>Also see the social benefits section on the&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.services.gov.za\/services\/content\/Home\/ServicesForPeople\/Socialbenefits\/en_ZA\">government services website<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n<p>To find SASSA offices outside of the Western Cape,&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.sassa.gov.za\/OFFICES\/SASSA-SERVICE-CENTRES-657.aspx\">look at this page<\/a>&nbsp;or call the SASSA hotline.<\/p><div class=\"advads-content\" id=\"advads-2713869220\"><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-3590120725\"><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-3351130932\"><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>You should apply at the SASSA office nearest to where you live. 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