What documents do you need to provide?

Please consult our list of documents specified for each country.

If you find our instructions unclear, please send your question by e-mail, naming the credential in its original language.

Do not send us scanned documents to obtain a preliminary assessment, since this work is an essential part of our fee-bearing service. We cannot judge documents but as a coherent body and in the material form of the required copies. Please send us only the documents named specifically for each country. If something is missing, you will be informed by e-mail accordingly.

May I have my documents translated abroad?

Yes, by a publicly sworn translator. Please mind, if certified copies of a translation are required: The translator himself or herself is not empowered to issue certified copies.

Where can I find a sworn translator in Germany?

Click on: www.justiz-dolmetscher.de or ask the nearest court of justice.

How long does it take to issue a Statement of Comparability?

You will receive the Statement of Comparability three months after we received all the documents needed and after you have paid the fee.

What should I do if I cannot hand in the requested missing documents right away?

Our applicants come from all over the world and some come from crisis areas and countries with armed conflicts. We therefore understand if a document cannot be submitted right away. If that is the case, please do the following:

• Please send us an e-mail.
• Give the reasons why you are unable to present the required documents.
• Let us know when you are planning to submit the documents.
• Inform us in time if you have to exceed this time limit.
• Make sure you contact us if you cannot hand in the documents at all.

In case we should not receive an answer concerning missing documents after several reminders, we will discard the application. You will then receive a 70% refund of the fee.