Vehicle Clearance Certificate Assistance (Export & Ownership Changes)
A vehicle clearance certificate confirms a vehicle’s identity and status for the licensing and registration authorities. You need one when exporting a vehicle, and in several situations where ownership or the vehicle’s identifying details change.
Police Clear handles the checks, the application, and collection and delivery of the certificate. Estimated 5 to 10 business days, from R7,590 including VAT.
- Description
Description
Police Clear (Pty) Ltd is an independent document facilitation company. We do not issue vehicle clearance certificates. Vehicle clearances are issued by the South African Police Service.
When you need a vehicle clearance certificate
- Exporting a vehicle
- Cross-border relocation with your vehicle
- Some changes of ownership, for example where the vehicle’s identifying numbers need to be confirmed
- Engine replacement
- Recovery of a stolen vehicle
- VIN or chassis number discrepancies
For a clearance certificate that is not for export, see local vehicle clearance.
What we handle
- Verification checks, including ownership, outstanding finance and status
- Preparing and submitting the application
- Collecting and delivering the certificate
- Guidance throughout
What you need to start
- The owner’s ID
- Proof of residence
- Proof of ownership and the vehicle’s documents
Further documents may be needed depending on the vehicle and the reason for the clearance.
How long does a vehicle clearance certificate take?
Estimated 5 to 10 business days, depending on the official authorities and your documents. Timeframes are estimates, not guarantees.
Vehicle clearance certificate cost
| Vehicle clearance certificate assistance, export and ownership changes | From R7,590 including VAT |
| Turnaround | Estimated 5 to 10 business days |
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
Do I need a clearance certificate to export a vehicle from South Africa?
Exporting a vehicle is one of the situations that calls for a vehicle clearance certificate. We handle the checks and the application.
How long does a vehicle clearance take?
Estimated 5 to 10 business days, depending on the authorities and your documents. Timeframes are estimates, not guarantees.
Do I need a clearance certificate after replacing an engine?
An engine replacement is one of the situations where a vehicle clearance certificate may be required. Contact us with the details.
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.
