Circular: Clarity on Extension Application Process

Dear Valued Stakeholder,

 Further to our communication dated 19 June 2026 regarding the Final Transitional Arrangements for Selected Expired MICT SETA Qualifications, this circular serves to clarify the process for accreditation extension applications relating to the qualifications that were granted a final transitional extension in terms of Government Gazette No. 54858, published on 17 June 2026. 

1. Clarification Regarding Extension Letters

As previously communicated, the Ministerial Directive provides a final six (6) month extension for learner enrolment and achievement for eleven (11) specified MICT SETA qualifications only. MICT SETA will only issue accreditation extension letters for the eleven (11) qualifications specifically listed in Government Gazette 54858 and referenced in our communication of 19 June 2026. No extensions will be considered or granted for any qualifications not included in the Gazette provisions and the associated MICT SETA communication.

 Providers are reminded that:

• The qualifications have not been re-registered and remain expired qualifications.
• The extension is a final transitional arrangement and does not constitute reinstatement or re-registration of the qualifications.
• The extension period is limited to six (6) months only.
• No new accreditation approvals will be granted for these qualifications. 

2. Qualifications Eligible for Extension Applications

Applications will only be considered for the following qualifications:

3. Application Process

Providers seeking an accreditation extension for any of the above qualifications must complete the online application form using the following link:

ACCREDITATION EXTENSION: GAZETTE 54858 – Application Form: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/um2m1TSJyv

The process will be as follows:

1. Submit the online application form for the relevant qualification(s).
2. Applications will be downloaded and reviewed on a weekly basis.
3. Within 7 days of submitting the application, providers will receive a link through which supporting documentation must be uploaded.
4. The submitted information and supporting documentation will be evaluated against the Gazette provisions and the provider’s historical accreditation status.
5. Where all requirements are met, an accreditation extension letter will be issued for the applicable qualification(s).
6. Extension letters will only be issued for qualifications covered by Government Gazette 54858 and the MICT SETA communication issued on 19 June 2026. 

4. Closing Date for Applications

To ensure that all applications can be processed before the expiry of the extension period, all applications must be submitted by no later than 01 November 2026. 

Applications received after this date may not be processed in time for the provider to benefit from the extension period. 

5. Support and Enquiries

For assistance regarding the application process, please contact: Kgothatso Sibulela on kgothatso.sibulela@mict.org.za 

We encourage all affected providers to submit their applications as early as possible to avoid delays in processing. 

Yours in Skills Development

MICT SETA