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Equivalency Certificate UAE
Why require equivalency certificate and how do I obtain one?
Equivalency certificate procedure in UAE
Prior to the submission of your documents for Equivalency & attestation, you should ensure having the original documents.
Applicants who finished their tertiary education abroad in the United Arab Emirates must receive an equivalency certificate from the UAE Ministry of Education
The main steps involved in this procedure are:
Step 1: Document Preparation and Authentication
- Gather original educational certificates and transcripts
- Obtain attestation from your home country’s authorities
- Secure UAE Embassy attestation in your country of study
- Get MOFA (Ministry of Foreign Affairs) attestation in the UAE
- Arrange for certified translation if documents are not in Arabic or English
Step 2: Verification Through Authorized Providers
- Complete verification through DataFlow or QuadraBay (MOE’s official verification partners)
- Submit your degrees and supporting documents
- Receive a verification report with a unique reference number
- This verification confirms your qualification’s authenticity
Step 3: UAE PASS Registration and Setup
- Download and install the UAE PASS application
- Register with valid Emirates ID, GCC ID, or passport
- Complete verification process for digital identity
- This secure digital ID is required for MOE online services
Step 4: MOHESR Recognition Application
With a positive verification report, applicants submit through MOHESR’s unified digital portal, providing:
MOHESR Online Application Submission
- Visit the MOE /MOHESR online portal for certificate equivalency
- Log in using your UAE PASS credentials
- Enter your DataFlow/QuadraBay verification reference number
- Complete the application form with accurate personal and educational details
- Upload all required supporting documents
- Pay the application fee (varies by qualification level)
Step 5: Application Processing and Certificate Issuance
- MOE evaluates the application and verifies all documents
- Application status can be tracked through the MOE portal
- If approved, the Certificate of Recognition is issued (typically within 2 days)
- The certificate is delivered to your registered email address
- You can download the certificate from your MOE account
- Kindly note the process may vary depending on the document and the laws of the origin & destination country. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs may be replaced by an Apostille if the origin or destination countries are part of Hague convention 1961.
- Original certificates may not be required for some countries.
- Acceptance or rejection of documents is solely based on the discretion of the government authorities concerned. Furthermore, the requirements and processes may vary from time to time depending on the government department’s policies, terms and conditions.
UAE Certificate of Equivalency For Applicants Outside the UAE
Applying for a Certificate of Recognition before relocating to the UAE is highly recommended, as it is often a mandatory prerequisite for Golden Visas, securing regulated job offers, or gaining admission to universities. However, managing international document attestations, coordinating with DataFlow/QuadraBay, and navigating portal requirements without a standard UAE residency can be challenging from abroad.
We Handle Your Entire Equivalency Process from Abroad
What is the reason for my equivalency rejection in the UAE?
5 common reasons for equivalency rejection?
- Make sure all the required attestation of the documents are finished.
- If your university is not listed in MOE they will reject your documents.
- Submit all your supporting documents like Genuity letter, Entry and exit status repost, etc.
- MOE won’t accept any distance studies or online educational documents.
- Make sure your details in the passport should be the same as your educational documents.
University Degree Recognition: How the New System Works
Stage 1: DataFlow Primary Source Verification
| DataFlow Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Standard timeframe | 12 to 25 working days from date of payment |
| Documents required | Copy of degree, transcripts/marksheets, passport copy, signed Letter of Authorization |
| Payment | Debit/credit card only |
Required Documents for Certificate Equivalency in the UAE
General Requirements for All Applications
- Valid Emirates ID card (for UAE residents)
- Valid passport copy and visa page
- ICA travel report (for specific cases)
- Legal translation of certificates if not in Arabic or English
High School Certificate Equivalency Requirements
- Original and certified graduation certificate for grade 12
- Original and certified transcripts/mark sheets for grades 10, 11, and 12
- For Muslim students, certificates of Islamic education studies
- Any additional testing certificates such as TOEFL, IELTS, or EmSAT (depending on the curriculum)
University Degree Equivalency Requirements
For Bachelor’s Degree Equivalency
- Certified bachelor’s degree certificate
- Official transcripts/mark sheets from the university
- Certified high school certificate (mandatory for MOE application)
- Proof of regular attendance in the country where studies were conducted
- Academic records for any transferred credit hours from each educational institution
For Master’s Degree Equivalency
- Certified master’s degree certificate
- Official transcripts
- Certified bachelor’s degree certificate and transcripts
- Any previous equivalency certificates
- Document specifying the start date of studies if not shown in academic records
- Copy of research abstract and official letter from the university for master’s and doctoral degree equivalency
For PhD Degree Equivalency
- Certified PhD certificate
- Official transcripts
- Certified master’s degree certificate and transcripts
- Certified bachelor’s degree certificate and transcripts
- Research abstract and official letter from the university.
