SAQA
What is a SAQA verification letter?
The South African Qualifications Authority Verification Letter (SAQA Verification Letter) is essential for verifying educational qualifications obtained in South Africa with an NQF level of 7 or higher. This letter confirms that your qualifications are recognised and authentic according to South African educational standards. Whether you're applying for jobs, further education, or visa processes, the SAQA Verification Letter is critical in validating your academic credentials.
Securing a SAQA Verification Letter is a critical step for anyone intending to use their South African qualifications internationally. By following the process mentioned below and being mindful of common challenges, you can ensure a smooth and efficient verification experience. This document legitimises your academic achievements and opens doors to global opportunities.
A SAQA verification letter is indispensable for anyone with a South African qualification who plans to use it abroad. Most employers, educational institutions, and immigration authorities abroad require this verification letter to confirm that your degree is a lawful document and up to par with their requirements and standards.
By completing our online quotation form, you will receive a list of the application forms, authority letters, and required documents to initiate the process.
Once we have received your documentation, we will initiate the application with SAQA on your behalf. We know SAQA's requirements by heart and understand the relevant procedures to follow for each degree or qualification. After we have launched the application with SAQA, we will swiftly make payment after receiving the quotation and draft verification letter. After receipt of payment, SAQA will verify your degree using their degree verification system and by contacting your educational institution directly. Once the degree has been verified, SAQA will send us a copy of your verification letter with confirmation that the original will be available for collection within two working days after receiving the collection email.
Typically, our offices obtain verification letters within 15 to 25 working days, depending on SAQA's current processing rate and the current demand for degree verifications. It is important to note that your qualification might take longer to verify if -
The South African Qualifications Authority Verification Letter (SAQA Verification Letter) is essential for verifying educational qualifications obtained in South Africa with an NQF level of 7 or higher. This letter confirms that your qualifications are recognised and authentic according to South African educational standards. Whether you're applying for jobs, further education, or visa processes, the SAQA Verification Letter is critical in validating your academic credentials.
Securing a SAQA Verification Letter is a critical step for anyone intending to use their South African qualifications internationally. By following the process mentioned below and being mindful of common challenges, you can ensure a smooth and efficient verification experience. This document legitimises your academic achievements and opens doors to global opportunities.
A SAQA verification letter is indispensable for anyone with a South African qualification who plans to use it abroad. Most employers, educational institutions, and immigration authorities abroad require this verification letter to confirm that your degree is a lawful document and up to par with their requirements and standards.
By completing our online quotation form, you will receive a list of the application forms, authority letters, and required documents to initiate the process.
Once we have received your documentation, we will initiate the application with SAQA on your behalf. We know SAQA's requirements by heart and understand the relevant procedures to follow for each degree or qualification. After we have launched the application with SAQA, we will swiftly make payment after receiving the quotation and draft verification letter. After receipt of payment, SAQA will verify your degree using their degree verification system and by contacting your educational institution directly. Once the degree has been verified, SAQA will send us a copy of your verification letter with confirmation that the original will be available for collection within two working days after receiving the collection email.
Typically, our offices obtain verification letters within 15 to 25 working days, depending on SAQA's current processing rate and the current demand for degree verifications. It is important to note that your qualification might take longer to verify if -
- Your degree is not on their verification system;
- Your educational institution is unresponsive to SAQA's verification request;
- You have submitted incomplete or incorrect application forms;
- You have outstanding fees with your educational institution. (In this case, the verification letter will be withheld until the account is settled with your institution.)
