Applying for a Police Clearance Certificate from the United Kingdom does not have to be complicated. We manage the process from South Africa so you can focus on what matters.
Takes about 10 minutes to complete
Applying from overseas is where most applications go wrong. We make sure yours does not.
Simple. Clear. No back and forth.
Complete our secure online form in a few minutes.
We check everything before anything is submitted.
We submit and monitor your application throughout.
Digital copy by email. Original by tracked courier.
Download and complete both forms before couriering your documents. You will need these ready before you apply.
SAPS Police Clearance Application Form
Complete and sign this form. Bring it with you when getting fingerprints.
PDF · Fill in, print and signSAPS 91(a) Fingerprint Form
Take this to your local police station or approved fingerprinting service to have your fingerprints taken in ink.
PDF · Must be completed at a police stationUK Skilled Worker and Tier 2 visa applications
Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR)
British citizenship applications
Professional registration with UK bodies
NHS and healthcare sector employment
Financial services regulatory requirements
We check all of this before submission so you avoid delays.
No separate SAPS payments or additional transfers required from the United Kingdom. One amount in pounds sterling covers the SAPS application fee, DHL courier both ways and delivery to your address.
You can get fingerprints done at a South African High Commission or through a UK-based SAPS-accredited provider. We tell you exactly what to do.
With South Africa two hours ahead of UK time, slow feedback can cost you weeks. We handle all communication on your behalf.
Applications submitted with missing or incorrect documents are returned without notice. We review everything before submission.
Most of our United Kingdom clients complete their application within a few days once they have their fingerprints. We guide you through every step.
Experienced in SAPS submission requirements
Local handling in South Africa
Secure document processing
Clear communication at every step
Police Clearance Certificates for South Africans in the United Kingdom.
No. The process is fully remote. You apply online from the United Kingdom, get your fingerprints taken locally and courier your documents to our team in South Africa. No trip to South Africa is needed.
Allow around 3 to 5 weeks in total - DHL courier to South Africa (about 3 to 4 business days), SAPS processing of 10 to 15 business days, and return delivery to your UK address. SAPS processing time is an estimate controlled by SAPS.
Inked fingerprints on the SAPS 91(a) form can be taken at the South African High Commission or through a UK-based SAPS-accredited provider. We tell you exactly what to do so the prints meet SAPS requirements.
It is commonly required for Skilled Worker visa applications, Indefinite Leave to Remain, British citizenship applications, NHS and healthcare employment, and professional registration.
No. DocuLink SA is an independent document facilitation service. We act as your agent in South Africa and are not affiliated with SAPS or any government body.
We review, submit and track your application so you do not have to deal with SAPS from the United Kingdom.
Serving South African expats across London, Manchester, Edinburgh, Birmingham and all of the United Kingdom.