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Global Screening and Vetting Services

Global screening and vetting

Global Verification

Candidates in South Africa being vetted by outside countries

As a South African candidate pursuing opportunities abroad, ensuring that your background verification meets international standards is a crucial step in the hiring process. At iFacts, we offer globally recognised screening services designed to support individuals like you who are seeking employment or immigration opportunities outside South Africa. 

Our comprehensive checks include verified criminal record clearance, identity confirmation, qualification validation, and employment history, fully aligned with global compliance requirements and accepted by foreign employers, recruitment agencies, and immigration authorities. With our experience in both local and international vetting protocols, we help you present a complete, trusted profile that stands up to global scrutiny.

SA candidates living abroad being vetted

As a proudly South African company with a proven track record in professional background screening, we understand the importance of accurate, reliable, and compliant vetting, especially in a global context. With growing demand from international employers and institutions to verify candidates based in South Africa, our locally rooted expertise ensures that all screenings meet both global and local standards. 

iFacts specialises in providing comprehensive candidate background checks, including identity verification, criminal record screening, qualification verification, and employment history, tailored specifically for organisations based outside South Africa who need trusted insights into local candidates. Our services are fully compliant with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) and aligned with international privacy frameworks, giving your organisation peace of mind and confidence in every hire.

Our Services

Criminal Record Checks

Ensure a secure and compliant hiring process with iFacts’ Criminal Record Check, conducted using biometrically captured fingerprints via the Automated Fingerprint Identification System (AFIS).

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PEP and Sanctions Tests

PEP (Politically Exposed Person) and sanctions tests are vital tools used in the South African pre-employment screening to assess candidates’ backgrounds and mitigate potential risks…

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Credit Checks

An affordable and effective way to evaluate an individual’s credit risk.

This check is particularly valuable yet only available when hiring for financially sensitive positions.

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Qualification Verification

Qualification fraud is a growing global issue, and no academic credentials should be accepted at face value. Ensure authenticity and compliance with iFacts’ comprehensive online…

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Passport Verification

In a globalised economy, the need for accurate and reliable documentation has never been more critical. For companies operating in South Africa, verifying an individual’s passport…

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If you require an international check that is not listed on our platform, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with us. Our team is equipped to assist with specialised or country-specific screening requests and will work with you to find a solution that meets your needs.

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PEP and Sanctions Tests

PEP (Politically Exposed Person) and sanctions tests are vital tools used in the South African pre-employment screening to assess candidates’ backgrounds and mitigate potential risks.

  • PEP Screening: A Politically Exposed Person refers to individuals who hold prominent public positions, such as government officials, judges, or senior executives in state-owned entities. Due to their influential roles, PEPs may be at higher risk for involvement in corruption or bribery. PEP screening identifies candidates who fit this profile, helping organisations understand the potential implications of hiring such individuals.

  • Sanctions Screening: This process involves checking candidates against lists issued by various government authorities and international bodies that prohibit dealings with certain individuals, including those involved in terrorism, money laundering, and other criminal activities. By conducting sanctions checks, companies protect themselves from legal repercussions and uphold their commitment to ethical business practices.

  • Regulatory Compliance: South African laws and international regulations mandate organisations to conduct due diligence on potential employees, particularly in sectors like finance, real estate, and other industries that are prone to money laundering and financial crime. PEP and sanctions screenings ensure that companies comply with these legal requirements.

At iFacts, our screening technology cross-references candidates’ details against real-time databases to generate reports on any matches, making the process efficient and accurate. When a potential match arises, organisations need to conduct further investigations to understand the context and relevance.

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Passport Verification

Verification of an Individual’s Passport

In a globalised economy, the need for accurate and reliable documentation has never been more critical. For companies operating in South Africa, verifying an individual’s passport is essential to the recruitment and onboarding process.

Employers must comply with local and international immigration laws, which mandate that individuals possess valid documentation when residing and working in South Africa. Verifying a passport ensures that organisations adhere to these legal requirements, mitigating risks associated with non-compliance.

