NMU Application Fee For 2026 Application Window

Remember that the sooner you apply, the better! NMU typically begins accepting applications in April for the 2026 academic year. Submitting your application early increases your chances of acceptance into the program of your choosing. But hold on! Are you familiar with the application fees for the University of Nelson Mandela? Be the first to know about the NMU application cost for the 2026 January academic year.

Nelson Mandela University Required Application Fee For 2026

Nelson Mandela University’s (NMU) application fees vary depending on your program of study, citizenship status, and qualification level. Here’s a breakdown of the general fee categories:

South African citizens:

Undergraduate Programs: Free
Postgraduate Programs: Free
Doctoral Programs: Free

International Students:

All Programs: R500

Important Dates to Remember

Ensure your application fee is paid within the application period, as shown below

2026 Applications Open: April 1, 2025
Closing Date for 2026 Applications: September 30, 2025 (Some programs close earlier.)
Late Application Fee (applicable after September 30, 2025): R500

Read Also: NMU Online Application 2026

Methods of Paying the NMU Application Fee

Potential international applicants may choose one of these methods to pay the application fee:

Bank transfer Payment
Online credit card payments

Applicants paying by bank transfer:

The applicant who is paying via bank must deposit the required amount into the bank details provided below:

Account Name: Nelson Mandela University, Main
Bank Name: Standard Bank
Bank Address: Rink Street, Port Elizabeth, South Africa
Internet Banking Code: 051001
Account Number: 080263011
Bank Swift Code: SBZA ZAJJ
Reference: 5350 4605 & Student Name

NB: Please email a copy of the deposit slip after payment to: intfees@mandela.ac.za

Your application will not be considered if you fail to email a copy of the payment slip before the closing date

Online credit card payment:

Online credit card payments may be made via the following secured link if you have applied to Nelson Mandela University via the online process

Click to pay via the payment gateway

How to Pay Application FEE (Manual Applicants)

If you are unable to apply online, send your application form to intfees@mandela.ac.za with the subject “Process application for online payment.”. NMU will allocate a student number so you may make your payment online.

CAUTION!!!

Manual credit card payments are no longer possible due to security concerns. Please email a copy of the deposit slip to the email provided above.

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