How to pay Unisa application fee using the capitec app

Paying your application fee is one of the most important steps in your application process. There are various methods you can use to pay your Unisa application fee, In this blog post, I will walk you through a simple and convenient method of paying your UNISA application fee using the Capitec app. Let's get started.

HOW TO PAY UNISA APPLICATION FEE USING THE CAPITEC APP

Using the Capitec app to pay your Unisa application fee is one of the easiest ways to finalise your application. This non-refundable fee must be paid before the closing date of applications. Below are easy steps to pay Unisa application fee using the Capitec app.

Easy steps to pay your Unisa application fee using the Capitec app

1. Open the Capitec app and sign in to your account.
2. Tap on the "Pay Beneficiary" tab.
3. Tap on the "Add Beneficiary" tab
4. Tap on the "Bank account" tab
5. Tap on the "Unisa Study Fees" tab
6. Tap on the "Pay Now" tab
7. Confirm the payment

1. Open the Capitec app and sign in to your account.

Sign in to your Capitec account using your four or five confidential digit pin. If you don't have the Capitec account, you can ask a family member to pay the Unisa application fee on your behalf.

      2. Tap on the "Pay beneficiary" tab.

After tapping on the Pay Beneficiary tab, you will be taken to a page where you will see a list of beneficiaries you have recently paid. Tab on the "Add Beneficiary" tab.

     3. Add Beneficiary 

Thereafter you will see 3 options to pay the beneficiary. That is "Capitec Cellphone", "Capitec Registered" or "Bank account". Tab on the "Bank Account" tab.

     4. Tap on "Bank account" tab

After tapping on the Bank account tab, you will required to type the following information; Beneficiary name, account number and bank (Unisa is banking with First National Bank) meaning that you will choose FNB.

Beneficiary Name: UNISA

Beneficiary Account number: 627 9963 0382

(Ensure you enter the correct details. Only Capitec account numbers are verified against the actual accountholder)

Beneficiary Bank: First National Bank

After selecting FNB there will be a pop up message stating that the account number is linked to the beneficiary " Unisa Study Fees" click on the tab "Unisa Study Fees"

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    5. Tap on "Unisa Study Fees" tab

After clicking on the "Unisa Study fees", you will be required to add your student number and Unisa reference number. Make sure that you leave a space between the student number and the reference number, for example: 20202020 5370810030. Thereafter click on the "Add" tab to add Unisa as your beneficiary. 

Please note that you will be required to enter your pin to confirm that you are adding Unisa to your beneficiary list. You will get a pop up notification on the app that confirms that you have successfully added Unisa to your beneficiary list.

       6. Tap on the "Pay Now" tab 

After tapping "Pay Now" choose the amount you want to pay. The Unisa application fee is currently R140, so will enter the amount of R140.00. Once more you will be given an opportunity to verify and edit your student number and reference number. Ensure that you have written your student number and reference number correctly, this is important for allocating your application fee. Click on PAY, to pay your application fee.

      7. Confirm the payment 

Tap on the "Confirm" tab, you confirm that you are paying R140.00 to Unisa using the provided student number and reference number. If you have made a mistake when typing the amount, student number or reference number you can click on the "cancel" tab and start afresh.

After tapping on the "confirm" tab there is no going back. You will get a notification both on the app and via SMS that you have successfully paid your application fee.

The application fee will reflect the next day (weekdays) if you are using the Capitec app to pay the Unisa application fee. If you have paid on weekend the fee will reflect on weekdays. To know for sure that you have successfully paid the application fee, check your admission status on the Unisa website. 

Here are some tips for paying Unisa application fee with the Capitec app:

• The Unisa student number must be 8 digits long. If your student number is 7 digits long, you need to add a 0 before the first digit.
• The amount you pay must be the same as the Unisa application fee.
• Double-check the payment details before you submit the payment.
• Keep a copy of the payment receipt for your records for future communication.

Benefits of using the Capitec to pay Unisa application fee 

• Using the Capitec app allows you to pay the UNISA application fee from the comfort of your home or wherever you have access to the internet. This convenience saves you time and effort compared to visiting a physical bank branch.
• With the app, payments can be processed quickly, and you should receive instant confirmation of the payment. This can be crucial, especially when you have deadlines to meet, ensuring your application is submitted on time.
• The Capitec app is accessible 24/7, meaning you can make the payment at any time that suits you, including weekends and public holidays. This flexibility can be beneficial, particularly if you have a busy schedule but if you pay in weekends and holidays the fee will reflect on working days
• The Capitec app is designed with security measures to protect your financial information and transactions.
• The app allows you to keep digital records of your payments, making it easier to keep track of your transactions.

Paying your UNISA application fee using the Capitec app is a convenient and secure way to complete your application. By following these simple steps, you can swiftly and efficiently settle the application fee. Remember, if you encounter any difficulties during the payment process, reach out to Capitec's customer support for assistance. Best of luck with your UNISA application.