What is a Police Clearance Certificate?
A Police Clearance Certificate (PCC) is an official document issued by the South African Police Service (SAPS) that confirms whether an individual has a criminal record or not. It is commonly required for employment, visa applications, immigration, or studying abroad.
The PCC provides a comprehensive record of any criminal convictions registered against an individual in South Africa. It is typically valid for a limited period, so many organisations request a recent certificate to ensure the information is up to date. Obtaining a PCC involves submitting personal details, fingerprints, and identification documents to SAPS or an accredited service provider.
Who Can Apply and How?
- Completing the SAPS application forms
- Submitting fingerprints (if required)
- Providing supporting identification documents
Forecast Consulting assists with the full application process to ensure all documents are correct and complete, avoiding delays.
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Benefit of Using an Admitted Attorney
As an admitted attorney, we bring legal authority, expertise, and precision to every matter, ensuring your documents are prepared, verified, and executed in full compliance with South African law.
- Legally recognised to certify and authenticate documents
- Comprehensive understanding of South African legal procedures
- Ability to provide legal advice where applicable
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Our Notary and dedicated driver will come to you anywhere in Johannesburg or Pretoria, offering professional, reliable document services at your convenience – even after hours.
- Flexible scheduling to suit your availability
- Secure handling of sensitive legal documents
- Convenient on-site notarisation at your location
We Offer Online, Call-Out & In Person Options
Depending on your case we offer online solutions, as well as call-outs from our traveling notary service and in-person appointments.
We also offer after hours and weekend Notary options at an extra charge, which many of our clients make use of. A quote will be given for these extra services.
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Get your Home Affairs and Police Clearance Certificates processed quickly and cost-effectively. We assist with Apostille, Notary, and Legalisation services so your documents are accepted internationally without delays.
- Police Clearance & Criminal Record Checks
- Birth, Marriage & Death Certificates
- Apostille & Document Legalisation
Police Clearance Process
1. SAPS Clearance
Visit your nearest police station to request the SAPS 91a form.2. Fingerprints
Get your fingerprints taken on the SAPS 91a form (any accredited fingerprinting company can assist).
3. Scan & Submit
Scan the completed SAPS 91a form together with a copy of your ID.4. Return of Documents
Your completed documents will be couriered or emailed back to you once finalised.FORECAST CONSULTING
Pricing & Timeframes
| Service | Price | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Notarial Certification | R180 | Same Day |
| Notarial Attestation | R850 | Same Day |
| Notarial Certificate | R1,200 | Same Day |
| High Court: Notary + Apostille | R850 | 1–3 Work Days |
| High Court: Notary + Authentication | R850 | 1–3 Work Days |
| Same Day High Court: Notary + Authentication | R1,800 | Same Day |
| Express DIRCO Apostille | R950 | 1–2 Weeks |
| Express DIRCO Authentication | R950 | 1–2 Weeks |
| Courier Local | R250 | 2-4 Work Days |
| Courier International (DHL) | R1500 | 3–8 Working Days |
| Service | Price | Time |
|---|---|---|
| DHA: Unabridged Birth Certificate (UBC) | R2,800 | 14-21 Days |
| DHA: Marriage Certificate (Spouse Deceased) | R2,800 | 14-21 Days |
| DHA: Unabridged Death Certificate (UDC) | R2,800 | 14-21 Days |
| DHA: Unabridged Certificates (no records) | R3,800 | 21-30 Days |
| DHA: Abridged BC/DC/MC | R1,800 | 7 Days |
| DHA: Stnd Letter of Non-impediment (LNI) | R2,850 | 14-21 Days |
| DHA: Express Letter of Non-impediment (LNI) | R4,500 | 7-10 Days |
| DHA: Vault (UMC / UBC) | R3,800 | |
| Police Clearance Cert Budget | R1,500 | 2 - 3 Weeks |
| Police Clearance Certificate | R2,800 | 12 - 20 Working Days |
| Police Clearance Cert Express | R3,800 | 4-8 Days |
| Police Clearance Cert Urgent | R5,000 | 3-5 Days |
| SAQA | R2,500 | 3-4 Weeks |
| UMALUSI | R1,500 | 1 Week |
| Service | Price | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Ante-Nuptial Contract | R2,800 | 1 Week |
| ANC - By Power of Attorney | R3,500 | 1 Week |
| ANC - Urgent/Expedited | R4,500 | 1-2 Working Days |
| Cohabitation Agreement | R2,500 | 1 Week |
| Life Partnership Agreement | R2,500 | 1 Week |
| Express Life Partnership Agreement | R4,500 | 1-2 Days |
| Registration of Foreign Marriage | R4,500 | 3-6 Weeks |
| Registration of Foreign Divorce | R4,500 | 3-6 Weeks |
| Divorce Decree <10 years | R750 | 2 Weeks+ |
| Divorce Decree >10 years | R1,200 | 1 Month+ |
| Registration of Foreign Death | R4,500 | 3-6 Weeks |
| Will | R1,500 | 1 Week |