NSFAS guidance

Get ready to apply for NSFAS.

Prepare your personal details, household information and supporting documents before you start your NSFAS application.

What you need to apply.

Start with the basics, then prepare any forms that apply to your circumstances.

01 / PREPARE

Your ID & contact details

Have these ready
  • Your South African ID number and a clear ID copy.
  • Your own cellphone number and accessible email address.
Open myNSFAS

02 / PREPARE

Household information

Complete your application
  • Accurate parent, guardian or spouse details.
  • Their ID copies and proof of household income where requested.
Check required documents

03 / PREPARE

Signed consent form

All applicants
  • Download the current NSFAS consent form.
  • You and the relevant parent, guardian or spouse must sign.
Get the official form

04 / PREPARE

Declaration form

Applicants aged 34 or younger
  • Complete the current declaration form confirming your parent or guardian details.
  • Follow the form?s signing requirements.
View declaration guidance

05 / PREPARE

Disability documents

If applicable
  • The NSFAS Disability Annexure, completed by an appropriate qualified professional.
  • Medical reports where required by NSFAS.
View disability requirements

06 / PREPARE

Orphan or vulnerable child

If applicable
  • The relevant NSFAS declaration for applicants under 18 in these circumstances.
  • Completion by a social worker or authorised official.
View supporting forms
Upload clear, complete copies. Include every page, keep all text readable and follow the personalised document requests in your myNSFAS account.

Ready to submit?

Review your application, submit it and save your reference number. Applying directly through myNSFAS is free.

Apply on myNSFAS

Source: Official NSFAS application guide and disability guidance. Your myNSFAS checklist confirms the documents required for your application.

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