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Degree equivalency, your qualification recognised in the UAE.

Some jobs, professional licences and higher studies need your foreign degree to be formally recognised in the UAE. We prepare the file and handle the equivalency application.

Issued byThe UAE Ministry of Higher Education, for university degrees
Needed forSome jobs, professional licences and further study
Before applyingThe degree must be attested
Also checkedProof you studied where the degree was issued

Before you apply

You’ll usually need

  • An attested degree certificate
  • Attested transcripts
  • Proof you lived in the country of study, such as passport stamps or visas
  • A recognised, accredited university

Things that can slow it down

  • Distance or online programmes, which have stricter rules
  • Missing entry and exit records for the study period
  • An institution that isn’t accredited in its home country

What we handle, and what we’ll need from you

Send us copies on WhatsApp and we’ll confirm the exact list for your case before anything is filed.

What we handle

  • Checking your degree against the equivalency rules
  • Arranging attestation of the degree and transcripts
  • Preparing proof of study period
  • Application submission and fee payment
  • Replying to ministry requests for information
  • Delivering the equivalency certificate

Documents you’ll usually need

  • Attested degree certificate
  • Attested transcripts
  • Passport copy, with the pages showing study-period stamps or visas
  • Previous qualifications, such as a school certificate
  • Passport-size photo

Requirements can change and vary by authority. We confirm the current list before we start.

How it works

You message us once. We handle the forms, submissions and follow-ups.

  1. 1

    Check eligibility

    We confirm your degree and university meet the equivalency rules.

  2. 2

    Attest documents

    We make sure the degree and transcripts are attested.

  3. 3

    Apply

    We submit the application with proof of your study period.

  4. 4

    Certificate issued

    You receive the equivalency certificate.

Common questions

Do I need equivalency for every job?

No. It’s mainly needed for government jobs, regulated professions and further study. We check whether your case needs it.

Can online degrees get equivalency?

Some can, but the rules for online and distance learning are stricter. We review your programme before applying.

What if the ministry asks for more information?

We handle the reply and let you know exactly what’s needed.

Ready to start? Send us a message.

Send us a photo of your document and tell us where it will be used. We’ll reply with the steps and full fees.

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