SAQA application information from the recently updated website

To apply for SAQA evaluation certificate, use the following link and access the information
provided inside the link before you start the application.

https://www.saqa.org.za/services/evaluation-of-foreign-qualifications/.

Who may apply for evaluation?

Only qualification holders (QHs) may apply for the evaluation of their foreign qualifications.

The above is to ensure that QHs are the prima facie owners of their applications and the outcomes
thereof, including the protection of their private details and improved communication between them
and SAQA. For this reason, SAQA will interact directly with QHs, and involve third parties only when
they are the parents or legal guardians of the affected QHs.

QHs must register applications using their own, unique contact details.

SAQA is not responsible for third party administrative or financial assistance to QHs and does not
regard such assistance as a part of its process.

How to apply
Click on apply for an evaluation, register as a user and lodge an on-line application. Always check
for possible updated information under documents below.

The Online Application System contains all the relevant information, including:

 A documents Section where SAQA will always post important alerts;

 The current tarrifs as approved by the SAQA Board;
 Payment per qualification submitted for evaluation;
 How payment can be made;
 How to compile and submit documents after you have created an online profile
 What happens with results:
– When results are ready, SAQA will also inform applicants of the electronic SAQA
Certificate of Evaluation available to them
 Processing time and delay; and
 Recognition decisions and the right to appeal.
Applicants also need to take note of the guidelines for refunds and cancellation.

Important SAQA contact for Foreign qualification evaluation

Evaluation of Foreign Qualifications Manager

Kim Snyders
+27 83 628 2560