Introduction to SAICA

SAICA is at the forefront of developing, influencing and leading the highest standards of ethics, education and professional excellence in the delivery of quality accountancy skills. This is achieved by safeguarding the professional standards of the designations on offer; advancing and maintaining the relevance of the profession; and by regulating the members’ and associates’ professional conduct against the SAICA Code.

Our history

Since the founding of the South African Institute of Chartered Accountants (SAICA) in 1980, much has transpired for the profession worldwide. SAICA was already functioning and influencing major changes to the profession in the mid-1990s when a united South Africa emerged under Nelson Mandela as president.

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Governance structure and disciplinary process

Read more about SAICA’s disciplinary processes, hearings and outcomes as well as legal documents, including the SAICA Code of Professional Conduct, the SAICA Constitution and the SAICA by-laws, as well as information on how to lodge a complaint.

About SAICA governance

Operational information

Procurement and tenders

Find a list of our current and past tenders
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E-advertising rate card

Your guide on how to advertise on the SAICA website
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Professional health index

The Professional Health Index is a perception based survey aimed at gaining insights into your views of the chartered accountancy profession.
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Careers

Find out more about vacancies at SAICA and in the marketplace.

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B-BBEE Certificate

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Tax compliance status

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Bank Letters

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