NSFAS Supporting Documents 2026-2027

NSFAS Supporting Documents 2026-2027

The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) helps many South African students who can’t afford to pay for university or college on their own. To apply for this financial aid, students need to submit a set of important documents. These supporting documents help NSFAS check who qualifies for the funding based on how much money the family earns and how well the student is doing in school.

When applying, students are usually asked to provide documents such as a certified copy of their ID, their parent or guardian’s proof of income (or an affidavit if there’s no income), recent school results, and sometimes proof of where they live. These documents allow NSFAS to make sure the help goes to students who truly need it and who are working hard in their studies.

Without these documents, the application cannot move forward, so it’s very important that everything is submitted correctly and on time. Submitting all the right documents not only speeds up the process but also increases the student’s chances of getting approved for funding. For many young people in South Africa, NSFAS has opened the door to higher education, turning dreams into reality. So, being prepared with the right documents is a key step in accessing the opportunities that come with a good education.

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List of NSFAS Supporting Documents for 2026-2027

The process of electronically submitting these needed documents to NSFAS through their online application portal or another defined means for document submission is referred to as NSFAS upload documents. The National Student Financial Aid Scheme relies heavily on supporting documents to determine your financial assistance eligibility.

Academic Documents

Matric Certificate:

• A certified copy of your National Senior Certificate (NSC) or Grade 12 results is required.
• Provide your undergraduate qualification certificate if you are seeking postgraduate courses.

Acceptance Letter from University or College:

• Make sure you have a copy of your acceptance letter from the school where you plan to study in the 2026-2027 academic year.

Academic Transcripts:

• If you have already begun your studies, include transcripts of your past academic achievements.

Financial Documents

Proof of Banking Details:

• Provide a valid bank account in your name.
• Include a certified bank statement or letter from your bank confirming your account details.

Parent/Guardian Proof of Income:

• If your parents or guardians are contributing to your education costs, they should provide proof of their income.
• This may include payslips, bank statements, or tax returns.

Personal Documents:

South African identity card or birth certificate:

• You will need a South African ID or a birth certificate to verify your citizenship.
• If you are not a South African citizen, you must have a valid passport as well as study permission.

Evidence of Household Income:

• Prepare documentation that shows your household’s income, including your parents or guardians.
• Paystubs, bank statements, and affidavits are examples of such documents.

Marriage License or Divorce Decree (where applicable):

• Provide your marriage certificate if you are married. Include the divorce decree if you are divorcing.

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Other documents that may be required, if applicable:

• Retrenchment letter
• Death certificate/s
• Divorce Decree
• Proof of legal guardianship
• Marriage certificate
• Other documents may be required for appeal purposes, eg, retrenchment letter

How To Upload NSFAS Supporting Documents 2026-2027

Follow the detailed steps below to upload NSFAS documents for the 2026-2027 academic year.

• Visit the official website of NSFAS at www.nsfas.org.za
• Create a myNSFAS account
• Click on the ‘APPLY’ tab and complete the sections on the screen
• Click on ‘Submit’.

NSFAS Contact Details

NSFAS Virtual Contact Centre

We are available to assist through the following channels:

• Email: info@nsfas.org.za
• Facebook: National Student Financial Aid Scheme
• Twitter: @myNSFAS
• Instagram: @myNSFAS
• WhatsApp: +27 78 519 8006
• USSD:*120*67327#

These supporting documents are required for NSFAS to establish an applicant’s eligibility for financial assistance and the amount of help they may receive. To simplify the application process and improve their chances of getting the financial aid they require for their study, applicants must ensure that all necessary documents are accurate, up-to-date, and submitted on time. Visit the official NSFAS website for more information.

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