Work B2

Recognition of foreign qualifications

How to check whether your professional qualification needs to be recognized in Germany and which office is responsible.

anerkennung beruf qualification

What is that?

For many professions, recognition of foreign qualifications is crucial for starting a career.

Where do I do that?

Recognition in Germany Portal and responsible recognition bodies per profession/state.

Required documents

  • Graduation certificates
  • Subject/hour records
  • Pass
  • Certified translations

Typical costs

Fees vary depending on the procedure and the responsible body.

Note: Costs may vary by state or city.

Progress

  1. 1 Check your profession and target region
  2. 2 Identify the responsible body
  3. 3 Submit all documents
  4. 4 Fulfill additional requirements on time

Important German words & sentences

die Anerkennung - formale Gleichwertigkeitsprüfung
Die Gleichwertigkeit - fachliche Vergleichbarkeit
Die Nachqualifizierung - ergänzende Qualifikation
Wo ist die zuständige Stelle für meinen Beruf?
Welche Unterlagen müssen beglaubigt sein?

Common mistakes

  • • Incomplete translations extend the processing time.

Official source