UK ENIC (NARIC) Assessment Services

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UK ENIC (NARIC) Assessment Services

UK ENIC offers official assessments to help individuals and organisations understand and recognise international qualifications. These services support applications for employment, further study, and UK visa or immigration routes.


1. Statement of Comparability

Confirms how your international qualification compares to UK standards.

Use for: Jobs · Education · Visas
Includes: UK level equivalence (e.g. Bachelor’s), country/institution details, digital or printed statement.


2. English Proficiency & Qualification Comparison

Proves your qualification is UK degree equivalent and taught in English.

Use for: Visa applications (Skilled Worker, Student, Family)
Includes: Academic comparison, English-medium confirmation, CEFR level (if needed).


3. Qualification Comparison (QLS)

Confirms your qualification level without assessing English proficiency.

Use for: Skilled Worker (PhD points), HPI route
Includes: UK equivalence, institution recognition.


4. Early Years Qualification Assessment

Assesses if your qualification is suitable for working with children aged 0–5 in the UK.

Use for: Early years jobs (nurseries, preschools)
Includes: Comparability, early years alignment, employer guidance.


5. UK Qualification Reference Statement

Verifies the status and level of a UK qualification for use abroad.

Use for: Studying or working overseas
Includes: UK level confirmation, awarding body recognition, framework alignment.

WHAT WE DO

UK ENIC Evaluation Services

Document Support and Guidance

We assist you in preparing your academic documents to ensure they meet UK ENIC submission standards.

Our support includes:

  • Guidance on required documents (e.g. degree certificates, transcripts)

  • Advice on formatting and presentation

  • Information on obtaining certified translations for non-English documents

Proper document preparation helps ensure a smooth and efficient assessment process.

Faster Processing Support

Need your assessment urgently? We provide guidance on UK ENIC’s fast-track and priority processing options to help you meet tight deadlines.

Our support includes:

  • Identifying eligible fast-track services

  • Advising on application steps and required documents

  • Clarifying expected turnaround times

These services are ideal for those with urgent needs related to visa applications, job offers, or academic deadlines.

Services for Individuals

Statement of Comparability

This official document confirms how an international qualification compares to the UK education system. It is widely used by employers, education providers, and professional bodies to understand overseas academic achievements.

Early Years Services

For individuals who want to work with children aged 0–5 in the UK, this service evaluates whether your international qualification meets the requirements for roles in early years education and childcare settings.

UK Qualification Reference Statement

Provides comprehensive information about UK qualifications. Ideal for those needing to demonstrate the status, level, and recognition of a UK qualification for work, study, or regulatory purposes.

Services for Organisations

Membership Packages

Our annual membership assists organizations in comparing international qualifications. We offer various packages to meet your organization's specific needs.

Ordering Statements on Behalf of Individuals

Organizations can pre-pay for Statements of Comparability in bulk and submit applications on behalf of individuals. This is particularly useful for employers or educational institutions supporting international candidates or students through the qualification recognition process.

Training and Events

UK ENIC runs in-person training for organisations. Topics may cover education fraud prevention and qualification evaluation.

Qualification and Language Service (QLS)

Overview

The Qualification and Language Service (QLS) supports UK visa and immigration applications by providing official recognition of:

  • Overseas qualification comparability to UK degree levels

  • English language proficiency based on the medium of instruction of your qualification

This service is used to support visa and immigration routes where proof of education and/or English proficiency is required.


When to Use This Service

You can use QLS if you’re applying for any of the following visa or immigration routes:

  • Family

  • Health and Care Worker

  • High Potential Individual

  • Indefinite Leave to Remain

  • Innovator Founder

  • International Agreement (Temporary Work)

  • International Sportsperson

  • Minister of Religion (T2)

  • Representative of an Overseas Business

  • Scale-up Worker

  • Skilled Worker

  • Student


Choose the Right Service

There are two QLS options depending on what evidence your visa route requires:

1. English Proficiency and Qualification Comparison

Use this service if you need to prove both:

  • Your overseas qualification is comparable to a UK Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD

  • Your qualification was taught in English and meets the required English language proficiency level

2. Qualification Comparison Only

Use this service if you only need to demonstrate:

  • The level of your qualification, typically for:

    • Skilled Worker route (PhD qualifications only)

    • High Potential Individual route

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