Procedure and procedure for diploma certification

Contacting the competent authority
The first step in the diploma recognition procedure is to contact the institution responsible for recognizing foreign educational documents. In most cases, this is The Ministry of Education, Science and Technological Development of the Republic of Serbia, while for certain fields and specialized programs, the competence may be transferred to to a specific university or faculty..
Our expert consultants make this step easier by directing you to the exact institution, explaining the required procedures, and providing guidelines on how to start the process right away without unnecessary loss of time.

Submission of Application
Once you determine the competent authority, it is necessary to fill out the application form for diploma recognition. This is a key document that contains information about the candidate, the educational institution, and the obtained diploma. Although the form may appear simple at first glance, in practice uncertainties often arise regarding the correct way of filling it out, which can lead to rejection or prolongation of the procedure. Our team has ready-made forms and many years of experience in completing them properly, which significantly shortens the duration of the process and helps avoid administrative errors.

Preparation of Documentation
For the successful completion of the diploma recognition process, it is necessary to submit:

  • the original diploma or certified copies (depending on the regulations),

  • official translations of the documents done by a certified court interpreter,

  • additional attachments – such as transcripts of records, curriculum, or certificates from the home educational institution, if required by the competent authority.

This part of the procedure often causes the most uncertainty, as each institution may have its own specific requirements. We provide support in collecting and verifying the completeness of the documentation to ensure that your application is accepted without delays.

Payment of fees
The diploma recognition procedure necessarily involves the payment of certain administrative fees and charges. The amount may vary depending on the level of education, the country in which the diploma was obtained, and the institution handling the procedure. Our team provides you with all the precise information regarding the amounts and payment accounts, as well as detailed instructions on how to make the payment. In this way, you avoid mistakes that could slow down the process or require additional corrections.

Recognition decision
After the documentation is reviewed and compared with domestic educational standards, the competent authority issues a decision on recognition. 

Regardless of the scenario, diploma recognition is a key step that opens the door to employment, further studies, or the exercise of professional rights in Serbia.