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GENERAL INFORMATION FOR EQUIVALENCY APPLICATION

 

What is the “Equivalency Certificate” (“Denklik Belgesi”)?

The equivalency process determines which class, field, branch, or department in Türkiye corresponds to the qualifications obtained from primary and secondary education institutions both in Türkiye and abroad, including private schools and embassy-affiliated schools at the international primary and secondary education levels.

An equivalency certificate confirms that your high school diploma/certificate is equivalent to those awarded in Türkiye.

 

Who Can Apply?

Students who have studied at private international primary and secondary schools, embassy-affiliated schools, or other primary and secondary education institutions in Türkiye and abroad can apply.

 

How can I obtain my “Equivalency Certificate”?

• In your home country: You can obtain it from the local Turkish Embassy/Consulate.
• In Türkiye: If the certificate is not issued by the Turkish Embassy in your country, you must obtain it from the Ministry of Education of the Republic of Türkiye. Please note that, you need to have a valid residence permit to apply within Türkiye.

To receive the Equivalency Certificate (Denklik Belgesi) from the Ministry of Education in Türkiye, you need to apply online and schedule an appointment for document submission.

We will assist you in obtaining the equivalency certificate from the Provincial Ministry of Education in Istanbul if you have not received it in your home country. However, please note that it is ultimately your responsibility to acquire this document.

 

Online Application System:

E-Equivalence Module: This is an electronic system where equivalency procedures are processed, and related information is stored.

For your application and further details on obtaining your equivalency certificate, please visit: https://edenklik.meb.gov.tr.

You can begin your pre-application process by clicking the "Online Application" section on the website. When uploading your application to the system, we recommend that you check the "Documents Required for Application" tab to ensure you have all necessary documents for the application process.

 

After clicking on "Online Application," you will see the following screen:

 

On this page, you should fill in all the required information step by step, complete each section, and proceed to the final confirmation page. Please note that this is only a pre-application; you will not be able to select an appointment date until your pre-application is approved.

The sections to be completed are as follows:

1. Personal Information
2. Uploading Documents
3. Equivalency Center
4. Confirmation Page

After submitting your pre-application, you will receive an SMS from the Ministry of Education confirming your application. However, please note that you will not receive any notification regarding the approval of your pre-application.

To check your application status, visit the website and select the "Query Application" section. Enter your Turkish ID number, name, and surname to view your application result.

 

 

If your pre-application is approved, you can select an appointment date and time and then confirm your application. If it is not approved, you will need to obtain the requested additional documents and upload them to the system. Until your pre-application is approved, you will not be able to choose an appointment date.

 

Documents Required for Application:

1. Equivalency Application Form (can be downloaded from https://edenklik.meb.gov.tr)
2. Original Passport (first page and pages with entry and exit stamps for Turkey)
3. Valid Residence Permit
4. Original diploma of high school* (must be stamped or apostilled by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the issuing country or the Turkish consulate)
5. Original transcripts of high school for the last three academic years*

*Documents in languages other than Turkish, English, or Arabic must be translated into Turkish by notaries in Turkey or the Turkish consulate.

IMPORTANT! Required documents for the application may vary by country. Additional documents may be requested by the Ministry of National Education during the application process.

 

Tips:

• You must be present at the center where you made your application at the scheduled appointment time. Please be punctual and ensure you bring the original documents with you.
• You may encounter a message requiring e-Government login on the online application screen. If you have an e-Government account, click on this section to integrate it and continue with your application. If you don't have an e-Government account, click on this section and return to the page. This process may not work in some browsers.
• If your documents are approved and deemed eligible for equivalency during the appointment, you can download your equivalency certificate approximately one week later by selecting the “Query Application” section under the same “Result of Equivalence Process” tab, or you can visit the center where you applied to receive your certificate.

 

Applicants facing special circumstances must provide specific documents:

1. Those unable to submit their education documents due to war, disaster, or asylum.
2. Individuals holding an "International Protection Status Holder Identity Document" or "International Protection Applicant Identity Document."
3. Applicants with a court decision enforcing an education measure may submit only the required legal documents if their education records are unavailable.

 

Additional required documents include:

• For applicants under 18: A parent’s identity card/passport.
• For underage university applicants: An original and approved translation (if needed) of a parent consent letter, along with a university pre-registration document or student certificate.
• For applicants with divorced parents: An original and approved translation of a custody document proving legal guardianship.
• For surname changes due to marriage or divorce: A marriage certificate and/or identity register copy (isim denklik belgesi) must be uploaded.

 

Due to staff rotations and personnel changes, newly opened equivalence centers may experience scheduling issues. If appointment dates and times do not appear, applicants can book an appointment at any available equivalence center without restrictions.