To apply for a HELB loan as a first-time applicant, you need to meet certain requirements. Here are the key requirements for applying for a HELB loan based on the search results:
- A valid email address for the applicant (Student)
- Valid telephone number (must be registered in your name to apply for a loan)
- Copy of the sponsorship letter if you were sponsored in Secondary school
- A copy of the applicant’s National ID card
- Copies of the parents’ national identification cards or, if a parent is deceased, a death certificate
- Copies of the national ID cards for both guarantors
- A copy of the admission letter and KCSE result slip/certificate of the applicant
- A copy of the applicant’s bank or ATM cards (for government-sponsored students only)
- A copy of the institution’s Smart Card for the applicant
- One recent color photo (passport size) of the applicant.
How to apply for a HELB Loan as a First Time Applicant:
- Visit our website or hef.co.ke to access the Student Portal and click on “register” to create an account.
- Confirm whether you have your National ID and enter your ID number. Enter your KCSE Index number if you don’t have a National ID.
- Enter a valid email address and password and click “register”.
- You have successfully created an account. Check your email (Inbox or Spam/ Junk) to activate your account and log in after email activation.
- Enter a valid Telephone number where a verification code will be sent. If the verification code expires, click resend button to get a new verification code.
- Fill your profile & update your Biodata.
- Give consent to collection of your personal data.
- Read through the consent form to understand why we are collecting your personal data then tick the checkbox to agree with terms of use.
- Fill in your personal details then save to continue.
- When all details are complete, submit your scholarship/loan request.
- Consent to processing of your data by Accepting the loan terms and conditions.
- Update your guarantor details.
- Provide loan payment information as per the fields provided (Bank or mobile payment)
- Submit your loan application.
For a step-by-step guide on how to apply for a HELB loan as a first-time applicant, you can visit the HELB website or the HELB Mobile Application. It is recommended to apply for the loan at least one month before the opening date to allow ample time for processing.
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