Overview
Do you want to work in the Netherlands using a foreign diploma? If so, you might need to have your diploma recognised first. You can also apply for a Dutch title.
For what field of work
You need to apply for recognition of your diploma if you want to work in:
- childcare
- education, as a teacher or instructor
- a culture-related profession.
Dutch title
Did you obtain an academic title abroad? Based on your foreign diploma you can apply for a Dutch title. Examples of Dutch titles are ‘ingenieur’ (ir.), ‘meester’ (mr.) and ‘doctor’ (dr.).