Criminal Record Check Solutions Tailored for Every Sector
Built for scale. Designed for certainty. Make screening a standard. Let’s design a screening solution that fits your organisation.
Different industries face different hiring risks, compliance requirements, and operational challenges.
Implementing criminal record checks as part of your hiring process helps ensure your workforce meets the trust, safety, and regulatory standards required in your sector.
At HURU, we support South African businesses with criminal record checks tailored to industry-specific needs.
Hire with Confidence. Protect Your Business. Stay Compliant.
In today’s risk-sensitive business environment, one bad hire can lead to financial loss, reputational damage, or legal exposure. Our criminal record check solutions are designed to help organisations across South Africa make informed, compliant hiring decisions – quickly and confidently.
Whether you’re hiring at scale or vetting a single candidate, we provide accurate, secure, and fast background screening tailored to your industry’s unique risks.
What Sets Our Solution Apart
Fast Turnaround Times
Get results quickly so you can hire without delays.
Seamless Integration
Integrate with your existing HR or recruitment systems via API for a frictionless workflow.
Accurate & Verified Data
Access reliable criminal record information sourced through trusted channels.
Secure & POPIA-Compliant
Protect candidate data with robust security and compliance with South African regulations.
Scalable for Any Business Size
Integrate with your existing HR or recruitment systems via API for a frictionless workflow.
Simple, Streamlined Process
1. Register with HURU
Speak to our expert sales team for a quote and register on our secure platform to start using our service.
2. Send your candidate to get scanned
Send your candidate to their closest PostNet or Jetline store at one of over 500 fingerprint capture locations to have their fingerprints scanned. There is no booking required, and fingerprint scanning is free of charge.
What candidates NEED to bring:
- Original, valid RSA ID, RSA Driver’s License or Foreign Passport
- A cellphone
3. Request checks via our secure portal
Login to your HURU account.
Search for your candidate using their ID or Passport Number.
Choose how soon you would like to receive the results. (You will pay a different fee depending on the time you choose.)
4. Get the results!
You will receive the Criminal Record Check Report via email.
You can also access it online via our secure portal.
Active Capture Locations
Why Criminal Record Checks Matter for Your Business
Reduce Risk
Identify undisclosed criminal history before it impacts your organisation.
Ensure Compliance
Meet regulatory and industry-specific screening requirements.
Protect Reputation
Safeguard your brand, clients, and stakeholders.
Improve Hiring Quality
Make better, data-driven hiring decisions.
Demonstrate Due Diligence
Show that you’ve taken reasonable steps to vet employees.
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FAQs
Why does HURU use fingerprints for criminal record checks?
Fingerprint verification is the most reliable way to confirm a candidate’s identity, ensuring the criminal record check is linked to the right person – not just a name or ID number.
Is it legal to conduct criminal checks on job candidates in South Africa?
Yes, criminal record checks are legal in South Africa, provided the candidate gives informed consent. Employers must comply with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) when collecting and processing personal data.
What information is included in a criminal record check?
A criminal record check typically reveals any recorded criminal offences, including convictions and pending cases linked to the individual’s identity in the South African Police Service (SAPS) database.
Can foreign nationals be checked?
Criminal record checks in South Africa are typically limited to records within the SAPS database. Foreign National’s can be checked in South Africa, provided that valid passports are presented at capture locations.
Do I need the candidate's permission to run a Criminal Record Check?
Yes. Written or digital consent from the candidate is required before conducting a criminal record check. This ensures compliance with privacy laws and ethical hiring practices.
Why choose HURU for criminal record checks for employees?
HURU offers fast, secure, and fully digital criminal record checks across South Africa. Our platform is designed for convenience, compliance, and accuracy, helping businesses streamline their hiring process with confidence.
Can I run Criminal Record Checks on existing employees?
Yes, but you must obtain consent and ensure it aligns with your company policies and employment agreements. Ongoing screening is common in industries like finance, security, and healthcare.
What happens if a candidate has a criminal record?
A criminal record does not automatically disqualify a candidate. Employers should assess the relevance of the offence to the role, the severity, and how much time has passed before making a decision.