In the table below you can find the level of Sri Lankan 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 Sri Lankan 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 Sri Lankan diploma? Go to Studying in the Netherlands with a foreign diploma.

Diploma Comparable to
General Certificate of Education (Ordinary Level) in 6 subjects with marks ranging from A-C at least a diploma
General Certificate of Education (Ordinary Level) in 6 subjects with marks ranging from A-C + the General Certificate of Education (Advanced Level) with an Ordinary Pass (S) in at least 3 subjects and a score of at least 30% for the Common General Test a diploma
Honours bachelo'rs degree an bachelor's degree or 2 years of
Master's degree Please contact us for a credential evaluation

Please note:

  • You can find information about the Dutch diplomas on our web pages about the education system in the Netherlands.
  • You can find more information about how we compare diplomas via Credential evaluation.
  • The 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.