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DOV, CIMEA and recognition of foreign diplomas

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How to prove your foreign school or university qualification is valid for Italian higher education, and what a Declaration of Value (DOV) and a CIMEA statement are.

Information, not legal advice. MovItaly is not a law firm. Check with the questura or consulate before you act.

Who is this for

Anyone applying to an Italian degree course with a qualification from another country.

Requirements

  • A qualification that gives access to higher education in the issuing country.
  • Documents legalised (apostille or consular legalisation) and translated as required.
  • The university decides whether to recognise your foreign title for admission and credits.

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