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What recognition means

Recognition determines whether education completed abroad gives access to the Slovenian programme for which you are applying. For bachelor admission, the institution examines secondary education. For master admission, it examines the bachelor qualification and whether it meets the level and field requirements.

Where the process begins

For study admission, the request is normally submitted as part of the eVŠ application. The higher-education institution handling the application also handles the recognition needed for that admission process.

Standard evidence

  • Original diploma or certificate and a copy
  • Certified Slovenian translation
  • Transcript, diploma supplement, annual reports, or other evidence of content and duration
  • Short chronological description of the complete education, written and signed by the applicant
  • Additional evidence requested by the institution

Certified translation

Do not assume that an ordinary personal translation is sufficient. Where the call requires a certified translation, use a translator accepted for official purposes and follow the language requested by the institution. Some institutions may accept English translations or waive translation for certain documents. Obtain this in writing.

Legalisation and verification

There is no universal statement that every Macedonian document needs or does not need an apostille. The required verification can depend on the document, the applicable agreement, the procedure, and the institution. Check the current call and the written request.

Admission recognition and subject recognition are different

Recognition during admission determines access to the Slovenian programme. After enrolment, a student may separately request recognition of individual subjects completed at another institution, normally with a transcript and detailed syllabus, decided under faculty rules. Do not assume that recognition of the foreign degree automatically transfers individual course credits into the new programme.

Sources and further information

Last checked: 30 July 2026