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Road2Asia’s Team
Welcome to Road2Asia – the most affordable and stress free way to navigate the immigration process from South Africa to anywhere in the world. Our expert Visa Consultants eliminate all stress and delays caused by Authorities.
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At Road2Asia, our team consists of previous and current expats. As well as Visa Consultants, and Legal Practitioners. Therefore, we can ensure a smooth and seamless process for our clients within the quickest time frames possible.
What South Africans say about Road2Asia
“After getting many quotes from various immigration agents, Road2Asia’s was by far the most affordable and value for money. Moreover, I’ve also received my documents sooner than the initial date of completion determined beforehand” – Road2Asia Client
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Frequently Asked Questions
A Police Clearance Certificate (PCC) is an official document issued by the South African Police Service (SAPS) that shows whether a person has a criminal record. It is commonly required for work visas, residency permits, employment overseas, immigration, professional licencing, adoptions, and travel purposes where authorities need proof of good conduct.
To apply for a PCC, you must typically:
Complete the SAPS PCC application form.
Provide a full set of fingerprints on the official SAPS 91(a) form.
Submit a copy of your South African ID or passport.
Provide any additional documents required (e.g., marriage certificate if applicable).
Applications are usually submitted to Road2Asia Visa Consultant in Pretoria.
Standard processing through SAPS can take 8–16 weeks or longer due to backlogs. Some expedited services or third-party application assistance can produce a PCC in a shorter timeframe (e.g., about 7 working days), but official processing times vary.
There is no universal expiry date for a PCC. However, many foreign authorities require that the PCC be issued within the last three to six months when submitted as part of a visa, work permit, or residency application. Requirements vary by country and institution.
An Apostille is a certificate that authenticates the origin of a public document so it will be recognised in another country that is a member of the Hague Apostille Convention. Documents often requiring an apostille include PCCs, birth/marriage certificates, academic qualifications, medical reports, and powers of attorney when used abroad.
Apostilles for South African public documents are typically issued by the Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO) — Legalisation Section or via a notary public/High Court apostille process. The exact process and timeline depend on document type and destination country.
Standard DIRCO apostille: usually 6–8 weeks.
Express services: can be 3–5 business days for some documents.
High-court apostilles via a notary can sometimes be completed in a few days. Timelines fluctuate with workload and demand.
Common documents that can be apostilled or authenticated for international use include:
Birth, marriage, and death certificates
Police Clearance Certificates
Unabridged certificates
Academic qualifications verified by SAQA
Driver’s licence confirmations
Letters of no impediment and other official certificates.
Check with DIRCO or the destination authority to confirm specific document lists.
Some documents (especially certified copies or private documents, such as passport copies or powers of attorney) must first be notarised by a notary public before they can be forwarded for apostille by DIRCO or the High Court. Always check the document type and destination requirement before submission.
Yes, you can apply for a PCC and apostille from outside South Africa, but requirements vary:
Fingerprints may need to be taken by local authorities and certified.
You may need to courier documents to South Africa or work with a representative such as Road2Asia.
Processing times can be longer when applying from abroad. Many professional firms provide overseas assistance.