In a diverse workforce, many companies employ individuals from various countries. Verifying passports is particularly important for international recruitment, as it ensures that all employees hold valid documentation to enter and work in South Africa. This process aids in streamlining visa applications and compliance with regulatory requirements.

At iFacts, we provide comprehensive passport verification services to assist organisations in safeguarding their interests, ensuring compliance with legal requirements, and building a trustworthy workforce.

Ensure thorough and reliable verification of passports by utilising our professional services today.

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Criminal Record Checks

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Criminal Record Check With Biometric Fingerprinting (AFIS)

Ensure a secure and compliant hiring process with iFacts’ Criminal Record Check, conducted using biometrically captured fingerprints via the Automated Fingerprint Identification System (AFIS).

How It Works:

Comprehensive Background Screening

Determines if an individual has a criminal record, pending charges, or has been involved in legal proceedings as a complainant.

Secure & Compliant Process

Candidates must sign a South African Police Service (SAPS) consent form (or equivalent) and provide fingerprints using an SAPS-approved biometric scanner (SAGEM MSO300).
Re-Submission of Fingerprints For a Criminal Record Check

Afiswitch (AFIS) performs fingerprint clearances on behalf of the South African Police Service (SAPS) against the SAPS fingerprint database of all known convicted and/or case awaiting trial persons to determine the previous conviction and/or case awaiting trial status of an applicant. We can request an updated report without requiring new fingerprint scans. This means:

No need for repeat fingerprint capturing
Hassle-free reports
Nationwide Biometric Capture For a Criminal Record Check

With a nationwide network of fingerprint capture locations, iFacts ensures convenient access to biometric screening across multiple regions in order to conduct criminal record checks. View the latest list of available locations:

Fingerprint Locations
Hardcopy Fingerprint Form For a Criminal Record Check

Checks using hardcopy fingerprint form—a process recognised by the South African Police Service (SAPS).

How It Works
Candidates in South Africa can visit any SAPS Customer Service Centre to have their fingerprints taken on an SAP91A form.
The completed SAP91A form and a signed consent form must be sent to the iFacts head office for processing.
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Who Should Use This Service?
Candidates without access to biometric fingerprint capture at an iFacts Fingerprint Location
Individuals applying for a SAPS Clearance Certificate
Applicants outside South Africa – If applying internationally, fingerprints can be taken on the local equivalent of an SAP91A form.
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Credit Checks

An affordable and effective way to evaluate an individual’s credit risk, this check is particularly valuable yet only available when hiring for financially sensitive positions.

Why Conduct a Credit Check

Assess Financial Risk

Helps determine if a candidate poses a potential financial risk to the organisation.

Verify Employment History

Many individuals list previous employers on credit applications but omit them from their CVs—this check provides additional insights.

Compliance & Consent

Credit checks can only be conducted for specific job-related purposes and require candidate consent.

Seamless, Real-Time Processing

iFacts provides instant access to all major credit bureaus, including TransUnion, XDS, and Vericred, through a secure online platform. All checks are conducted in a real-time electronic environment, ensuring fast, accurate results.

Make informed hiring decisions with iFacts’ comprehensive credit risk assessments.

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Qualification Verification

Qualification Verifications

Qualification Verification Services – Protect Your Business from Credential Fraud

Qualification fraud is a growing global issue, and no academic credentials should be accepted at face value. Ensure authenticity and compliance with iFacts’ comprehensive online qualification verification services for both South African and international qualifications.

Our Qualification Verification Services Include:

South African Tertiary Qualification Verification
South African Matric (Post-1992) – Standard Confirmation
South African Matric (Post-1992) – Full Verification (Subjects & Symbols Achieved)
International Qualification Verification (Outside South Africa)

Fast, Secure & Reliable Verification

To conduct a qualification verification, we require:

  • A copy of the certificate
  • A signed consent or release form

Protect your organisation from qualification fraud with iFacts’ secure, real-time verification services. Contact us today to verify academic credentials with confidence!

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