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REQUIREMENTS TO BECOME A SAPS RESERVIST

In terms of

Regulations for the South African Police Reserve Service

(Government Gazette, 22 March 2002):

 

 

1     You must have permanent residence in the Republic of South Africa

2     You must be at least 18 years and under 70 years of age (documentary proof must be given)

3     A minor (underage person) can only be appointed as a reservist with the written permission of his or her legal                  guardian guardian

4     You must complete a health questionnaire as determined by the National Commissioner

5     You must be free of any mental or physical defect, disease or infirmity which may interfere with he proper execution         of your duties

6     You must be of good character and references must be provided

7     You must successfully complete the psychometric tests/assessments determined by the National Commissioner

8     You must have at least a Senior Certificate or an equivalent qualification of which documentary proof must be                   provided

9     You must be able to speak, read and write at least English as one of the official languages

10   You must allow your fingerprints to be taken and must not have been found guilty of an offence or be under                     prosecution for an offence

11   You must have no visible tattoos

12   You must be prepared to undergo such training as may be determined

13   You must be prepared to take the oath of office

14   Possessing a driver's license is a recommendation, but not a requirement for reservists