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Embassy Attestation: Applicable to any degree

3 461,00 kr excl. Tax
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Postgrad Level 1: Master's Degree

57 679,00 kr excl. Tax
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Undergrad Level 2: Bachelor's Degree

34 607,00 kr excl. Tax
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Undergrad Level 1: Diploma Degree

23 072,00 kr excl. Tax
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Application Fee: Applicable to any degree

1 154,00 kr excl. Tax
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Cost per level:

  • Undergrad Level 1: Diploma = $2,196.00
    (inc. application fee)
  • Undergrad Level 2: Bachelor's Degree = $3,294.00
    (inc. application fee)
  • Postgrad Level 1: Master's Degree = $5,490.00
    (inc. application fee)

An application fee of $110.00 is required to start the process. The remaining amount is paied on delivery. 

DoE Candidate Application

The Degree of Equivalence Application at ​SIPAD VIU is a comprehensive process designed for individuals seeking validation of their educational and professional qualifications from other countries within the ​SIPAD VIU's academic and professional framework. This recognition can be essential for further employment, or migration purposes.

  • 1. Personal Details: This section captures essential details like name, date of birth, nationality, contact, and address information.

  • 2. Previous Education & Professional Experience: Applicants detail their academic history, including the institution name, graduation date, field of study, and language of instruction.

  • 3. Document Submission Checklist: Applicants are required to submit a variety of essential documents, including:
    A Consent Letter for ​SIPAD VIU to verify credentials.
    Academic qualifications.
    Professional certifications.
    Passport copy.
    An updated CV and cover letter.
    Current employment letter detailing position and responsibilities.
    Contact details of past employers.
    A minimum of three references.

  • 4. Purpose of Equivalence: Applicants specify the reason for seeking a DoE, such as employment, migration or other reasons.

  • 5. Declaration: A mandatory acknowledgment from the applicant confirming the accuracy of the information provided and understanding the potential consequences of providing false information.

How does the process for validation, evaluation, decision making, and issuing of Certificates at ​SIPAD VIU work?

  • 1. Submission of Application and Documents:
    1.1. Applicants submit the Degree of Equivalence Application form along with all required documents.
    1.2. An acknowledgment receipt is issued to the applicant, mentioning the expected duration of the evaluation process.

  • 2. Initial Review:
    2.1. ​SIPAD VIU's administrative team conducts a preliminary review to ensure that applications are complete and have all the required documents.
    2.2. Incomplete applications are either held until missing components are provided or are returned to the applicant with a list of missing items.
  • 3. Validation of Documents:
  • 3.1. Using the consent provided, ​SIPAD VIU reaches out to the relevant institutions, references, and employers to validate the authenticity of documents and claims made by the applicant.
    3.2. Any discrepancies found during validation are noted and might require the applicant's clarification.

  • 4. Evaluation:
    4.1. A dedicated evaluation committee or departmental unit assesses the validated documents. This process takes into account the relevance, quality, and equivalence of the applicant's qualifications concerning ​SIPAD VIU's standards.
    4.2. The evaluation process also considers the curriculum, grading system, quality of institutions attended, and relevance of work experience (if applicable).

  • 5. Decision Making:
    5.1. After thorough evaluation, the committee convenes to make a decision regarding the applicant's eligibility and the degree of equivalence.
    5.2. The decision could be: either 'Approval of full equivalence', 'Partial Approval with recommendations for additional coursework or exams', or 'Denial if the qualifications do not meet the required standards'.

  • 6. Communication to the Applicant:
    6.1. Applicants are notified of the decision in writing. This communication provides details on the evaluation, any additional requirements, or reasons for denial if applicable.
    6.2. Applicants may be given a window to appeal the decision, providing additional evidence or clarifications if they believe there was an oversight or misunderstanding.

  • 7. Issuing of Certificates:
    7.1. Upon approval, the Degree of Equivalence certificate is prepared, mentioning the applicant's qualifications and their equivalence in relation to ​SIPAD VIU's standards.
    7.2. Certificates are mailed to the applicant's registered address.
    7.3. Digital versions or online verifications are also be provided.

Note: The entire process, from submission to certificate issuance, can take anywhere from a few weeks to several months, depending on the complexity of the applicant's profile, responsiveness of references, and the volume of applications being processed by ​SIPAD VIU.