Title Equivalence Spain — Homologación of Foreign Degrees & Professional Recognition
Your foreign university degree or professional qualification needs official recognition to be valid in Spain. We explain which process you need — homologación or equivalencia — and how to manage it.
Book a ConsultationWhat's covered in this consultation
- ✓ Homologación vs equivalencia: understanding which process you need
- ✓ University degree homologación: requirements, documentation and MEFD timelines
- ✓ Academic level equivalence: when it's sufficient and how to apply
- ✓ Regulated professions (medicine, nursing, engineering): specific homologación requirements
- ✓ Partial validation of studies: when you need to complete courses in Spain
- ✓ Document legalisation and apostille for foreign academic documents
How It Works
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Describe your situation in a few lines. We'll confirm we can help and suggest the right consultation type. No commitment required — the first reply is always free.
We listen in your language and map your situation
Tell us everything. We speak English, Ukrainian, Spanish, Russian, Polish, Italian and Bulgarian. We'll ask the right questions and give you a complete picture of your legal and tax position.
You leave with a clear action plan
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Frequently Asked Questions
Homologación recognises your foreign degree as equivalent to a specific Spanish degree (e.g. Grado en Medicina). Equivalencia recognises your academic level (e.g. Master's level) without linking it to a specific title. For regulated professions (medicine, engineering, nursing) you need homologación. For other purposes, equivalencia may be sufficient.
The homologación process through the Ministry of Education typically takes 6 to 18 months, depending on the degree and current workload. Some regulated professions (medicine, architecture) may require additional exams. We advise on realistic timelines and what you can do while waiting.
It depends on your field. For regulated professions (healthcare, education, engineering, law) homologación is mandatory. For unregulated sectors (IT, marketing, consulting) it is generally not required, though equivalencia can help with employers and public administration processes.
Basic documents: original degree certificate, academic transcript with grades and hours, passport, application form, fee payment receipt. All documents must be apostilled and, if not in Spanish, translated by a sworn translator. We prepare your personalised checklist in consultation.
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In 15 minutes we'll tell you whether this solution fits you and what to do next. Send us a WhatsApp — we usually reply within 2 hours.