Publication date: 21.11.2024
What to do if a Ukrainian diploma is not recognized in Poland?
In the context of mass migration of Ukrainians to Poland, problems with the recognition of educational diplomas are increasingly arising. To resolve this situation, the service of legal analysis of the documents and timely lawyer's consultation is important. From practice: recently we were contacted by Maria, a graduate of a medical university, who was denied recognition of her diploma due to incorrectly executed documents. After receiving a legal analysis of a situation and correcting the mistakes, her diploma was successfully recognized. Another example is Oleksandr, an IT specialist who lost his job opportunity at a leading company due to the lack of a recognized diploma.
Main reasons for non-recognition of Ukrainian diplomas
Before applying for a legal analysis of a situation, it is important to understand why there are problems with the recognition of diplomas. From our practice: about 40% of refusals are related to errors in documents, and 35% - to inconsistencies in educational programs.
The most common reasons for refusal are:
- Inconsistency of educational programs with Polish standards
- Incomplete set of documents when submitting
- Incorrect translation of documents
- Lack of apostille on the documents
- Discrepancies in the names of specialties
- Insufficient number of hours of practical training
- Lack of confirmation of internship completion
- Incomplete information about the curriculum
- Outdated curriculum
- Lack of required subjects in the curriculum
To avoid these problems, it is recommended to apply for the service verification of documents by a lawyer by a lawyer before submitting documents. For example, our client Andrii, a civil engineer, was able to properly prepare all the documents and get his diploma recognized in 45 days due to a preliminary consultation.
Necessary documents for nostrification
Proper preparation of documents is a key stage where the legal analysis service can help. From practice: most often, problems arise due to incorrect translations and the absence of important diploma supplements. For example, Iryna, a graduate of a pedagogical university, was initially rejected because she did not have a translation of her internship program.
Full package of required documents:
- original diploma with appendix and apostille
- Notarized translation of all documents into Polish
- application for recognition of the diploma in the prescribed form
- an identity document and its translation
- proof of payment for the nostrification procedure
- documents on previous education
- curriculum with a list of subjects
- documents on internship or practice
- Certificates of additional training
- Characteristics from the place of practice
- letters of recommendation (if any)
- proof of work experience
Question
How long does the process of diploma recognition in Poland take?
Answer
The standard procedure for the nostrification of a diploma in Poland lasts from 30 to 90 days from the date of submission of the full package of documents, but this period may be longer if there are additional requests from the Polish side or additional documents are required. In case of professional preparation of documents and obtaining a legal opinion of a lawyer, the review period usually takes about 45-60 days. It is important to note that during periods of increased workload (for example, the beginning of the school year), the term may increase.
Common mistakes when submitting documents
To avoid rejection, it is worth using the service of legal analysis of the documents and the service of legal opinion of a lawyer. From our practice: 70% of clients who apply after a refusal have made these mistakes. For example, pharmacist Valentyna lost six months due to incorrect translation of the names of specialty disciplines.
Critical mistakes that lead to rejection:
an incomplete set of documents or the absence of important attachments
lack of verification of documents by a lawyer or apostille
submission of simple copies instead of notarized copies
incorrect translation of specialty or subject names
lack of documents on changing the surname after marriage
incorrect execution of the application for recognition
no confirmation of payment for the procedure
submission of documents to the wrong authority
using an unaccredited translator
lack of certification of copies of documents
submission of outdated application forms
incomplete or unclear copies of documents
The process of submitting documents
The service of a lawyer's consultation will help you to organize the process of submitting documents correctly. From practice: the correct sequence of actions significantly increases the chances of success. An example is the story of dentist Mykhailo, who, thanks to strict adherence to all stages, received the recognition of his diploma in the shortest possible time.
The main stages of the process:
- Collection of a full package of documents
- Obtaining an apostille in Ukraine
- Professional translation of all documents
- Notarization of translations
- Submission of documents to the relevant institution
- Payment for the review procedure
- Receiving confirmation of acceptance of documents
- Waiting for the commission's decision
What to do in case of refusal
When you receive a refusal, it is important to get a legal analysis and a lawyer's consultation to appeal the decision. For example, our client Olena, an elementary school teacher, received a refusal due to an incomplete package of documents. After applying for the service of a lawyer in Poland, we helped her successfully appeal the decision.
The sequence of actions after the refusal:
- Immediately apply for a legal analysis of a situation
- File an appeal within 14 days from the date of receipt of the refusal
- Collect additional documents as required
- Pass additional exams if necessary
- Apply to another educational institution, if possible
- Start the procedure again with corrected mistakes
- Get additional recommendations from Polish educational institutions
- Prepare a reasoned appeal
Benefits of professional assistance
Applying for the service of a lawyer in Poland or the service of a lawyer online has significant advantages. The legal opinion service will help you avoid common mistakes and save time. A written consultation service and a lawyer in Warsaw service for face-to-face meetings are also available. From our statistics: 95% of clients who applied for professional assistance at the initial stage successfully obtained diploma recognition on the first attempt.
Question
Is it possible to work without diploma recognition?
Answer
It is possible to work without diploma recognition, but only in positions that do not require confirmation of qualifications. To work in a specialty, especially in regulated professions (medicine, education, law), diploma recognition is mandatory. The absence of a recognized diploma often leads to a significant reduction in salary and the impossibility of career growth. For example, our architect client was forced to work as a simple draftsman for a year until he received diploma recognition.
Consequences of not having a recognized diploma
The online lawyer service will help you understand all the risks of postponing the diploma recognition procedure. From practice: many clients lose time and money by postponing this issue for later. A striking example is the story of programmer Dmytro, who lost the opportunity to participate in an international project due to the lack of a recognized diploma.
Serious consequences of postponing recognition:
- Inability to work in the specialty
- Significant reduction in income
- Loss of promising employment opportunities
- The need for retraining
- Additional costs for training
- Psychological discomfort and stress
- Loss of professional experience
- Reduced competitiveness in the labor market
The non-recognition of a Ukrainian diploma in Poland can seriously limit professional opportunities and reduce the level of income. To avoid these problems, it is worth contacting the legal marketplace KONSULTANT, where the online lawyer service and the legal opinion service are available. A professional legal analysis of a situation will help you successfully complete the nostrification procedure and start a career in Poland. Do not delay the issue of your diploma - it may complicate your employment and professional development in the future. Our practice shows that timely appeal to professional lawyers saves time, money and nerves, allowing you to quickly return to work in your specialty and realize your professional potential to the fullest.
