NOTICE: Temporary Office Closure
Please be advised that all SAQA services will be closed on Friday, 13 June 2025 due to an internal event.
We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding.
CONGRATULATIONS TO THE NEWLY ELECTED ACQF NETWORK PRESIDENCY
SAQA NOTICE: IMPLEMENTATION OF THE REVISED FEES FOR 2024/25 AND 2025/26: VERIFICATION OF NATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS AND EVALUATION OF FOREIGN QUALIFICATIONS
Please be informed about the update to our tariffs, effective 01 April 2025.
Verification of national qualifications fees
Foreign Qualifications Fee Structure
SAQA responsibilities
Registration Of Qualifications & Part-Qualifications
Recognition Of Professional Bodies
Management Of Information & Learner Achievements
Verification Of National Qualifications
Collaboration With International Counterparts Concerning Qualifications Frameworks
Conducting Research On Qualifications Frameworks
Evaluation & Advisory Services For Foreign Qualifications
What is the NQF?
The South African National Qualifications Framework (NQF)
is a single integrated system for the
Classification
Co-ordination
Registration
Publication
Articulation
of quality assured national qualifications
NQF levels & qualification types
What is the South African
Qualifications Authority?
The South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) is the oversight body of the NQF and the custodian of its values and quality character. The role of SAQA, as stipulated in the NQF Act, is to advance the objectives of the NQF, oversee the further development and implementation of the NQF, and co-ordinate the Sub-Frameworks. SAQAās functions are set out in section 13 of the NQF Act.
Services
Registration of Qualifications & Part Qualifications
A part-qualification means an assessed unit of learning that is registered as part of a qualification.
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Verification of SA Qualifications
This service is to verify South African Qualification Achievements.
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Recognition of Professional Bodies
SAQA is responsible for the recognition of professional bodies and registration of professional designations for the purposes of the NQF Act, no 67 of 2008.
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Evaluation of Foreign Qualifications
The purpose of the evaluation function is the recognition of foreign qualifications in terms of the South AfricanĀ National Qualifications Framework.
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NQF MIS Incorporating the NLRD
The National Learners' Records Database (NLRD) is the management information system of the National Qualifications Framework (NQF).
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Confirmation of Private Higher Education Institution Qualifications
Regulations for the Registration of Private Higher Education Institutions (Guide APX-03).
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Walter Sisulu Square - Kliptown! āļøāļøāļøāļøāļø![]()
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We participated in the Gauteng Provincial Governmentās Commemoration of the 70th Anniversary of the Freedom Charter ![]()
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The event provided an opportunity for SAQA to engage with members of the public, raising awareness about the significance of obtaining qualifications that are registered and offered by accredited institutions.![]()
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We informed them about SAQA services and the critical role, the National Qualifications Framework (NQF) plays, in promoting #lifelonglearning and ensuring quality in education and training. ![]()
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#KnowYourNQF #Freedom30 #SAQAandtheNQF #nqfinformationcentre #FreedomCharter
SAQA is here to empower learners! A meaningful close to an impactful week! ššš![]()
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We wrapped up Mathematics Week at Sci-Bono on a vibrant and inspiring note!![]()
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We unpacked invaluable benefits of the National Qualifications Framework (NQF) in a way that really resonated. ![]()
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The importance of studying at registered institutions was front and center! ![]()
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We are proud to have supported Grade 12 learners from disadvantaged communities across Gauteng! #saqaandthenqf #freedom30 #KnowyourNQF #nqfinfocentre #MathematicsWeek Sci-Bono Discovery Centre Sci Bono
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SAQA Engages at G20 EdWG ā Day 2! ![]()
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We participated in vital discussions of the G20 Education Working Group in Sun City, āRe-imagining plural pathways to a highly skilled ECCE workforceā and āMeasuring what mattersā in quality assurance for ECCE programmes.![]()
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We remain committed to strengthening global partnerships and advancing quality foundational learning. #SAQAinAction #G20Education #SkillsMobility #ECCE #SAQAGlobal #NQFLeadership #solidarity #equalitylity #sustainability
