If you wish to study/work in South Africa and have educational qualifications from outside South Africa, you will be required to get an evaluation of your qualifications from South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA).
Applying for work permits in South Africa requires the applicant to submit a SAQA certificate of evaluation as well.
The South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) is the oversight body of the NQF and the custodian of its values and quality character.
Functions of SAQA
The role of SAQA is to oversee the further development and implementation of the NQF, and co-ordinate the Sub-Frameworks. SAQA’s functions include:
· Oversee NQF implementation and collaborate with the Quality Councils
· Develop and implement NQF policies and criteria
· Register qualifications and part-qualifications on the NQF
· Recognise professional bodies and register professional designations
· Undertake research and collaborate with international counterparts
· Maintain the National Learners’ Records Database
· Provide an evaluation and advisory service with respect to foreign qualifications
· Inform the public about the NQF
· Provide advice to the Minister of Higher Education and Training