Equivalency Certificate Attestation in UAE

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An equivalency certificate, also known as the Certificate of Recognition, is a mandatory requirement from the Ministry Of Education in the UAE. Essential for anyone who wishes to validate their educational qualifications in the UAE. This certificate ensures that your degree or diploma is earned from an accredited university outside the UAE, and it meets the UAE’s Ministry of Education’s and international academic standards, making it a critical step for work, study, to secure a Golden Visa, or also for the highly skilled/ level 1 visa.

Employment: Employers in the UAE often require an equivalency certificate to verify that your qualifications are equivalent to the UAE educational standards, mainly for teaching, medical, engineering, and for government sector jobs.

Higher Education: Universities and colleges in the UAE require it for admission into higher studies

Visa and Residency: Certain visa categories like level one (Director, Manager, CEO) require proof of educational equivalency in the UAE in order to obtain a Golden Visa, Society of Engineers registration etc.

1. Degree Certificate
2. Degree Marksheets/ Official Transcripts issued from the university
3. Passport Copies
4. Emirates ID copy (For UAE residents only)
5. Exit & Entry Report (Case Specific)

The process for equivalency for a UAE visa typically involves several steps to ensure the authenticity of your educational documents. Here’s how the process unfolds:

Gather Required Documents
Original Degree and Transcripts: Secure the original copies of your degree and academic transcripts.
Passport Copy: A clear copy of your passport.
Other Supporting Documents: Depending on your case, you might need additional documents such as a embassy letter, thesis, dissertation, or course descriptions.

Verify Your Degree (Genuineness)
Verify your degree or validate a verification letter obtained from the embassy.

Complete MoE Application
Use UAE PASS to log in to the MoE website and apply for your Certificate of Recognition. Ensure all details match your supporting documents.

Receive Certificate
After MoE review and approval, your Certificate of Recognition will be issued within two days to your registered email address.