Secure your next hire with trusted pre-employment screening in South Africa.
Online background checks, digital questionnaires and professional vetting powered by True Lie Detectors & Vetting.
Backed by 181 five-star reviews on our parent company's Google profile.
PreAppliCheck is powered by True Lie Detectors & Vetting, the same accredited team, the same vetting experts, the same reputation South African employers have trusted for years.
“I had a dispute between workers with serious allegations being bandied. Jacques was able to get the truth without even resorting to a polygraph. He was the consummate professional and very efficient. I have no hesitation in recommending him and his business!”
“Exceptional service and professionalism! I recently used True Lie Detectors & Vetting for a pre-employment screening, and I couldn't be more impressed. The team was thorough, efficient, and made the entire process seamless. Their reports were detailed and easy to understand, providing us with the confidence we needed to make an informed hiring decision.”
“Going for a polygraph is always a bit nerve-wracking, even when you have nothing to hide. But the entire process was explained in detail and I was made to feel surprisingly at ease. The examiner was professional and approachable, which really helped settle the nerves. It turned out to be a far more pleasant experience than I expected.”
“I found the facilitator, Jacques, professional in his approach and whilst performing the assessment as well as his explanation of the process was thorough and clear to understand. Having previously undergone a polygraph assessment, if I had to compare the two, I find this recent assessment without doubt far superior.”
Why South African employers choose us
Screening built for real hiring — not a call-centre checklist.
Nationwide coverage
9 accredited examiners across Durban, Pretoria, Bloemfontein, Vereeniging, Bela Bela and Barberton.
Fast turnaround
Most checks return in 24–72 hours. Full dossiers within 5 working days.
Expert examiners
Every case handled by a real vetting expert never a call-centre script.
A rigorous 4-step process
Designed for the realities of the South African labour market fast, compliant, evidence-backed.
Choose your checks
Pick a package or the individual checks you need and send us your details.
We reach out
A vetting expert calls or emails you within one business day to confirm scope.
Candidate consent
We invite your candidate via a secure link and capture POPIA-compliant consent.
Receive dossier
You get a clear PDF report with recommendations based on your request.
What we check
From identity and criminal history to forensic polygraph examinations. A complete vetting toolkit for South African employers.
ID Verification
Home Affairs NPR-linked biometric ID verification in under 10 minutes.
Criminal Record
SAPS AFIS fingerprint clearance in 24–72 hours.
Credit & ITC
Consumer credit profiles from TransUnion, Experian, XDS and Compuscan.
Qualifications
Direct verification with SAQA, Umalusi, universities and councils.
Employment History
Past employers, dates, roles and reasons for leaving — logged and evidenced.
Social Media Audit
Discreet review of public digital footprint for reputational risk.
Intelligent Questionnaire
Examiner-designed adaptive questions that surface inconsistencies.
Polygraph (Optional)
Forensic-grade lie detection by TLDV's accredited examiners.
Most-requested checks in South Africa
Deep-dive pages for the specific verifications SA employers run most.
Police Clearance Certificate
SAPS 91(a) / AFIS fingerprint clearance in 24–72 hours.
ID Verification
Home Affairs NPR match with biometric scoring.
Credit & ITC Check
Consumer credit profile from all major SA bureaus.
Qualification Verification
Degrees, diplomas & SETA / professional bodies.
Employment Verification
Confirm past employers, dates, roles and reasons for leaving.
Polygraph Testing
Forensic-grade exams by TLDV accredited examiners.
Driver's Licence & PrDP
eNaTIS-linked licence and PrDP status verification.
Criminal Record Expungement
Guided Chapter 10 record removal for eligible candidates.
Pre-built bundles by sector
Purpose-built screening packages for the industries with the strictest hiring rules in South Africa.
Tailored screening packages
Transparent per-check pricing in South African Rand. Pay only for what you need.
Fast baseline verification for high-volume hiring.
- ID verification
- Credit history sweep
- Intelligent Questionnaire
- Digital consent capture
Our most-trusted package for permanent hires.
- Everything in Essential
- Criminal record check (SAPS/AFIS)
Forensic-grade vetting for executive and sensitive roles.
- Full executive screening
- Forensic polygraph examination
- Contact Trace
Answers, before you ask
How long does a background check take?+
Essential checks typically complete within 24–48 hours. Professional and Elite packages take 2–5 working days depending on SAPS turnaround and polygraph scheduling.
Do you offer polygraph testing?+
Yes — through our parent company True Lie Detectors & Vetting (TLDV), with a network of accredited examiners across South Africa. A vetting expert handles every client enquiry directly.
How do I pay?+
Send us your details via the contact form and we'll issue an invoice in ZAR. Payment is by EFT before the checks are released.
Do you serve clients outside KZN?+
Absolutely — we service employers and recruitment agencies across South Africa. Our accredited examiners are based in Durban, Bloemfontein, Vereeniging, Pretoria, Bela Bela and Barberton, with a satellite office in Hillcrest, Durban.
Ready to hire with confidence?
Speak directly with a vetting expert, or dive straight into our packages.