SLC-001

TENANT PRE-SCREENING QUESTIONNAIRE

Smarter Landlords. Better Decisions.

Important Notice

This questionnaire is designed to determine whether a prospective tenant meets the landlord's minimum screening criteria before a viewing or a full rental application is arranged.

Completing this questionnaire does not guarantee a viewing appointment or approval to rent the property.

Property Details

Applicant Details

Household Information

Employment & Affordability

Rental History

Rental Payment History

Financial Screening

Pets & Smoking

Supporting Documents

Required Documents

Required Documents (if progressing to the next stage)

If the applicant is invited to continue, request:

Important Notice

This questionnaire is intended solely as a preliminary screening tool.

Completing this questionnaire:

  • does not create a tenancy,
  • does not guarantee a viewing,
  • does not guarantee approval,
  • does not oblige the landlord to offer a lease.

The landlord reserves the right to conduct additional verification, request supporting documentation, contact references, and assess each application in accordance with the landlord's selection criteria and applicable South African law.

Privacy Notice

The information collected in this questionnaire is requested for the purpose of assessing the applicant's suitability for a rental property.

The landlord and/or authorised managing agent should process personal information responsibly, retain it only for as long as reasonably necessary, protect it appropriately, and handle it in accordance with applicable South African privacy laws.

Applicant Declaration

I declare that the information supplied is true and correct to the best of my knowledge.

I understand that:

  • This is a preliminary screening questionnaire.
  • Completing this questionnaire does not guarantee a viewing, approval or a lease.
  • I may be requested to complete a full Rental Application.
  • The landlord may verify the information supplied.
  • My personal information will be processed for the purpose of assessing my suitability as a prospective tenant and handled in accordance with applicable South African law.

For Landlord Use Only

Landlord Pre-Screening Assessment

SA Landlord Connect Best Practice

Professional Landlord Checklist

Before arranging a property viewing, consider the following:

Viewing Decision

Based on the information provided, the landlord should:

Landlord Education Tip

Pre-screen first. View later.

One of the most common mistakes landlords make is arranging multiple property viewings before establishing whether an applicant meets the basic rental requirements.

A short pre-screening questionnaire can help you:

  • Save time by focusing on suitable applicants.
  • Reduce unnecessary viewings.
  • Identify potential concerns early.
  • Gather the information needed before requesting a full rental application.
  • Create a more consistent and professional screening process.

Before You Sign a Lease...

Ask yourself:

Can they afford the rent?
Have I verified their references?
Have I reviewed the Tenant Reference Record?
Have I protected my investment?