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Skip to content UK NARIC, now known as UK ENIC, is the United Kingdom’s designated national agency responsible for evaluating and recognizing international qualifications. It does not conduct exams but provides Statements of Comparability to confirm the equivalence of overseas qualifications to UK standards. The agency plays a crucial role in assessing degree levels, English language proficiency, and other educational credentials required for work, study, and visa applications.
No, UK NARIC is not an exam. It is an official recognition service that evaluates international qualifications to determine their equivalent level in the UK. If you need to prove your English language skills, you may need to take a language proficiency test, such as IELTS or a Secure English Language Test (SELT), separately. However, if you have a degree that was taught in English, you may be able to use UK NARIC’s Statement of Comparability to meet the language requirement without an additional test.
You may need a UK NARIC certificate if:
If your degree was obtained in a non-English speaking country, you may need both a Statement of Comparability and an English Language Proficiency Statement.
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Confirms if a degree was taught in English.
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Confirms if a degree was taught in English.
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Supports applications for UK visas, including the Skilled Worker Visa and citizenship.
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Used for professional registrations.
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If you are applying for a UK visa, such as a Skilled Worker Visa, you may need to prove your English language proficiency. There are three ways to meet this requirement:
UK NARIC can confirm whether your degree is equivalent to a UK Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD and whether it meets English language requirements. This can often exempt applicants from taking additional language proficiency exams.
While UK NARIC is not an exam, it provides an alternative to taking a formal language proficiency test in some cases. If your degree was taught and assessed in English, UK NARIC’s Statement of Comparability and English Language Proficiency Statement can serve as proof. However, if your degree does not meet UK NARIC’s criteria, you will need to take an approved English language test.
NARIC is required only if your qualification was obtained outside the UK and you are using it to prove English proficiency or claim PhD tradeable points.
Yes, IELTS and other SELTs are accepted alternatives for proving English proficiency.
A NARIC Statement of Comparability has no expiration date and can be used for future applications.
Yes, if your degree was from a non-majority English-speaking country, you need an English Language Proficiency Statement from UK ENIC.
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At Naric Org, we specialise in assisting individuals with obtaining NARIC certificates. Our services include:
We ensure a hassle-free process, helping clients navigate qualification recognition smoothly.
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UK NARIC is not an exam, but an official recognition service that helps individuals verify their international qualifications for work, study, and visa applications in the UK. If you need to prove your English language proficiency or confirm your degree’s equivalent level, applying for a UK NARIC certificate can simplify the process and enhance your career or educational prospects in the UK.
For more details on how to apply, visit the NARIC Org website and start your application today.
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