In order to ensure that we are able to evaluate qualifications correctly we require certified English translations of any document that isn't already in English. For certain languages, the translation waiver scheme removes the additional time and expense of acquiring a translation from a third party and enables us to process an application for a statement of comparability without the usual requirement of a certified translation. This service is available to those who hold qualifications in the following languages:

• Arabic
• Bulgarian
• Chinese
• Danish
• French
• German
• Italian
• Norwegian
• Polish
• Portuguese
• Romanian
• Russian
• Spanish
• Swedish
• Ukrainian

If you hold a qualification given in one of these languages, you can benefit from this scheme by submitting photocopies of the original award. You do not need to provide a certified translation. This service waives the requirement for submission of a translation; however, UK NARIC does not provide written translations for applicants.

Should you require a translation of your qualification(s), you should contact your local translation agencies or the Embassy for assistance.

Please note that at UK NARIC we are unable to provide a comparability statement for the grades obtained in your qualifications. It is recommended that you present transcripts directly to potential employers/admitting institutions for consideration on an individual basis in line with specific grade requirements.

How to apply

We require the following in order to process your enquiry:

• a photocopy of your certificate(s) together with final transcript(s)
• a covering letter with you contact details and stating the purpose of your enquiry
• a photocopy of a certified translation in English if necessary
• payment
• a self-addressed envelope with correct postage paid if the letter is for a UK address. (If the postal address is outside the UK you do not need to provide postage.)
• a prepaid special delivery envelope if a recorded mail service is required for the delivery of your letter / return of your documents^* to a UK address. If return of documents is required to an address outside the UK, it is the customer's responsibility to arrange an appropriate courier service

^*Normal delivery of letters is by second class post or Airmail. Documents are not usually returned and will be kept on file for up to 3 months.

All documentation should be sent to us by post or fax. If you have completed our online application form, please include a copy of this form with your documents. This will entitle you to the discounted rate for this service.

Please send your application by post to:

UK NARIC
Oriel House
Oriel Road
Cheltenham
GL50 1XP
UK

Or by fax to:

+44 (0)871 330 7005

UK NARIC is unable to accept documentation sent by e-mail.

How much does it cost?

The cost of the service is £30.00 + VAT (£35.25) per application in addition to the cost of a statement of comparability.

If you are applying from an address outside of the EU, you are not required to pay VAT.

To find out more about the payment options that are available please visit the payments options section of our site.