How much is registration fee at wits?

The registration fee for 2026 at the University of the Witwatersrand (WITS) ranges from R3000 to R4000. After WITS registration, students are required to pay the registration fee before applying to the University of Witwatersrand. The WITS application fee is non-refundable.

Payments & Related Procedures

Methods of payment

  • Payment should be made in full before the due date(s).
  • Payment can be made by  EFT or the bank transfer form (M65). This form is attached to the fee account, which shows the amount due.

Bank Account Details:

Use your student number as a reference on the M65 form,  to enable immediate payment allocation.

Bank: First National Bank
Account Number: 622 7055 1015
Branch Code: 210 554
Branch: Braamfontein
SWIFT Code: FIRNZAJJ (International students only)
Reference: Student number (ONLY)

  • The payments made directly in the respective banks will reflect the same day on the student account.
  • Payments made from other banks will reflect within 2 working days on the student fee account.
  • Credit and debit card payments with a CVV number can be made through the self-service portal using Master/Visa cards only. For this option visit https://self-service.wits.ac.za/
  • If students wish, payment may be made at the Cashier’s Office, Ground Floor, Solomon Mahlangu House (hours are 08:00 to 15:30). Only bank-guaranteed cheques will be accepted as one of the alternative methods of payment.

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Do you need help?

Contact us on Tel: 27 (11) 717 1888 or Fax: 27 (11) 717 4918
or Email: FeesOffice.Finance@wits.ac.za