What is it?
The Central Office for Foreign Education (ZAB) issues statements of comparability for foreign higher education qualifications. A statement of comparability shows which German higher education qualification your qualification is comparable to.
What are the authority's responsibilities?
The Central Office for Foreign Education (ZAB):
- assesses higher education qualifications from other countries
- issues statements of comparability
- provides information on the assessment of foreign qualifications
Applications can be submitted online:
Who is it for?
You’re in the right place if you:
- have a higher education qualification from another country
- need a statement of comparability for work, a visa or a residence permit
The ZAB is not the right place if you need to have a regulated profession recognised, for example if you want to work as a doctor, nurse or teacher. In these cases, you need to contact the relevant authority.
