High School Equivalency Certificate
Information on the High School Equivalency Certificate for Turkish Citizens Who Completed High School Education Abroad
Turkish citizens who have completed their high school education abroad are required to submit a High School Equivalency Certificate issued by the Ministry of National Education of the Republic of Türkiye (MoNE) in order to complete their enrollment procedures at Nişantaşı University.
The High School Equivalency Certificate is an official document issued by the Ministry of National Education confirming that the high school education completed abroad is recognized as equivalent to a Turkish high school diploma. Obtaining this certificate is the responsibility of the student.
Where Can the High School Equivalency Certificate Be Obtained?
Students residing abroad:
Through the Turkish Embassy or Consulate General in their country of residence.
Students residing in Türkiye:
Through the Equivalency Units (Denklik Birimleri) operating under the Provincial Directorates of National Education.
Applications must first be initiated online through the e-Equivalency System:
Application Portal: https://edenklik.meb.gov.tr
How to Apply for the High School Equivalency Certificate
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Schedule an appointment through the e-Equivalency (e-Denklik) system.
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Upload the required documents during the online application.
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Visit the relevant Equivalency Unit on the appointment date and present the original documents.
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Following the evaluation, eligible applicants will be issued a High School Equivalency Certificate.
Required Documents for the Equivalency Application
- Application Form
- Transparent document folder
- Original and photocopy of the Turkish Identity Card (T.C. ID Card)
- Original passport and a photocopy of the identification page
- Photocopies of the passport pages showing entry and exit stamps to/from Türkiye
- Original and photocopy of the apostilled high school diploma
- Original and photocopy of the apostilled transcript
Important: The diploma and all official educational documents must bear an Apostille. If the documents do not have an Apostille, they must be duly certified by the competent educational authorities of the issuing country and approved by the diplomatic missions of the Republic of Türkiye or other authorized institutions, as applicable.
When Should the Equivalency Certificate Be Submitted?
Students residing abroad are strongly advised to complete the equivalency process before traveling to Türkiye whenever possible.
If the application will be made after arriving in Türkiye, students are advised to schedule their appointment through the e-Equivalency System before entering the country.
Failure to submit the High School Equivalency Certificate within the deadline specified by the University may affect the completion of the enrollment process in accordance with the applicable legislation.
Important Notes
- The High School Equivalency Certificate is an official document that must be obtained personally by the student.
- Applications can only be submitted through the authorized Provincial Directorates of National Education listed in the e-Equivalency System.
- In Istanbul, one of the designated application offices is the Equivalency Unit of the Istanbul Provincial Directorate of National Education (Fatih). Due to high demand, applicants are advised to arrive before their scheduled appointment time, preferably close to the beginning of office hours.
- During the evaluation process, the original copies of certain documents may be retained temporarily. Students are therefore advised to request and keep a receipt confirming the submission of their documents.
- High school diplomas obtained through distance education (online learning) are not eligible for equivalency recognition.
For the most up-to-date application guidelines and detailed information, please visit: https://edenklik.meb.gov.tr