How To Appeal NSFAS Application For 2026

You can now appeal your NSFAS application decision if your application has been rejected either this year or in previous years. For all current and former students, the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) has opened an appeals portal. Detailed instructions on how to appeal your NSFAS application for the 2026 academic year are provided in this post.

If you are not happy with the outcome of your NSFAS 2026 application, then this is the time to appeal and get positive results

Who can apply

You can appeal your NSFAS application if:

Your application was rejected.
You believe there was an error in the processing of your application.
You have new information that could affect your application outcome.

When can you submit an appeal?

The opening date for NSFAS appeals usually coincides with the rejection notification you receive. You have 30 days from the date of your application outcome to submit a formal appeal. Missing this deadline will unfortunately render your appeal invalid.

Deadlines for submitting an NSFAS appeal for 2026:

It is essential that you file your appeal within 30 days of receiving the results of your application.

How to Appeal NSFAS 2026 Application Decision

Follow the processes listed below to appeal your NSFAS 2026 application decision.

Visit the NSFAS application portal.
Select and click on the “Appeal” option.
Complete the form online.
Submit within 30 days from the day of rejection

NSFAS contact details

Telephone: 0800 023 456
Email: info@nsfas.org.za
Postal Address: Private Bag X1, Plumstead, 7801

For more information, click on the link: https://www.nsfas.org.za/content/appeals.html

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