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

Diploma NQF-HETR EQF Comparable to
Meslek Lisesi Diploması - - an diploma, level 2 or 3
Teknik Lisesi Diploması - - a diploma for the general education component
Lise Diploması - - at least a HAVO diploma
Ön Lisans Diploması 5 5 an associate degree or 2 years of
Lisans Diploması 6 6 an HBO bachelor's degree or a bachelor’s degree
Yüksek Lisans Diploması 7 7 an HBO master's degree or a WO master’s degree

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.