University Recognition Pre-Check
University Recognition Pre-Check
Not all Pakistani universities and degree programs are recognized by the Higher Education Commission. Private universities may lose recognition, specific programs may lack accreditation even at recognized institutions, and some distance-learning programs are not approved by HEC. Submitting an unrecognized degree for attestation results in rejection, wasted fees, and lost time.
GreenAttest's University Recognition Pre-Check is a diagnostic service that verifies your institution and program against HEC records before any attestation work begins. We check the university's current recognition status, confirm that your specific degree program was accredited during your enrollment period, and identify any red flags that could cause problems downstream.
If issues are found, we advise on corrective steps such as obtaining equivalency through alternative pathways, securing recognition letters from the institution, or pursuing program-specific accreditation confirmations. This service saves our clients significant time and money by preventing failed attestation attempts.
Documents Required
- Copy of the degree certificate (photocopy acceptable for pre-check)
- Copy of the official transcript
- University name, campus location, and enrollment years
- Degree program name and specialization
How It Works
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1Provide GreenAttest with your degree and university details.
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2We verify the university's current HEC recognition status against official records.
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3We confirm that your specific program was accredited during your enrollment years.
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4A detailed report is provided with findings and recommended next steps.
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5If cleared, we proceed directly to HEC verification and the attestation chain.
Insider Tips
Insider Tips
- Run the pre-check before making any job commitments that depend on attested credentials. Discovering a recognition issue after accepting a UAE job offer creates unnecessary pressure and limited options.
- If you have degrees from multiple Pakistani institutions, check all of them simultaneously. Recognition status varies by institution and program.
- Keep your original HEC verification letter if you received one at graduation. This document serves as strong supporting evidence if recognition questions arise during attestation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The recognition pre-check takes 2-3 business days. This is a research and verification exercise, not a government submission, so it is significantly faster than the attestation itself.
If your university was recognized during your enrollment and graduation period, your degree may still be verifiable. GreenAttest helps you obtain documentation proving the institution's accreditation status during your specific years of study, which HEC accepts as supporting evidence.
Yes. If the pre-check clears your degree and you proceed with GreenAttest for the full attestation chain, the pre-check fee is credited toward your total attestation cost.
Foreign degrees do not go through HEC. However, we can verify recognition status with the relevant country's education authority and advise on the correct attestation pathway for your foreign qualifications.
Quick Facts
- Processing Time
- 1-2 business days
- Pricing From
- AED 150
- Country
- Pakistan
- Delivery
- Free across the UAE
Questions About This Service?
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