By By Staff Reporter
Summary. This article answers the following questions:
- Why do I need to register a myNSFAS account?
- Where do I go to create a myNSFAS account?
- What do I need to have with me when creating a myNSFAS account?
- What steps do I need to follow to create a myNSFAS account?
For students who need to apply for funding from the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS), there are two options. The first option is to submit the application manually at your nearest National Youth Development Agency (NYDA) or Thusong Centre. You can also apply online through the myNSFAS student portal.
The portal does not only allow you to apply for NSFAS bursary but further update your personal details, check your application progress, get your application results, and upload the relevant, supporting documents using a device such as a desktop computer.
Below is a step-by-step guide of how to register or re-register a myNSFAS account:
- Log onto my.nsfas.org.za, and select the “Create account” option to create an account.
- Fill in the following personal details as they appear on your ID: first name(s), last name, and ID number.
- Fill in your valid contact details: email address (which will be your username) and cellphone number. (NSFAS will use these email address and cellphone number to communicate important updates about your application.)
- Click on the “Read and understood T&Cs” area after filling in the above details.
- Create a password and then confirm it.
- Click on the “I am not a robot” area to complete the relevant puzzle if any.
- Click on the “Create account” button.
- Receive an One Time Pin (OTP) through SMS and type it as soon as possible.
- Answer three security questions.
Images are screenshots of myNSFAS student portal.
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My norraco Mastercard is not active and the app is not working so I cannot withdraw my allowance. Would it be possible for NSFAS to transfer my allowance into my old absa account please?
I need to lock in my student portal but I don’t know my password n username
Hi, it is best that you directly contact NSFAS. See below for its contact details and the platforms where one can reach NSFAS.
Tel: 0800 067 327/021 763 3200
Email: info@nsfas.org.za
Facebook: National Student Financial Aid Scheme
Twitter: @myNSFAS
Instagram: @myNSFAS
When speaking to one of its officials or sending a message, you should explain the challenge that you are facing.
Please let us know how everything goes.
I received my wallet funding but can’t withraw,I lodged a complaint they say I should re-register my nsfas account when I do it says it’s already registered don’t know what to do
Hi, it is best that you directly contact NSFAS. See below for its contact details and the platforms where one can reach NSFAS.
Tel: 0800 067 327/021 763 3200
Email: info@nsfas.org.za
Facebook: National Student Financial Aid Scheme
Twitter: @myNSFAS
Instagram: @myNSFAS
When speaking to one of its officials or sending a message, you should explain the challenge that you are facing.
Please let us know how everything goes.
My I have trouble unlocking my nsfas wallet account please assist.Thank you
Hi, please read the article below as it can assist you in unblocking your account.
‘How Do I Unblock (Unlock) My NSFAS Wallet Account?’ Link to the article: https://wp.me/pabUSj-LM
Please let us know how everything goes.
I never receive any sms stating that my appeal was successful or unsuccessful
Please forward us your details (name/s, surname and ID number) for us to inquire to NSFAS on your behalf.
My wallet account was locked from February until now but the responce on my cases say it is resolved, i never receive my allowances since then
Mynsfas portal
Its Been Months Now since I’ve applied for Nsfas…
Please forward us your details (name/s, surname and ID number) for us to inquire to NSFAS on your behalf.