Degree Recognition & Nostrification in Czechia: Nostrifikace Guide
How to recognize foreign high school diplomas and university degrees (Nostrifikace) at Czech public universities or regional offices.
Nostrification (Nostrifikace) is the official recognition of foreign education in the Czech Republic. It is legally required for enrolling in Czech public universities or practicing regulated professions (e.g. medicine, law, engineering).
Secondary school diplomas are processed by regional magistrate offices (Krajský úřad), while higher education university degrees are evaluated by public universities (e.g., Charles University or CTU).
📋 Nostrification Application Steps
- 1
Prepare Educational Documents
Gather your diploma, transcript of subjects and hours (Vysvědčení), and apostille/superlegalization if required.
- 2
Translate to Czech Language
Have all educational documents translated by an official Czech sworn translator (Soudní překladatel).
- 3
Select the Authority
Submit high school diplomas to Krajský úřad, or university degrees to a Czech university offering a matching degree program.
- 4
Pay Administrative Fee
Pay the official processing fee (1,000 CZK for high school, 3,000 CZK for university).
- 5
Pass Nostrification Exams (if assigned)
High school applicants may need to sit 2–4 high school subject exams (Nostrifikační zkoušky).
✅ Required Documents
- ▸Certified copy of diploma and transcript
- ▸Apostille or superlegalization seal (based on bilateral agreements)
- ▸Official Czech sworn translation (Soudní překlad)
- ▸Proof of Czech residence (lease or accommodation confirmation)
- ▸Proof of administrative fee payment
⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid
- ✕Using regular translators instead of registered Czech sworn translators (Soudní překladatel)
- ✕Submitting high school transcripts missing the breakdown of subjects and hours per year
- ✕Applying to a university that does not offer a matching study program
💶 Fees & Processing Time
High school diploma nostrification fee at Krajský úřad costs 1,000 CZK. University degree recognition fee at public universities is 3,000 CZK. Official processing takes 30 to 60 days.
📖 Essential Educational Terms
- Nostrifikace
- Nostrification / degree recognition
- Soudní překladatel
- Sworn legal translator
- Krajský úřad
- Regional magistrate office
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need nostrification for work?+
Only for regulated professions or when required by an employer.
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