Recognition of foreign qualifications in the Netherlands

Hello Priscilla,


Yea, It is recognized. Most foreign qualification and degrees are accepted in the Dutch educational institutions as long as they are issued from officially recognized and accredited institutions at the country of origin. Translating certificates usually into English is normally needed so that it can help the overseas institutions understand what is stated therein.


Yes, Indeed, In order to practice your profession in a foreign country like the Netherlands, you have to pass some kinds of equivalence exams so as to assure the degree you already got from your country sufficiently qualify you, within the standard level of knowledge and expertise as per the local professionals, to practice the profession efficiently.

Sharkawy86 wrote:

Hello Priscilla,


Yea, It is recognized. Most foreign qualification and degrees are accepted in the Dutch educational institutions as long as they are issued from officially recognized and accredited institutions at the country of origin. Translating certificates usually into English is normally needed so that it can help the overseas institutions understand what is stated therein.


Yes, Indeed, In order to practice your profession in a foreign country like the Netherlands, you have to pass some kinds of equivalence exams so as to assure the degree you already got from your country sufficiently qualify you, within the standard level of knowledge and expertise as per the local professionals, to practice the profession efficiently.

I'm glad someone asked this question as I wanted to ask the same question today.

@Sharkawy86

Do you know by any chance where to get qualifications recognised and where to do that exam?

Hi all,

To add to the conversation; if the qualification was not issued in the EU, it will need to be evaluated; not all world-wide qualifications exist in the Netherlands and some are regulated; to find out where you stand, follow this link the the NUFFIC website.

If your qualification is not regulated, then you are free to pursue it in the Netherlands, whether a potential employer will accept it is another matter completely.

Hope this helps.

I completed a bachelors degree of science in accounting and finance, In Uganda Kampala, Kyambogo University.
I have a 1 year experience with quick books, tally ERP and micro soft office applications required in the field.
Is my qualification recognised in Netherlands and  how do i apply for a job in the bracket of my qualification and experience ( whats the best way or plat form) to find a job in Netherlands.

Regards

JONATHAN SSEMUWANGA

Ssemuwanga wrote:

I completed a bachelors degree of science in accounting and finance, In Uganda Kampala, Kyambogo University.
I have a 1 year experience with quick books, tally ERP and micro soft office applications required in the field.
Is my qualification recognised in Netherlands and  how do i apply for a job in the bracket of my qualification and experience ( whats the best way or plat form) to find a job in Netherlands.

Regards

JONATHAN SSEMUWANGA

Hi Jonathan and welcome to the forum.

First off, at the top of the page is our Handy Tools section, contained in there are our Expat guides that will help you in planning your move to the Netherlands.

To answer your questions:

In accountancy, in general, if you're a Chartered Accountant, then that's pretty much recognised world-wide and you shouldn't have much of a problem getting a job anywhere.

Most multi-nationals use their own in-house accountancy packages, so while MS Office packages experience are pretty much expected in all accountancy roles, it's experience in using in-house platforms that is more relevant when highlighting your own experience.

As to whether your diploma is recognised anywhere in the EU, then I advise you to follow this link.

With regards to Holland in particular, I' advise you to contact NUFFIC.

Hope this helps.

Cynic
Expat Team

i am not  a chattered accountant but this will help