Recognition of foreign degrees in Spain

General information

To continue studying or to practice a profession in Spain, you can apply for validation, recognition, equivalence, or professional recognition of foreign studies or degrees. What’s the difference?

• Validation: This is the declaration of equivalence of foreign studies to the corresponding Spanish ones, allowing the student to continue their studies at a Spanish educational institution.

• Recognition: This enables you to continue studies at another educational level in Spain and also to practice the related profession.

• Degree Equivalence: In higher education, this grants the same academic level effects as the corresponding Spanish degree.

• Professional Recognition: This authorizes you to practice a profession in Spain.

How to apply

Applications can be submitted at a registry office in Spain or at Spanish consulates abroad. They can also be submitted through the electronic office of the competent ministry.

Spanish Consular Registry Offices in Nordic Countries :

• Spanish Consulate in Stockholm (Education Office)
• Spanish Consulate in Copenhagen
• Spanish Consulate in Oslo
• Spanish Consulate in Helsinki