Where GloboPrime Provides Assistance
- Free pre-check: We verify your university’s MOHESR recognition status before you pay anything
- Full Attestation: Home country education board, MFA, UAE Embassy, UAE MOFA for 120+ countries
- DataFlow / QuadraBay: Document preparation, uploads, and follow-up
- Certified Translation: MOJ approved translators for non-Arabic/English documents
- KHDA/ADEK/SPEA Attestation: For Grade 12 from UAE-based schools
- MOE/MOHESR Submission: Complete application package prepared and submitted
- Rejection Recovery: We review reasons and resubmit or file reconsideration
- Combined Services: Equivalency + Golden Visa, Equivalency + DHA licensing
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FAQs
Yes, degree equivalency is mandatory for specific Golden Visa categories in the UAE. As of 2025, professionals applying under the highly skilled professional route, including managers, chief executives, engineers, doctors, and scientists must submit an equivalency certificate from the Ministry of Education alongside their legalized degree certificate. This requirement ensures that all academic qualifications meet UAE standards and are from accredited institutions.
To attest certificates for equivalency in the UAE, you must follow a strict legal sequence:
- Issuing Country Notarization: Verify the original document with a Notary Public or the local Ministry of Education.
- Home Country MOFA: Authenticate the certificate at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in the issuing country.
- UAE Embassy: Obtain a legal stamp from the UAE Embassy or Consulate located in the country of origin.
- UAE MOFA: Complete the final attestation at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) inside the United Arab Emirates.
You must attest the original documents for an Equivalency Certificate in the UAE. The Ministry of Education (MOE) and Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research (MOHESR) will reject equivalency applications that use attested copies. While true copies can be attested for internal HR files, official equivalency strictly requires MOFA and Embassy stamps on the original degree.
You can apply for an Equivalency Certificate entirely online through the unified digital portal of the UAE Ministry of Education (MOE) or the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research (MOHESR). In-person applications at customer happiness centers are no longer accepted. To submit your application, you must log in securely using the UAE PASS digital identity app.
GloboPrime Attestation Services is located across three primary branches in the UAE to serve both residents and corporate clients:
- Dubai Head Office: Al Fahad Building 2, Al Qusais 2 (Near the Ministry of Education)
- Dubai Marina Corporate Branch: Level 29, Marina Plaza, Dubai Marina
- Abu Dhabi Branch: Al Khazna Tower on Najda Street
To submit an application for an Equivalency Certificate in the UAE, you must provide the following required documents:
- Fully attested original degree certificate
- Fully attested official academic transcripts
- Primary Source Verification (PSV) report from DataFlow or QuadraBay
- A copy of your valid Passport
- A copy of your UAE Visa or Emirates ID
- Legal Arabic translation (if the original is not in English or Arabic)
The role of Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) attestation in the UAE is to provide the final, mandatory legal authentication for your foreign documents. MOFA verifies the legitimacy of the stamps placed by the UAE Embassy abroad. The UAE Ministry of Education requires this final MOFA seal to legally recognize your international degree inside the country.
UAE Equivalency Certificates
Globoprime has been assisting clients with the UAE equivalency process establishing expertise in the field.
- MOE Requirements: We offer advice based on our in-depth knowledge of Ministry of Education (MOE) requirements, backed by expertise and experience.
- Eligibility Check: Before initiating the process, we thoroughly evaluate documents to ensure clients meet eligibility criteria, aiming to prevent disappointments, wasted time, and money.
- Up-to-Date Information: We stay informed about any changes in the MOE equivalency process and regularly update our knowledge through monitoring the MOE portal.
- Document Collection Guidance: We assist clients in collecting all necessary documents and advise them on which documents may be required by MOE during the equivalency process, thus setting clear expectations from the outset.
- Follow-Up Verification: We provide unparalleled follow-up verification services, keeping clients updated on each step of the verification process.
- Relations with Verification Entities: We boast positive relationships with both verification entities, which may facilitate smoother processes for clients.
- Clear Communication: We emphasize clear communication, ensuring that clients understand each step of the process and their requirements.
- Guidance on Additional Documents: If additional documents are required during the verification process, we offer assistance and guidance to help clients secure them.
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