Equivalency Certificates
Equivalency Certificate Services in UAE
Get your foreign qualification legally recognized in the UAE.
An equivalency certificate is a document that the UAE Ministry of Education (MoE) officially issues to confirm that your foreign academic qualification is equal in standards and requirements to the UAE education system. The certificate is required if you wish to continue higher studies, practice a licensed profession, or apply for professional licenses in the UAE.
Why Do You Require an Equivalency Certificate?
An equivalency certificate validates your degree or diploma as equal to its UAE equivalent. You'll require it for:
- Working in Regulated Fields: Recruiters in such sectors as education, healthcare, engineering, and law demand an equivalency certificate to arrange work visas or professional licenses.
- Education Admission for Advanced Studies: Institutions of higher education in the UAE can demand equivalency as a prerequisite for admissions to postgraduate programs or crediting earlier degrees.
- Professional Licensing: Many government ministries and licensing authorities require equivalency to issue practice licenses in your profession.
- Promotion & Career Advancement: Equivalency is typically required for promotion or reclassification in the public and private sectors.
Without an equivalency certificate, your foreign qualification may not be accepted for official purposes in the UAE.
Key Benefits of Obtaining an Equivalency Certificate
- Official Validation: Your qualification is officially validated by the UAE Ministry of Education.
- Career Eligibility: Enables one to engage in legally accepted employment opportunities that demand recognized academic credentials.
- Educational Advancement: Enables entry into postgraduate education or further certifications.
- Compliance with Regulations: Prevents delay, rejection, or court cases in employment and licensing.
What Qualifications Need an Equivalency Certificate?
We provide equivalency services for:
- Bachelor's Degrees
- Master's Degrees
- Doctorate Degrees
- Diplomas (subject to the course of study and UAE requirements)
The Equivalency Certificate Process
Getting an equivalency certificate is a multi-step process with strict documentation. Here's a summary:
1. Attestation of Educational Documents: Educational certificates need to be attested by:
- Issuing the country's Ministry of Education
- UAE Embassy in the issuing country
- UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA)
2. Issuance of a Genuineness Letter: Some countries require a letter from the university stating that your qualification is authentic
3. Submission to UAE Ministry of Education: Send your attested documents and transcripts, passport copy, visa copy, and other documents required either online through the MoE portal or in person.
4. Evaluation and Approval: The Ministry evaluates your academic program, university accreditation, length of study, and curriculum to ascertain equivalency.
5. Issuance of Equivalency Certificate: The official equivalency certificate is then issued and used for employment, licensing, or educational purposes upon approval.
Conditions & Equivalency Requirements
For the issuance of an equivalency certificate, the following conditions should be fulfilled:
- Accredited University: The issuing university should be formally accredited and approved within its country of origin.
- Normal Study Mode: The majority of the qualifications should be acquired through on-campus full-time study (distance learning can be subject to limitations).
- Minimum Study Period: Should have UAE's minimum period of study required for the level of qualification.
- Valid Attestation: The documents should be validly attested by relevant authorities before submission.
Other requirements will depend on your study country and qualification level.
Why use Yes Pro?
We simplify the complicated equivalency process for you, quickly, and hassle-free by providing:
- Professional Consultation: Our experts simplify document requirements, eligibility verification, and submission processes.
- Document Attestation Coordination: We organize the attestation process before submission of equivalency.
- Online Submission Support: We walk you through the UAE Ministry of Education's online portal and upload your documents in the right way.
- Follow-Up Support: We track your application status and update you until its completion.
- Paperwork-Free Process: We make sure all paperwork is according to the Ministry's requirements to prevent delays or rejections.
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