To Accomplish your Cao Application you are required to pay an Application fee,This Guide will Lead to successful CAO Fee payments. CAO stands for the Central Applications Office which is used to submit applications to higher education institutions. Here’s how to check your application status on CAO.
CAO is the Central Applications Office. They are a centralised applications service offering access to the fullest range of study opportunities in Higher and Further Education in Southern Africa.
CAO Application Intakes
January Intake Fees:
If received by CAO on or before October 31:
- SA citizens: R250
- International Applicants: R300
If received by CAO on or after November 1:
- SA citizens: R470
- International Applicants: R580
July Intake Fees:
If received by CAO on or before May 31:
- SA citizens: R250
- International Applicants: R300
If received by CAO on or after June 1:
- SA citizens: R470
- International Applicants: R580
How To Pay CAO Application Fee?
This administration fee, non-refundable in nature, is structured as follows for January and July intakes:
You can pay your CAO application fee at several retail stores and outlets that display the EasyPay sign. These stores include:
- Pick n Pay
- Checkers
- Shoprite
- Woolworths
- Any store displaying the EasyPay sign
CAO Application Fee Online
- Visit the CAO website.http://www.cao.ac.za/
- Submit your application.
- After selecting ‘Process my application,’ you’ll be guided on how to pay the administration fee. Online Payment at a Later Date (for online or app submissions):
- Click on ‘My application’ on the homepage.
- Enter your CAO or ID number.
- Click ‘Submit.’
- Select ‘Pay Now by Credit Card.’
CAO Application Fee Offline (for hard copy submissions):
- Click on ‘My application’ on the homepage.
- Enter your CAO number from your application form.
- Click ‘Submit.’
- Choose ‘Make a payment.’
CAO Application Fee Physical Payment
- Submit the fee at EasyPay outlets (Shoprite, Checkers, PicknPay, Boxer Superstores, Woolworths, etc.).
- Present your CAO number and ID number.
- Use your unique EasyPay number as a reference.
- Alternatively, pay at CAO offices at Gate 11, May Thiphe Street, Cato Manor, Durban (card payments only).
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. What is the CAO application fee?
The CAO application fee is a non-refundable administration fee charged for processing an application submitted through the Central Applications Office.
2. How do I pay the CAO application fee online?
Complete your CAO application, select the payment option after processing the application, and follow the online payment instructions.
3. Can I pay my CAO fee after submitting my application?
Yes. The CAO provides an option for applicants to return to the website and make payment after completing their application.
4. Can I pay the CAO application fee with a bank card?
Yes. The CAO provides online payment options that allow eligible applicants to pay using a credit or debit card.
5. Can I pay my CAO fee through EasyPay?
Yes. The CAO accepts administration-fee payments through participating EasyPay outlets.
6. Which stores accept CAO EasyPay payments?
Participating outlets include Shoprite, Checkers, Pick n Pay, Woolworths and other stores displaying the EasyPay sign.
7. What number should I use when paying through EasyPay?
Use the unique EasyPay number associated with your CAO application as the payment reference.
8. Is the CAO application fee refundable?
No. The CAO administration fee is non-refundable.
9. How much is the CAO application fee for South African citizens?
The standard fee is R250 when the application is received by the applicable standard deadline. A higher late fee may apply after the deadline.
10. How much is the CAO application fee for international applicants?
The standard fee is R300 when the application is received by the applicable standard deadline. A higher late fee may apply after the deadline.
11. What is the late CAO application fee for South African citizens?
The current CAO information lists the late administration fee for South African citizens as R470.
12. What is the late CAO application fee for international applicants?
The current CAO information lists the late administration fee for international applicants as R580.
13. Can I pay the CAO application fee at Shoprite?
Yes. Shoprite is listed among the EasyPay outlets where applicants can make CAO-related payments.
14. Can I pay the CAO application fee at Checkers?
Yes. Checkers is among the EasyPay outlets identified by CAO.
15. Can I pay the CAO application fee at Pick n Pay?
Yes. Pick n Pay is one of the outlets where applicants can make an EasyPay payment.
16. What should I do after paying my CAO application fee?
Keep your payment confirmation or receipt and check your CAO application status to ensure that the payment has been received and processed.
17. How long does CAO take to process an online payment?
The application becomes available to institutions after the payment has been cleared. CAO states that payments made through EasyPay may be reflected by the next business day after clearance.
18. What happens if I pay the wrong CAO number?
Payments are associated with individual applications, so applicants should ensure that the correct CAO number is used before making payment. The CAO states that funds paid for one application cannot simply be transferred to another application.
19. Can I pay my CAO application fee at the CAO office?
The CAO states that card payments can be made at its office during applicable periods, but cash is not accepted.
20. Where can I check my CAO application?
You can use the application-checking facilities on the official CAO website to access your application information.
21. Can I submit a CAO application without paying the administration fee?
Applicants should complete the required payment because the CAO administration fee is part of the application process. An unpaid application may not be made available to institutions until the required fee has been cleared.
22. Where can I find the official CAO website?
The official CAO website is available at cao.ac.za. Always use the official website when submitting applications or making payments.
23. Should I keep my CAO payment receipt?
Yes. Keep the receipt or online payment confirmation until your application has been successfully processed.
24. Can CAO fees change?
Yes. Application fees, deadlines and payment arrangements can change, so applicants should check the latest information published by CAO before making payment.
