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Obtain the recognition of your foreign qualifications in Italy

Studio A&P supports individuals who need to obtain the qualification recognition. This is a process to make the foreign qualification equivalent to an Italian qualification, required to practice a profession, participate in a competition, or continue studies in Italy.

Which country the service is available for:

Italy

Why applying for the recognition of your foreign qualifications

Anyone wishing to use a foreign qualification to practice a regulated profession in Italy and to enroll in the relevant professional registers must request the degree recognition. For instance, this is the cases of professions such as:Ā psychologist, psychotherapist, dentist.

Obtain the degree recognition wih our assistanceĀ 

  • Send us a free request: we will review your case and provide a tailored quotation
  • Before authorizing the service, you can decide to book a consultation video-call to receive more information about the process
  • You can send us your documents by uploading them on our software, to ensure data protection
  • We will provide you regular updates on the process until its completion

Candidate's eligibility assessment

During the consultation video-call, our experts will assess whether you can apply for the recognition of your foreign qualification.

For professional qualifications, different rules apply depending on whether the qualification was obtained in the EU/EEA/Switzerland or in a non-EU country. Specific provisions also apply to holders of refugee status or subsidiary protection

Timeline

Waiting times vary depending on the procedure and the workload of the authorities involved, but can take at least 4 months, from when all the documents are submitted to the competent authorities.

Service provision

Our firm has established a well-defined process, and internal policies aimed at supporting clients who need to obtain a recognition of their foreign qualification.

Service delivery methods by Studio A&P

  • Our goal is to provide a response to every customer requestĀ within 24 working hours
  • Documents are shared by uploading them to anĀ online software, thus ensuring their protection
  • We can assist with your documents worldwide thanks to ourĀ network of international partnersĀ 
  • Our case managers can assist youĀ in English
Consultancy on the recognition of your foreign qualifications in Italy

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F.A.Q. about the service

Yes, we need to receive the original documentation to proceed correctly with the process.
Yes, the Ministry often requires payment of at least a €16.00 revenue stamp.

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Discover how to obtain recognition of foreign qualifications in Italy with the support of CIMEA.

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