Welcome to the South African Council for the Property Valuers Profession
Who We Are
The South African Council for the Property Valuers Profession (SACPVP) is a statutory regulatory body established under the Property Valuers Profession Act, 2000 (Act No. 47 of 2000). The Council is responsible for regulating the property valuation profession in South Africa, acting in the public interest to ensure that all registered valuers are competent, ethical, and professionally accountable.
Registration
Registration with SACPVP is a legal requirement for individuals who wish to practise property valuation in South Africa.
Standards and Professional Conduct
The Council adopts and maintains valuation standards aligned with International Valuation Standards (IVS) and the SACPVP Code of Professional Conduct.
Public Protection
SACPVP exists to serve and protect the public interest through regulatory oversight, promoting transparency, accountability, and trust.
Examinations and Professional Development
SACPVP administers examinations and oversees continuous professional development to maintain professional competence.
Our Mandate
SACPVP's mandate is to regulate and promote the property valuation profession by establishing professional standards, overseeing registration, and enforcing ethical conduct. Through statutory oversight, the Council ensures that property valuations used for financial, legal, municipal, and commercial purposes are credible, consistent, and defensible.
What We Do
SACPVP carries out its statutory responsibilities through the following core functions:
- Registering and categorising property valuers
- Setting and enforcing professional and ethical standards
- Adopting valuation standards aligned with international best practice
- Administering examinations and overseeing professional development
- Protecting the public through compliance monitoring
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Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to the most common questions about registration, compliance, examinations, and professional development.
How do I register with SACPVP?
New registrations are not done on the Member Portal. Download the registration documents from the Registration page, complete them with supporting documents and proof of payment, then email your application to registrar@sacpvp.co.za. The portal is only for existing members to access or claim their profile.
What are the different categories of registration under the PVP Act?
Under Section 19 of the PVP Act: Professional Valuer, Professional Associated Valuer, Candidate Valuer, Candidate Single Residential Property Assessor, and Single Residential Property Assessor. These determine qualification requirements and scope of practice.
Do I need to pass a board exam to become a Professional Valuer or Pr AVal?
Yes. Both Professional Valuer (Pr Val) and Professional Associated Valuer (Pr AVal) applicants must pass the relevant SACPVP board examination before registration and annual fees become payable.
What is the Member Portal for?
The Member Portal is for existing registered members only, to access or claim your profile. New applicants must download forms from this website and email the Registrar. They cannot register through the portal.
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