KSA-SAUDI CULTURE EMBASSY
KSA- SAUDI CULTURE DEGREE ATTESTATION
The Saudi Culture Mission (Saudi Embassy in Pakistan) plays a crucial role in the attestation of educational documents for individuals seeking employment in Saudi Arabia. For professionals applying for a work visa, employers require their latest degree to be attested by the Saudi Culture Office to verify its authenticity. Additionally, individuals who wish to change their Iqama profession based on theireducation and experience must have their documents attested through this process.
However, the Saudi Culture attestation process can be complex, time-consuming, and challenging to navigate. From document verification to embassy approvals, every step requires strict compliance with official requirements. But don’t worry—we are here to handle everything on your behalf.
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We can provide information on the general requirements for attesting a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree from Pakistan for use in Saudi Arabia. The attestation process typically involves several steps to ensure the document is recognized as valid by Saudi authorities. Here’s a general outline of the process:
1. Attestation from the Higher Education Commission (HEC) in Pakistan
- The first step is to get your Master’s degree and transcripts attested by the Higher Education Commission (HEC) in Pakistan. This is a mandatory step for all educational documents.
- You may need to provide original documents, copies, and your CNIC (Computerized National Identity Card) for this process.
2. Attestation from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) in Pakistan
- After HEC attestation, the next step is to get the documents attested by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) in Pakistan.
- This step ensures that the documents are recognized by the Pakistani government.
3. Attestation from the Saudi Embassy in Pakistan
- Once the documents are attested by MOFA, they need to be attested by the Saudi Embassy or Consulate in Pakistan..
- You may need to provide additional documents such as a passport copy, visa copy, and a request letter for attestation
Saudi Culture Attestation Requirements
The Saudi Culture Mission in Pakistan authenticates educational degrees for individuals seeking employment in Saudi Arabia. This attestation is a mandatory requirement for professionals applying for work visas or those looking to change their Iqama profession based on their education. Below are the essential conditions and requirements for Saudi Culture Attestation.
General Conditions
Hierarchy for Saudi Culture Degree Attestation
- Bachelor’s degree must be attested first, followed by Master’s, MPhil, and PhD (each requiring separate attestation).
- If you hold a PhD or Master’s degree, the attestation process starts from your Bachelor’s degree.
Online Attestation Process (Effective April 20, 2024)
- Saudi Culture Attestation is now processed online.
- The Saudi Culture Office will send a verification email to the issuing university, and it is the applicant’s responsibility to ensure a timely response.
Regular Attendance Requirement
- The Saudi Government ensures that degrees are obtained through regular in-person classes.
- The Saudi Culture Office collaborates with HEC to verify institutions in Pakistan.
- Degrees from Virtual Universities (VU) are currently not approved for attestation.
Processing Delays & University Response
- Delays in attestation occur if universities fail to respond promptly to verification emails.
- If no response is received within two months, attestation will be denied.
Strict Authenticity Checks
- Forged or invalid certificates will result in legal consequences in both Pakistan and Saudi Arabia.
- Employment in Saudi Arabia based on an unattested degree is illegal.
Non-Refundable Fees & Institutional Charges
- Application and verification fees are non-refundable, even if the attestation request is denied.
- Any additional fees charged by the university for verification must be paid by the applicant.
Appeal Process
- Appeals can be filed within two months of a rejection decision, but all fees remain non-refundable.
Transferred Credits & Campus Verification
- If a degree includes transferred credits from another country, it requires separate verification.
- The campus mentioned on your degree must match your original institution to avoid additional verification fees.
Degree Eligibility & Name Verification
- Two-year and four-year degrees after Intermediate are eligible for attestation.
- The name and father’s name must be identical on all degrees, transcripts, CNIC, and passport.
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Important Considerations
Document Requirements – Ensure that your Master’s degree and transcripts are complete and accurate before starting the attestation process.
Consultation – It’s always a good idea to consult with the Saudi Embassy or Consulate us for the most up-to-date requirements and procedures, as they can change.
This process ensures that your Master’s degree is recognized and valid for use in SaudiArabia, whether for employment, further education, or other purposes.
Saudi Embassy and Culture Sample Documents for Process to Start
- Cnic front and back
- Passport
- Degree front
- Degree Back
- Transcript
- Digital Iqama if Already Saudi Employee
- Regular Student letter
- Degree fee verification Voucher
- Saudi Job contract letter attested from Saudi MOFA and Saudi Chamber of Commerce
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