Our local South African team manages the full SAQA qualification evaluation process entirely on your behalf. Upload your documents digitally through your secure client portal - no physical courier required. We handle SAQA submission, progress monitoring and digital delivery of your evaluation certificate while you remain anywhere in the world.
Issuing Authority
South African Qualifications Authority
SAQA
Service Fee
A$245
Fixed fee - see Terms and Conditions
Typical Processing
25 to 30 business days
Estimate only. After SAQA submission.
100% Digital
No courier required
No physical originals or embassy visits needed
Our process for SAQA Verification facilitation.
Apply online
Log in to your secure client portal, select SAQA Verification and complete your application details. Takes about 10 minutes.
Pay securely and our local team reviews your documents
Pay securely and our local team reviews your uploaded documents for completeness and accuracy before anything is submitted to SAQA.
Our local South African team submits to SAQA
Our local South African team submits your application directly to SAQA and provides you with a submission reference number via your portal.
SAQA processes your application
SAQA processes your application - typically 25 to 30 business days (estimate only, controlled by SAQA). We monitor progress and post regular updates directly to your client portal.
Your evaluation certificate is delivered digitally
Your SAQA evaluation certificate is uploaded to your portal for immediate download - plus a copy sent to your email. Fully digital from start to finish.
SAQA verification is the official evaluation of South African qualifications by the South African Qualifications Authority. It confirms that your qualification is genuine and provides a level comparison on the National Qualifications Framework (NQF). It is required for many immigration skills assessments, professional registrations and employment applications overseas.
SAQA typically processes applications in 25 to 30 business days after submission. We monitor your application and post updates to your client portal throughout the process.
No. SAQA verification is a fully digital process. You upload scanned copies of your qualification certificates and ID through your secure DocuLink SA client portal. No physical courier is required.
Yes. SAQA verification is commonly required as part of skills assessments for Australian General Skilled Migration visas. It is also accepted for professional registration with bodies such as AHPRA and Engineers Australia. We confirm the specific requirements for your visa type when you start your application.
Yes. The A$245 fee covers full managed facilitation, direct SAQA lodgement, document pre-check, portal progress updates and digital certificate delivery to your email and portal.
Simple, fixed pricing.
SAQA Verification Facilitation
A$245
per application
Full end-to-end managed facilitation
Direct SAQA lodgement by our local team
Document pre-check before submission
Regular progress updates via your portal
Digital certificate delivered to your portal
Digital copy to your email on completion
Bulk / Corporate
Custom
Pricing on request
Suited to employers, recruitment firms, and professional bodies that need to verify South African qualifications for multiple candidates. We manage batch submissions with a single coordinating contact.
Prices shown in non-AUD currencies are indicative. Billing currency is confirmed at checkout.
Service page last reviewed: May 2026
Skills assessment for Australian, NZ, UK, Canadian and UAE immigration and visa applications
Professional registration with overseas regulatory bodies (AHPRA, Engineers Australia, NZREX and more)
Employment applications requiring verified South African qualifications
Further study abroad requiring proof of prior qualifications
Employer background checks on South African academic credentials
Regulatory compliance in healthcare, engineering, education and financial services
Recognition of prior learning for professional licensing
Requirements will be confirmed once you start your application.
Our team reviews your uploaded documents before submission to SAQA. Everything is handled digitally - no need to send physical originals. Here is what you will need to prepare:
Completed and signed SAQA consent form (download below)
Clear colour-scanned copies of each qualification certificate in readable PDF format - uploaded individually
Certified copy of your South African ID or passport - must clearly show your full names, ID number and date of birth
For each qualification: full qualification title, name of institution and year achieved
Create your account and submit your SAQA Verification application. We will guide you through every step.
Submit your application in about 10 minutes. Everything is handled digitally - no couriers and no embassy visits required.