Frequently Asked Questions.

It is important that the correct reference number is used for each payment that is made to SACAP to ensure that the payment is allocated to the correct invoice. The reference number to be used is the invoice number starting with 3000…

 For online payments, a post-paid invoice will be automatically issued, and the payment will be allocated to the respective invoices. In the case of bulk payments, a pro-forma invoice will be issued. This invoice will include a unique reference number that MUST be used when making the payment.

Failure to use this reference number will result in the payment not being allocated to the corresponding invoice. To avoid potential misallocations, it is advisable to make payments online. 

Candidates are encouraged to update MTRs monthly to maintain accuracy and ensure timely progress reviews.

During each five-year cycle, every Registered Professional must obtain a minimum of 25 CPD points to qualify for renewal of their registration in terms of section 22 (1) of the Act.

A minimum of (5) five of the total number of points required must be obtained and claimed in Category 1 – Developmental Activities.

Currently only the above-mentioned universities have been accredited or validated. However, SACAP has supported the accreditation of Academy of Institutional Excellence (AIE), Academy of Institutional Excellence (AIE), School of Explorative Architecture (SEA), Arcia School Consulting; STADIO at the Council on Higher Education (CHE).
No, you cannot call yourself an architectural professional unless you are registered as a Professional with the SACAP, you may instead call yourself an architectural graduate.