Equivalency certification is the process by which, the ministry of education in the UAE attests
that a degree that has been awarded by any of the institute outside the UAE, meets the country's
education criteria as well as international academic standards. A candidate, who has completed
his/her studies from school/college, which is outside the UAE must present a certificate of
Equivalency for some of the professional job categories like Professors, Doctors, Banking staffs
etc., and also, candidates those who are looking forward to enroll for higher studies in the UAE
should also submit an equivalency certificate. This certificate is very much important for both
students and professionals because, it filters out invalid or fake degrees. It is also applicable for
those who have a distance or online learning certificate. As per the new UAE law, other than
professionals and students, people who are applying for a golden visa should also possess an
equivalency certificate from the ministry of education.
The documents required for the equivalency certification are,
1) The original bachelor's degree (for equalizing a bachelor's degree),
2) Transcript of the final year mark sheet
3) High school certificate
5) Secondary school certificate.
If you are equalizing a master's degree, you need to submit:
1) The original master's degree certificate,
2) Transcript of the final year mark sheet
3) Bachelor's degree certificate
5) Transcript of the final year mark sheet for bachelor's degree.
Time duration: Up to 4 to 5 working days (depends)