In the tables below you can find the level of Afghan diplomas. You cannot derive any rights from it.

Working in the Netherlands

Do you want to know if you can work in the Netherlands with a certain Afghan diploma? Go to Working in the Netherlands with a foreign diploma.

Studying in the Netherlands

Do you want to know if you can study in the Netherlands with your Afghan diploma? Go to Studying in the Netherlands with a foreign diploma.

Diploma Comparable to
Diploma (Class 14) an diploma level 4
12th Grade graduation certificate a diploma
Bachelor of Arts an bachelor's degree or 2 years of
Bachelor of Engineering a WO bachelor's degree
Bachelor of Science an HBO bachelor's degree or 2 years of WO
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine a WO bachelor's degree
Medical Doctor 2 years of a 3-year master's programme in medicine
Master's degree an HBO master's degree or a 1-year WO master's degree

Please note:

  • You can find information about the Dutch diploma's on our web pages about the education system in the Netherlands.
  • You can find more information about how we compare diplomas via Credential evaluation.
  • SBB evaluates foreign diplomas and training at VMBO and MBO level. The evaluation may vary if the SBB evaluates the diploma for admission to VET schools or for work in the Netherlands.