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How Do I Convert Foreign Qualifications to UK?

Understanding UK Qualification Equivalency

The process of converting foreign qualifications to UK equivalents is handled by ECCTIS (formerly UK NARIC). They provide a Statement of Comparability, which confirms how your qualifications match the UK framework.

If you have foreign qualifications and plan to work, study, or apply for a visa in the UK, you may need to have your qualifications assessed and compared to the UK education system. This ensures they meet UK standards and can be recognised by employers, universities, and regulatory bodies.

Why Do You Need to Convert Foreign Qualifications?

You may need to convert your qualifications if you are:
โœ” Applying for a UK visa, including the Skilled Worker visa, Student visa, or High Potential Individual visa.
โœ” Seeking employment where UK employers require qualification recognition.
โœ” Applying to universities that need proof of UK equivalency.
โœ” Entering regulated professions, such as teaching, early years education, nursing, or engineering.
โœ” Meeting the UKโ€™s English language proficiency requirements for work or study.

Steps to Convert Your Qualifications to UK Standards

1. Apply for a Statement of Comparability

The Statement of Comparabilityย assesses your foreign qualifications against UK education levels.

Documents Required for a Statement of Comparability:

  • Final qualification certificate (e.g., degree or diploma).
  • Academic transcripts showing courses and grades.
  • Official translations if documents are not in English.
  • Medium of Instruction (MOI) letter if you need to prove English proficiency.

2. Apply for an English Language Assessment (If Required)

If you need to prove knowledge of English, you may require an English Language Proficiency Statement. ECCTIS will confirm whether your degree was taught in English and meets the CEFR standards (B1, B2, or C1 level).

3. Verify Qualifications for Early Years or Regulated Professions

If you plan to work in the Early Years sector, teaching, or other regulated professions, you may need a special qualification verification. ECCTIS offers:

  • Early Years Statement (for early childhood education professionals).
  • Industry Skills Statement (for construction, engineering, and trade jobs).
  • Teacher Qualification Assessment (for Qualified Teacher Status, QTS).

How Foreign Qualifications Compare to UK Education Levels

UK Qualification Level Equivalent Foreign Qualification
GCSE (Level 2)
High school diploma / O-levels
A-Levels (Level 3)
Secondary school leaving certificate
Bachelorโ€™s Degree (Level 6)
Undergraduate degree / Diploma
Masterโ€™s Degree (Level 7)
Postgraduate diploma / Masterโ€™s
PhD (Level 8)
Doctorate or equivalent qualification

How to Apply for Qualification Recognition?

Visit our Pricing & Order page and choose Statement of Comparability.

Early Years Qualification Recognition in the UK

If you hold early years education qualifications from outside the UK, you must apply for an Early Years Statement from NARIC ORG.

Who Needs an Early Years Statement?

โœ” Educators looking to work in nurseries, preschools, and childcare settings in England.
โœ” Those seeking Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) to work in early years education.
โœ” Professionals from non-UK countries who need official recognition of their teaching qualifications.

How do I convert foreign qualifications to UK? If you are already recognised as a qualified teacher in your home country, you may be eligible for automatic recognition.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Yes, if your qualifications were obtained outside the UK, you may need a Statement of Comparability to show they meet UK standards.

Standard applications: 15 working days.

No, a Statement of Comparability does not expire. However, you may need to reapply if regulations change.

Yes, you can use the same Statement of Comparability for job applications, visas, and university admissions.

Yes. If your documents are not in English, you must provide official translations.

You can check this by applying for a Statement of Comparability from NARIC ORG. They will confirm if your degree meets UK equivalency standards.

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How Naric Org Can Assist You

At Naric Org, we specialise in assisting individuals with obtaining NARIC certificates. Our services include:

  • Certified Translations of academic documents.
  • Application Processing Support for seamless submissions.
  • Notarisation & Legalisation for documents requiring authentication.

We ensure a hassle-free process, helping clients navigate qualification recognition smoothly.

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Final Thoughts

If you have foreign qualifications and want to work, study, or settle in the UK, converting them to UK equivalents is essential. Using NARIC ORG ensures your qualifications are recognised by UK employers, universities, and regulatory bodies.

By obtaining a Statement of Comparability or Early Years Statement, you can meet UK education and professional standards with confidence.

๐Ÿ”— Apply for your NARIC ORG Statement of Comparability today!

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