Vehicle Police Clearance Certificate

What is a Vehicle Police Clearance Certificate?

This official document serves as proof that a vehicle was not reported as stolen and that it is legally cleared to operate on the road.

Amendments to the National Road Traffic Act: Regulations (2012) have made it compulsory for vehicle owners to get a Police Clearance Certificate (PCC) for their vehicles under certain circumstances. In order for you to obtain a PCC for your car, you’ll need to apply for a Request for Police Clearance (RPC) certificate first.

When should you apply for a Vehicle Police Clearance Certificate?

You will need to apply for an RPC for your vehicle if:

• Ownership of the vehicle has changed
• The engine has been replaced
• Your vehicle was reported as stolen and then recovered
• The engine or chassis number differs from the number on the registration certificate (even if it is only by one digit),
• The previous owner of the vehicle did not supply you with the necessary documentation
• The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) has been updated,
• You are exporting or importing vehicles, or
• You are crossing the border permanently – some countries may require a police clearance to confirm that you are not driving a stolen vehicle.

How we can help

Clearance Central is equipped to get the job done right the first time and handle the process of applying for your Vehicle Police Clearance Certificate on your behalf through a simple and convenient process:

• Download and complete the Request for Police Clearance (RPC) Application Form which is available on our website.
• Courier the form together with supporting documentation to us via DHL.
• We’ll submit your application to the Motor Vehicle Registration (MVR) Centre the same day after receiving your original documents.
• We’ll then courier your completed vehicle PCC no matter where you’re situated.

Get in touch with us today and let us assist.