If you are planning to work, obtain a residence visa, or complete employment-related formalities in the UAE and your educational qualification was obtained outside the UAE, you may be required to have your qualification officially recognised by the UAE authorities.
The UAE Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research (MOHESR) provides a service for the recognition of qualifications obtained from educational institutions outside the UAE. The service verifies the authenticity of the qualification and whether the awarding institution was appropriately accredited, allowing the qualification to be used for relevant professional, academic, employment, visa, residency, and government procedures.
Process flow
Step 1 – The applicant begins the process online and selects one of the Ministry's approved verification partners.
Step 2 – Select one of the Ministry's accredited/approved partners to conduct the required qualification verification.
Step 3 – Provide the required information and upload the necessary documents.
The verification partner will undertake the qualification verification process and may contact the awarding university/institution to confirm the authenticity of the qualification.
Step 4 – Once the qualification verification is completed, the applicant receives an email containing a link to proceed with the MOHESR recognition application.
Step 5 – The applicant should carefully review the information before proceeding to payment of the MOHESR recognition report fee.
Step 6 – After the application has been reviewed and approved, it will take minimum 18 to 22 working days, subject to approval.
The verification/approved partner may contact the awarding institution to verify the qualification. Applicants should therefore be prepared to provide additional academic or supporting documents if requested.
If you have obtained your degree or other higher-education qualification outside the UAE and are currently processing UAE visa or employment-related matters, it is advisable to check whether qualification recognition is required for your specific case.
For the latest requirements, procedures, and supporting documents, please contact us.
Requirements may vary and are subject to change from the regulatory authority.
The UAE Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research (MOHESR) provides a service for the recognition of qualifications obtained from educational institutions outside the UAE. The service verifies the authenticity of the qualification and whether the awarding institution was appropriately accredited, allowing the qualification to be used for relevant professional, academic, employment, visa, residency, and government procedures.
Who may need qualification recognition?
This service may be relevant to individuals who are:- Applying for a UAE employment or residence visa where educational qualification verification is required
- Starting a new job in the UAE
- Changing employment or updating their professional status
- Applying for positions that require a recognised degree or educational qualification
- Planning to continue their higher education in the UAE
- Completing professional or government-related procedures requiring recognised qualifications
Process flow
Step 1 – The applicant begins the process online and selects one of the Ministry's approved verification partners.
Step 2 – Select one of the Ministry's accredited/approved partners to conduct the required qualification verification.
Step 3 – Provide the required information and upload the necessary documents.
The verification partner will undertake the qualification verification process and may contact the awarding university/institution to confirm the authenticity of the qualification.
Step 4 – Once the qualification verification is completed, the applicant receives an email containing a link to proceed with the MOHESR recognition application.
Step 5 – The applicant should carefully review the information before proceeding to payment of the MOHESR recognition report fee.
Step 6 – After the application has been reviewed and approved, it will take minimum 18 to 22 working days, subject to approval.
Documents required
According to the current MOHESR service page, the standard required documents are:- Graduation certificate
- Passport
- Additional documents that may be required
The verification/approved partner may contact the awarding institution to verify the qualification. Applicants should therefore be prepared to provide additional academic or supporting documents if requested.
Name difference
If the name on the qualification certificate differs from the applicant's current name, a name-change certificate must be submitted. The Ministry advises applicants to contact an authorised partner regarding the procedure for obtaining the required verification.Translation
Where documents require translation, the Ministry states that applicants may use a legal translation service provider accredited by the relevant authorities.Why is it important?
Having your overseas educational qualification recognised can help you complete official procedures where proof of your academic qualification is required. The requirements can vary depending on your profession, employer, visa category, and individual circumstances.If you have obtained your degree or other higher-education qualification outside the UAE and are currently processing UAE visa or employment-related matters, it is advisable to check whether qualification recognition is required for your specific case.
For the latest requirements, procedures, and supporting documents, please contact us.
Requirements may vary and are subject to change from the regulatory authority.