Jewellery Council of South Africa

Jewellery Council of South Africa

Membership Criteria & Requirements

Becoming a member means committing to high standards of professionalism, ethics, and quality. Eligibility depends on your category across the jewellery value chain.

Membership categories & eligibility

Requirements vary by Manufacturing, Wholesale, and Retail members; all applicants commit to ethical conduct and compliance.

Standards you agree to uphold

Code of Ethics, lawful trading, sound references, and quality products appropriate to your category and market.

Eligibility

Membership categories

Each division focuses on its primary business activity. Turnover, references, and compliance determine eligibility.

Manufacturing Members - JMASA

  • Turnover: >60% from manufacturing jewellery.
  • Two independent supplier references.
  • Reasonable quality of jewellery manufactured.
  • Highest jewellery manufacturing qualification (owner or senior employee) or equivalent reference.
  • Valid Jeweller's Permit (SADPMR) or other applicable permits.
  • May be referred to Regional/Executive Committee; meeting may be required.

Wholesale Members - JAWDA

  • Turnover: >60% from wholesale/import of jewellery or supplying the industry.
  • Two independent supplier references.
  • Proof of registration and compliance (CIPC or similar).
  • Reasonable product offering.
  • Two recommendations from JCSA members in good standing.
  • Regional/Executive Committee review; meeting may be required.

Retail Members

  • Turnover: >60% from retail of jewellery.
  • Two independent supplier references.
  • Reasonable product offering.
  • Presentable store appearance in context of location.
  • Two recommendations from JCSA members in good standing.
  • Regional/National review; store inspection may be required.

Application steps

Supporting documentation & process

Supporting documentation required

  • Company logo, letterhead, or business card.
  • Copy of ID (owner / MD / CEO).
  • Proof of payment of application fee (R1 150, non-refundable).
  • Copy of Jeweller's Permit (if applicable).
  • Jewellery-related qualifications (if applicable).
  • Second-hand Dealers Licence (if applicable).
  • Any additional documentation requested.

Application process (summary)

  1. Submit application with supporting documents.
  2. Pay application fee (R1 150, non-refundable).
  3. References verified; regional committee review.
  4. Inspection / meeting may be requested to confirm eligibility.
  5. Executive Committee makes final decision.
  6. Outcome communicated; invoice issued if successful.

Discipline & resignation

Ongoing compliance

Discipline & compliance

  • All members are bound by the JCSA Code of Ethics and Conduct.
  • Suspensions or expulsions may occur due to non-payment, misconduct, or arbitration rulings.
  • Decisions are made by the JCSA Executive Committee after due process.

Resignation

  • Membership renews annually unless a formal written resignation is received.
  • All outstanding membership fees must be settled before resignation is processed.

Next steps

Ready to apply?

Submit your application with the required documents to start the review process.

Application fee payment (R1 150, non-refundable)

Use your company name as the payment reference and email proof to admin@jewellery.org.za.

  • Nedbank
  • Account no: 1944 121 854
  • Branch name: Campus Square | Branch Code: 198765
  • Fee is for processing only and does not guarantee acceptance.
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