Antwerp is Flanders' largest city and a major academic centre, home to the University of Antwerp (UAntwerpen) and Karel de Grote University of Applied Sciences (KdG). If you hold a foreign diploma and wish to study, work, or have your qualifications recognised in Antwerp, TranslateBE provides certified diploma translations that meet the requirements of NARIC-Vlaanderen and all Antwerp educational institutions.
NARIC-Vlaanderen and diploma recognition in Flanders
In the Flemish Region of Belgium, foreign diploma recognition is handled by NARIC-Vlaanderen, which operates under Departement Onderwijs en Vorming. NARIC-Vlaanderen assesses whether foreign higher education qualifications are comparable to Flemish degrees, issuing equivalence certificates used by employers, professional licensing bodies, and universities. The process applies to non-EU diplomas and, in some cases, EU diplomas from outside the EER.
For the NARIC-Vlaanderen application, documents in languages other than Dutch, French, English, or German must be accompanied by a certified translation. The translation must be produced by a sworn translator (beëdigd vertaler) registered in the Belgian judicial expert register under the SPF Justice. TranslateBE works exclusively with registered sworn translators, ensuring your NARIC application is complete and accepted first time.
UAntwerpen and KdG: admission requirements
The University of Antwerp (UAntwerpen)ranks among Belgium's top research universities and attracts international students to its science, engineering, law, and business programmes. International applicants with diplomas in non-accepted languages must submit certified translations of their diploma and transcript. UAntwerpen's admissions office requires translations to be produced by a sworn translator.
Karel de Grote University of Applied Sciences (KdG)is one of the largest hogescholen in Flanders, with programmes in health, technology, education, and business. Its international office requires the same certified translation standard for non-Dutch, non-English source documents.
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Certified diploma translations for Antwerp - NARIC and UAntwerpen ready
TranslateBE provides sworn translations of foreign diplomas accepted by NARIC-Vlaanderen, UAntwerpen, KdG, and all Flemish professional licensing bodies.
Regulated professions in Antwerp
Antwerp's port, logistics, and diamond industry attract professionals from around the world. Healthcare professionals (doctors, nurses, pharmacists) with non-Belgian diplomas must obtain recognition from RIZIV/INAMI and the relevant professional order. A certified translation of the diploma and training documentation is a mandatory component of the dossier. Similarly, engineers and architects registered with their Belgian professional orders (ORI, OAB) must submit certified translations if their diplomas are not in Dutch, French, or German.
TranslateBE's medical, technical, and legal translators are familiar with the specific terminology requirements of Belgian professional bodies and produce translations that withstand scrutiny from RIZIV, ORI, and the Belgian Bar.
Pricing and delivery
Certified diploma translations for Antwerp start from €90 per document. A standard package (diploma + transcript) typically costs €150-€250, depending on length and language pair. Delivery: 2-3 business days standard, 24 hours express. All prices are VAT-exempt.
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Frequently asked questions
Which languages does NARIC-Vlaanderen require a certified translation for?
NARIC-Vlaanderen requires a certified translation for documents not in Dutch, French, English, or German. For all other languages - including Arabic, Turkish, Romanian, Chinese, or any African language - a sworn translation by a Belgian SPF Justice-registered translator is mandatory.
Can TranslateBE certify a diploma translation for both UAntwerpen admission and NARIC-Vlaanderen?
Yes. A single certified translation produced by a sworn translator meets the requirements of both UAntwerpen's admissions office and NARIC-Vlaanderen. We recommend ordering original signed copies in advance so you can submit simultaneously to multiple bodies.
How long does NARIC-Vlaanderen take to process a diploma equivalence application?
Processing times vary from 4 to 12 weeks depending on the country of origin of the diploma and current application volumes. TranslateBE delivers its certified translations within 2-3 business days, so there is no translation-related delay to your application.