NSFAS has funded several needy students through their tertiary education over the years. They have supported several people to attain their aspirations in the country. Apart from paying the tuition fees and accommodation for their various applicants who are approved, they have also paid allowances to the beneficiaries who have used to help themselves throughout the schooling and also to get essential supplies and food during the academic year.

Although the money that is being paid to their beneficiaries is not an ideal amount, NSFAS gives according to their estimated expenses that they believe students will make through their academic year. It’s based on very austere living so bear with them.

The money is sent to your wallet, and each time you use some of the money it reduces. So it’s good to check your balance regularly. With the incoming NSFAS card, you can also check your balance regularly too.

Steps to Check Your NSFAS Wallet Ballance

There are two ways to check your balance. One involves doing it through the USSD on your phone and the other involves using online means. To view your NSFAS Wallet cash balance (and transactions), kindly follow the steps listed below:

On your cellphone:

  • Dial short code *120*176#
  • Enter your password
  • Click Send
  • Select option 2. Query
  • View cash balance and transactions

On the internet (online):

Students must ensure they have access to the cellphone number provided to NSFAS when applying for funding. This is because that number will be used to deposit their funds.

How Much Is NSFAS Allowances For 2022/2023 Monthly?

NSFAS gives students allowances on a monthly basis. This means NSFAS will send all students who are funded by the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) their allowances each month.

You should read How Much Will NSFAS Give Students Per Month to know the amount of money you’ll get as monthly allowances from NSFAS.

Use your NSFAS wallet to buy goods at Shoprite, Usave, Checkers, SPAR, Choppies, Pick n Pay, Van Schaik, Nando’s, Romans Pizza, McDonald’s, Burger King, Spur, Hungry Lion, Debonairs, RocoMamas and John Dory’s