{"id":744,"date":"2024-06-06T15:37:11","date_gmt":"2024-06-06T15:37:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bursariesafrica.co.za\/unisa\/?page_id=744"},"modified":"2024-06-06T15:37:14","modified_gmt":"2024-06-06T15:37:14","slug":"how-do-i-make-eft-payments-to-unisa","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.bursariesafrica.co.za\/unisa\/how-do-i-make-eft-payments-to-unisa\/","title":{"rendered":"How do I make EFT payments to Unisa?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

The University of South Africa (Unisa) offers a convenient Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) option for settling your student fees. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This article serves as a comprehensive guide for South African students on making Unisa EFT payments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We’ll go into details about the process, important details to remember, and address frequently asked questions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What are EFT Payments to Unisa?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

An EFT payment involves electronically transferring funds from your bank account directly to Unisa’s designated account. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This eliminates the need for cash deposits or cheques and thereby, offering a secure and efficient way to settle your fees.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What to Consider Before Making an EFT Payment<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

These are some of the this you must consider before making any EFT payment:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. Unisa Beneficiary Status: Verify if your bank has pre-registered “Unisa Student Deposits” as a beneficiary. This simplifies the process by eliminating the need to manually capture account details.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Reference Information: Using the correct reference information is crucial for Unisa to allocate your payment accurately. This typically includes your student number and a specific fee code depending on the payment type (e.g. study fees, library fees).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. Processing Time: EFT payments may take a few business days to reflect in your Unisa account<\/a>. Factor this in when considering deadlines for fee settlements.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    How to Make a Unisa EFT Payment<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    To make any form of payment to Unisa through EFT, this is the process you must follow:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    1. Log in to your Online Banking Platform: Access your internet banking through your bank’s website or mobile app.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    2. Initiate a Payment: Locate the “Payments” or “Transfers” section and proceed to initiate a new payment.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    3. Select Beneficiary: Choose “Unisa Student Deposits” if pre-registered. Otherwise, you’ll need to manually capture Unisa’s banking details (refer to the Unisa website for the latest account information).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    4. Enter Payment Details: Input the following details:\n