Qualifications obtained outside Spain
Distinguish recognition, credit transfer and permission to practise before paying fees or translations.
Choose the correct procedure
The Education Ministry explains recognition and validation of foreign non-university studies. University qualifications and regulated professions use different routes: confirm the competent authority for your case.
Prepare documents before spending
Read the procedure for required qualifications, transcripts, identification, legalisation or apostille, translation and fees. Requirements depend on the country and studies.
- Keep copies and proof of submission.
- Ask the school about studying while a decision is pending; neither admission nor equivalence is automatic.
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