Equivalency Certificate for Foreign Academic Qualifications
Higher Education
Assesses foreign academic credentials against national standards to determine level and comparability for admission, employment or licensure. Applicants submit original certificates, transcripts, syllabi, accreditation evidence and identity documents. Evaluators verify authenticity, evaluate credit loads, learning outcomes and institutional recognition. Where needed, external reference databases and bilateral agreements are consulted. Decisions specify equivalent level, field and recognition notes. Appeals and re-evaluation procedures exist for new evidence. Outcomes are recorded for statistical analysis and policy calibration. Processing times are communicated; complex cases may require extended review.