UNISA Application Fee For 2026

UNISA Online Registration Now Open For 2026

UNISA Application Fee For 2026

The University of South Africa (UNISA) requires an application fee to cover the administrative costs associated with processing online applications. This fee is applicable to all applicants and must be paid before an application will be considered. Information about the application fee and its payment methods is usually made available in September of the year prior to the academic year for which the application is being made.

For the 2026 academic year, UNISA has released the application fee in September, as is customary. The fee details are now accessible online to prospective students, including first-time applicants. This timely release ensures that applicants are aware of the fee and can complete their applications accordingly.

Is the Unisa 2026 Application Fee Refundable?

No, the Unisa 2026 application fee is not refundable.

This means that even if your application is rejected or you decide not to study at Unisa, the application fee will not be returned. It is important to be aware of this policy before submitting your application and paying the fee.

Application fees are used to cover the administrative costs associated with processing applications.

Unisa Online Application Fee for 2026

The non-refundable application fee for online applicants is R135.00.

Who must pay the application fee:

First-time Unisa applicants only. If you have already applied to Unisa in the past and have a student number, you do not need to pay the application fee again.
New students who have not yet received a student number. A student number is only issued after paying the application fee.

Unisa Application Fee and Banking Details

Prospective first-time applicants must pay the application fee into the account details provided below:

Banking Details:(FNB)

Bank name First National Bank (FNB)
Account name Unisa Students Deposits
Account number Select Unisa on the list of pre-approved public beneficiaries
Reference (study fees): Student number, space, 5400374721 (study fees allocation number) [your 8-digit student number]
Reference (SBL fees) Student number, space, 3000774039 (SBL student fee allocation number) [your 8-digit student number]
Reference (applications): Student number, space, 5370810030 (study fees allocation number) [your 8-digit student number]

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