AFISwitch Police Clearance Report

This service is for: Individuals requiring a fast, fingerprint-based criminal record check processed through the SAPS/AFIS environment, with the result provided electronically for employment, professional registration, licensing, screening or other South African requirements.

What you get

Electronic fingerprint-based Police Clearance Report

Expected turnaround

Standard 48 hour / Premium 4 hours / Priority options 1 hour

Pricing

Dependent on turnaround time

Use this check when

Employment screening

Professional registration / licensing

SACE and other South African requirements where an electronic fingerprint-based criminal record result is accepted

Do NOT use this check for:

Where an embassy, foreign government, immigration authority or other institution specifically requires an original physical SAPS Police Clearance Certificate.

Requirements

Valid ID/passport

Biometric fingerprint capture

Applicant details

Completed consent/indemnity documentation

Fast-Track Your Dreams with CSI Africa's Police Clearance Services

“Proof of good conduct” is an increasingly common requirement for employment and for applications where organisations verify the integrity of their members.

Thousands of people rely on CSI Africa every year for quick and efficient assistance with Police Clearance Reports. Plus, you don’t have to travel – get in touch with your nearest CSI Africa capture partner and we’ll come to you.

Easy steps to get your police Clearance Report

Choose your nearest capture partner
CSI Africa's Fingerprint Capture Partners are distributed throughout South Africa. Choose a Capture Partner in your area. (Note: Some of our Capture Partners offer mobile services - perfect if you're unable to travel.)
Book your appointment
Schedule an appointment with a CSI Africa Capture Partner. Remember your ID document. Requesting a Police Clearance Report on behalf of someone else? You'll need written permission and a certified copy of their ID.
Your request is being processed
Police Clearance Reports can take 1 hour to process. Keep in mind that this could be affected by the workload of your chosen Capture Partner.

Police Clearance Certificate vs Police Clearance Report: What's the difference?

Confused? Don’t know which one you need? The table below lists the key differences in uses between PCCs and PCRs.

	Police Clearance Certificate	Police Clearance Report
Travel	Yes	No
Emigration	Yes	No
Immigration	Yes	No
Professional Membership	Yes	Yes (Unless otherwise specified)
SACE	Yes	Yes
Employment	Yes	Yes (Unless otherwise specified)
Application Turnaround	4 - 6 Weeks	1 Hour

Request Clearance Report

CSI Vanrhynsdorp Namaqualand

Namaqualand

Juan-Mari Le Roux

0826175501

CSI Bosveld (Modimolle)

Modimolle

Nicolaas van der Merwe

0828250131

CSG SECURITY

Nelspruit

Marnelle van der Merwe

0135912152

CSG SECURITY

Nelspruit

Ronel Steyn

0135912152

CSI Kroonstad

Kroonstad

Monja Britz

0729013033

Black Hawk Security Solutions

Vanderbijlpark

Ferdie Celliers

0645088478

CSI Africa

Centurion

Lynette Schmahl

0121110276

CSI Africa

Northern Cape

Bianca Vorster

0860274911

TFS Africa

Cape Town

Jenny Nel

0114729872

TEBA Pty (Ltd) (Johannesburg)

Johannesburg

Malakia Thelele

0113536100

Does a Police Clearance Certificate differ from an Afiswitch report?

There is a distinction between a Police Clearance Certificate, issued by the South African Police Service (SAPS), and a police clearance report provided by Afiswitch. They serve different purposes and come from different sources.

Which Police Clearance do I need for emigration purposes?

For emigration, you would need a Police Clearance Certificate from the South African Police Service (SAPS). CSI AFRICA can facilitate this procedure for you.

Could you explain what an Afiswitch Police Clearance is?

Afiswitch is a privately-owned company, sanctioned by the SAPS, to conduct background checks via fingerprint identification and to release police clearance reports. CSI AFRICA, as a reseller of the Afiswitch police clearance, is available to help you acquire one.

How can I determine the type of Police Clearance Certificate I require?

The SAPS clearance certificate is often used for official tasks such as visa applications, emigration, and legal or administrative requirements. It outlines a person’s criminal history as recorded by the SAPS.

Is a SAPS Police Clearance Certificate necessary for employment?

Generally, for employment screening and background checks, an Afiswitch clearance report is used. This report verifies an individual’s criminal history via fingerprint identification, which are checked against the SAPS database. CSI AFRICA is here to assist you in obtaining such a report.

What data does a Police Clearance Certificate from SAPS contain?

A SAPS clearance certificate usually encapsulates details of convictions and pending cases as listed in the SAPS system. It provides data on criminal offenses, associated case numbers, dates, and court decisions.

What data does a Police Clearance Report from Afiswitch contain?

An Afiswitch clearance report cross-checks an individual’s fingerprints with the SAPS database, revealing any matches. It might include data on past convictions or ongoing cases linked to those fingerprints.

How can I request a Police Clearance Certificate from SAPS?

CSI AFRICA can aid you in acquiring a SAPS clearance certificate. The process typically includes filling out an application form, submitting fingerprints, providing identification documents, and paying the necessary fees.

How can I request a Police Clearance Certificate from Afiswitch?

Usually, an Afiswitch clearance report is procured by employers or organizations via authorized service providers like CSI AFRICA. This process encompasses capturing the applicant’s fingerprints, which are then forwarded to Afiswitch for evaluation and the production of the clearance report.