Umalusi Matric Certificate Reprint Assistance (South Africa)
Lost your matric certificate, or has it been damaged? A reprint, which Umalusi calls a replacement certificate, gives you an official copy you can hand to an employer, an institution or an authority abroad.
Police Clear helps you prepare and submit the reprint application. Estimated 4 to 6 weeks, from R2,645 including VAT.
- Description
Description
Police Clear (Pty) Ltd is an independent document facilitation company. We do not issue matric certificates. Replacement certificates are issued by Umalusi, through the education department or the private assessment body you wrote with.
What is a matric certificate reprint?
A reprint is an official re-issue of your matric certificate, the certificate you received on finishing school. It is needed when the original has been lost, damaged, or has to be re-issued for an official or administrative purpose.
When you need a matric certificate reprint
- An employer has asked for your matric certificate and you cannot find the original
- A university, college or professional body needs it for an application
- An authority abroad needs your school-leaving certificate, sometimes with an apostille
- The original is damaged or no longer legible
What we handle
- Preparing the reprint application
- Reviewing your documents before submission
- Guidance on the sworn statements the application needs
- Submitting the application and coordinating the process
- The documentation that authorises collection on your behalf
What you need to start
- A certified copy of your ID or passport
- Details of your matric results
- Sworn statements, which we guide you through
Send us your details and we will talk you through what your application needs.
How long does a matric certificate reprint take?
Estimated 4 to 6 weeks, depending on verification and processing by the education authorities and Umalusi. Timeframes are estimates, not guarantees.
Matric certificate reprint cost
| Matric certificate reprint assistance | From R2,645 including VAT |
| Turnaround | Estimated 4 to 6 weeks |
Pricing correct as at 16 September 2026. Prices include VAT at 15%, are quoted in South African rand, are subject to change without notice, and are indicative rather than an offer. A binding price is given in a written quotation. Any statutory fees charged by SAPS, Home Affairs or another authority are set by that authority and are payable in addition unless your quotation says otherwise. DIRCO does not charge for legalisation. Timeframes are estimates, not guarantees. Our refund and cancellation terms are in our terms and conditions.
Frequently asked questions
Can I get a copy of my matric certificate if I lost the original?
In most cases, yes. A replacement is an official re-issue of your certificate. We help prepare and submit the application.
How long does it take to get a matric certificate reprint?
Estimated 4 to 6 weeks, depending on processing by the education authorities and Umalusi. Timeframes are estimates, not guarantees.
Do I need an affidavit for a matric certificate reprint?
The application includes sworn statements. We guide you through them so they are prepared correctly.
Can someone collect my reprinted certificate for me?
Collection on your behalf needs the right authorisation, which we help you prepare.
This page describes a document facilitation service. It is general information and is not legal or immigration advice. Requirements and timeframes are set by the relevant department, institution or authority, and change from time to time. Confirm them with that body before you rely on them.
