If you are applying for NSFAS Disability Fund anytime soon, NSFAS Human Support Claim Form is one of the many important documents you just cannot miss.
That said, knowing what it is, how to get it and how to submit it to the NSFAS are three important facts you should have at your fingertips. This article is written to help you achieve just that.
What is NSFAS Human Support Claim Form
If you are a student who is living with a disability and you are interested in applying for funding from NSFAS, the NSFAS Human Support Claim Form is one vital document that helps you claim your human support allowance from the NSFAS.
As is visible in the sample illustrated below, the form, which is a one-page document, contains sections where you input the following details:
- Your institution (the public university or technical vocational and educational training (tvet) college where you are registered for studies in South Africa).
- Your bio-data (name and date of birth).
- Your student identity document number
- Student number (which is assigned to you by your institution at registration).
The human support claim form also has sections where your caregiver is required to input your name and identity number. This form also has two boxes where you state the amount of allowance applied for, as calculated monthly and cumulatively.
A completed human claims form is also required to carry your own signature and that of your caregiver to be considered. It must also be stamped by your school’s Financial Aid or Disability Unit.
How to download NSFAS Human Support Claim Form
You can download the NSFAS Human Support Claim Form directly from the NSFAS website using the following link, https://www.nsfas.org.za/content/downloads/Human%20Support%20Claim%20Form.pdf. This link can be accessed with a laptop, tablet or smartphone.
Who Qualify to Download NSFAS Human Support Claim Form
As long as you are applying to the NSFAS Disability Fund and you meet the eligibility requirements for the fund, you will be required to download the NSFAS Human Support Claim Form as part of the application process.
The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) only considers applications that include a duly completed and signed human support claim form.
How to submit NSFAS Human Support Claim Form
Once you have downloaded the form, you will be required to complete it and submit it to the National Student Financial Aid Scheme.
The NSFAS receives this form through the Disability Unit or Financial Aid Office of the institution where you are enrolled for studies. Your form must have a certified copy of your caregiver’s identity document, your signature, and that of your caregiver.
It must also be stamped by the Financial Aid Office or Disability Unit of your institution where you are registered for studies.
Frequently Asked Questions
If my application for NSFAS Disability Fund was rejected, can I re-apply?
Yes, you can. If you meet eligibility requirements and have the necessary documents, you can apply again for funding in 2023.
Is the Human Support Claim Form the same as the Disability Annexure Form?
No, the Human Support Claim Form and the Disability Annexure Form are two different documents.
The human support claim form is used to claim allowances for human support from the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) and carries the signature of the applicant and caregiver.
The Disability Annexure Form, on the other hand, is a document where you provide information on your disability. This document gives the NSFAS an idea of your medical condition.
Can I download the Human Support Claim Form without a smartphone?
To download the Human Support Claim Form, you will need a smartphone or any device that can connect to the internet, like a tablet or laptop. This is so because the form you will need to access the NSFAS website to be able to gain access to the form.
Can I apply for disability allowance from NSFAS without the Human Support Claim Form?
No, all applicants are required to submit a completed human support claim form to be able to claim disability allowance from the National Student Financial Aid Scheme.
Inability to download, complete and submit this form disqualifies you from applying for disability allowance from NSFAS.
I have completed my Human Support Claim Form; where can I submit it?
To submit your completed human support claim form, you must take it to your institution’s financial aid or disability unit office.
Before submitting, please ensure that the form is duly stamped by your institution’s financial aid office or disability unit. Remember to ensure that it has your signature and that of your carer as well. Failure to do these things will result in automatic disqualification.
