Requesting a credit report to establish an applicant's employment eligibility is illegal according to the South African National Credit Act.

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The South African National Credit Act regulates the use of credit information for lending purposes, not employment eligibility. Employment checks are governed by other laws, such as the Employment Equity Act and the Protection of Personal Information Act.

Requesting a Credit Report to Establish an Applicant's Employment Eligibility