NSFAS-funded students who are eligible for direct NSFAS allowances will receive cash in their NSFAS Wallets. If you’ve ever asked how to check your NSFAS Wallet balance, keep reading to learn how. NSFAS wallets allow NSFAS-funded students at certain tertiary institutions to withdraw cash or spend it at any NSFAS-registered merchant.

Allowance amounts are determined through consultation with institutions, communicated to NSFAS when you register.If you are wondering how to check your NSFAS Wallet balance, do the following:

To check your NSFAS Wallet cash balance (and transactions):

On your cellphone:

1. Dial short code *134*176#
2. Enter your password
3. Click Send
4. Select option 2. Query
5. View cash balance and transactions

On the internet:

1. Enter the following link into your browser https://celbux.appspot.com
2. Log into your account by typing in your cellphone number and password and click the Login button
3. Click More
4. Click Transactions
5. View transactions

Students must ensure that they have access to their cellphone number that they provided to NSFAS when applying for funding. This is because that number will be used to deposit their funds.If your contact details have changed then you may update your cellphone number by registering on myNSFAS with your Facebook or Google account and then updating the number. This number must be accessible by you at all times.

You’ll need the following to get NSFAS Allowances via your wallet:

• You must have your own phone and a valid SIM card.
• If you are a new student to NSFAS, you must sign the NSFAS Bursary Agreement.
• To pay your landlord or any other recognized merchant, you will not need to withdraw cash.

A Quick Reminder for Students

Remember to log out after checking your National Student Financial Aid Scheme in your wallet to prevent password stealing.