SAQA Qualification Verification Assistance (South Africa & International)
SAQA verification confirms that a South African qualification is genuine, through the South African Qualifications Authority and the institution that issued it. Employers, immigration authorities and regulators use it to check that credentials are real.
Police Clear prepares and submits the verification and keeps you updated. Estimated 1 to 3 months, from R4,715 including VAT, with faster options on request.
- Description
Description
Police Clear (Pty) Ltd is an independent document facilitation company. We do not verify qualifications ourselves. Verification outcomes are determined by SAQA and the relevant institutions.
What is SAQA qualification verification?
It is the process of confirming, with SAQA and the issuing institution, that a qualification registered on the National Qualifications Framework was genuinely awarded to the person who holds it. It protects employers and authorities against falsified credentials.
Qualifications that can be verified
- Diplomas and degrees
- Honours, master’s and doctoral degrees
- Other qualifications registered on the National Qualifications Framework
Matric certificates are verified through Umalusi. See Umalusi verification. Foreign qualifications follow SAQA’s separate evaluation process.
When you need a SAQA verification
- Employment, where an employer verifies qualifications before hiring
- Immigration, where an authority asks for verified credentials
- Professional and regulatory compliance
What we handle
- Verification with the issuing institutions
- Preparing and submitting the SAQA application
- Guidance on the documents required
- Updates throughout the process
What you need to start
- Your passport or South African ID
- A copy of the qualification
- Consent documentation, which we help you complete
How long does SAQA verification take?
Estimated 1 to 3 months, depending on the qualification and how quickly the issuing institution responds. Faster options are available on request. Timeframes are estimates, not guarantees.
SAQA verification cost
| SAQA qualification verification assistance | From R4,715 including VAT |
| Turnaround | Estimated 1 to 3 months, faster options on request |
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
How long does SAQA verification take?
Estimated 1 to 3 months, mostly depending on the issuing institution confirming the qualification. Timeframes are estimates, not guarantees.
Can SAQA verify a foreign qualification?
Foreign qualifications are evaluated by SAQA through a separate process. Contact us about your qualification.
Can an employer request SAQA verification for a candidate?
Yes. We assist individuals and businesses.
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.
