Evaluating qualifications attained outside the Netherlands
Have you attained your qualifications outside the Netherlands and want to work or study here? You can get your qualifications evaluated in the Netherlands. A diplomawaardering (credential evaluation) indicates which Dutch diploma (qualification) is comparable to your certification.
Last updated on 6 February 2025
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Eligibility for qualification evaluation
Your studies must meet certain conditions to be eligible for credential evaluation. For example, your studies must have lasted for at least 1 000 hours (equal to 1 school year). You can find all the requirements for credential evaluation on the Informatiecentrum DiplomaWaardering – IDW website (Information Desk for Credential Evaluation).
Applying to have your credential evaluated
To apply to have your credential evaluated, contact the IDW.
Laws and regulations (in Dutch)
Wet educatie en beroepsonderwijs, artikel 7.4.7