If your application to have your police record expunged is successful you will no longer be considered convicted of that crime.

Once you have your police record expunged you can honestly tell employers and any other interested parties that you have not been convicted of a crime. The expunged criminal record will no longer show on employer background checks.

You have a good chance of successfully getting your police record expunged if:

1. Ten years have gone passed since the date of the conviction of your offence.

2. You received a sentence of periodical imprisonment or correctional supervision as opposed to a direct prison sentence.

3. During the 10 years since your conviction you have not been convicted and imprisoned, without the option of a fine, for any other offence

4. Sentenced to the following sentences:

• Conviction of lesser serious crimes (for example minor charges of theft, assault, fraud etc.)
• Politically motivated crimes

5. Convicted of an offence based on race.

In order for us to assist you with the expungement we would need to know the following (please add this information when emailing us your documentation):

• Date of record
• Nature of record
• Sentence

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The most common reasons for needing to apply for a police clearance certificate are when you are applying for a job or for immigration purposes.

If you have lived in Zimbabwe you may need a Zimbabwean police clearance certificate. We can make the process easier and faster for you.

Here is some information about obtaining a Zimbabwean police clearance certificate:

1. You will need to visit your local police station for fingerprints.
2. The following documents are typically required to apply for a police clearance certificate:
   • Completed application form
   • Provide a valid Zimbabwean national identity card, passport, or other acceptable forms of identification.
   • You will be required to provide fingerprints, which are taken at the police station during the application process.
3. There is typically an application fee associated with obtaining a police clearance certificate in Zimbabwe. The fee amount may vary, so it's best to inquire about the current fee when submitting your application.
4. The processing time for a police clearance certificate can vary. It's advisable to inquire about the estimated processing time when submitting your application.
5. Once your police clearance certificate is ready, we will collect it on your behalf

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Important notice:
Certificates RSA is an independent document assistance company and is not affiliated with the South African Police Service (SAPS) or the Department of Home Affairs.

Police clearance certificates are issued by the SAPS Criminal Record Centre in Pretoria.

South African Police Clearance Certificate - General application process

The outline below explains the standard SAPS process. Our team assists clients with the preparation and submission of these requirements.

1. Application form
   

   The SAPS 91(a) application form must be completed with accurate personal details, including full names, identity or passport information, and contact details.

2. Fingerprinting
   

   Fingerprints are required as part of the application. These are usually taken at a SAPS police station or an accredited fingerprint service provider.

3. Supporting documents

   Applicants are required to provide supporting documents, such as a copy of an identity document or passport. Additional documents may be requested depending on individual circumstances.

   Our team assists clients with applying for a Police Clearance Certificate South Africa for overseas use.

Important note

Processing times and requirements may vary depending on individual circumstances or changes in regulations.

For a full overview of the documents required for immigration and overseas applications from South Africa, please see our detailed guide here.

We also assist with apostille and birth certificate assistance, where required

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