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{{process
 
{{process
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|process_official_title=Recognition of third-cycle foreign academic degrees
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|process_official_title=Recognition of Foreign third-cycle (doctorate) Academic Degrees
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|process_alternative_titles=Recognition of academic equivalence of foreign doctorate degrees of third-cycle education
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|process_alternative_titles=Recognition of academic equivalence of foreign doctoral third-cycle degrees
 
|process_description=The procedure concerns the recognition of foreign academic degrees of third-cycle education. The interested parties submit their applications electronically using the platform: https://e-doatap.doatap.gr.  
 
|process_description=The procedure concerns the recognition of foreign academic degrees of third-cycle education. The interested parties submit their applications electronically using the platform: https://e-doatap.doatap.gr.  
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Following the entry into the platform, interested parties may apply for the necessary supporting documents and be informed of the evolution and history of their applications. The recognition procedure is addressed to PhD holders of foreign academic institutions and consists of the equivalence of qualifications in relation to the doctoral degrees awarded by Greek higher educational institutions.
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Following the entry into the platform, interested parties may apply for the necessary supporting documents and be informed of the evolution and history of their applications.  
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The recognition procedure is addressed to PhD holders of foreign academic institutions and consists of the equivalence of qualifications in relation to the doctoral degrees awarded by Greek higher educational institutions.
 
|process_org_owner_is_private=No
 
|process_org_owner_is_private=No
 
|process_org_owner=40151
 
|process_org_owner=40151
 
|process_provision_org_group=8210
 
|process_provision_org_group=8210
 
|process_provision_org=95997
 
|process_provision_org=95997
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|process_provision_org_directory=Directorate for Academic Recognition
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|process_provision_org_directory=Academic Recognition Directorate
 
|process_output_registries=431208
 
|process_output_registries=431208
 
|process_deadline_duration=P3M
 
|process_deadline_duration=P3M
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|process_provided_language=English
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|process_see_also=Recognition of foreign first cycle (undergraduate degree) academic qualifications; Recognition of foreign second cycle (postgraduate) academic qualifications
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|process_evidence_identification_type=Identification with TAXISnet codes, Other
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|process_evidence_identification_type=Identification document, Identification with e-Doatap codes, Identification with TAXISnet codes
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|process_evidence_identification_type_other=Access Codes from P.S. e-doatap
 
 
|process_type=Outgoing
 
|process_type=Outgoing
 
|process_trigger=Applied for
 
|process_trigger=Applied for
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|process_usage=Supporting document
 
|process_usage=Supporting document
 
|process_output_type=Administrative Act, Decision
 
|process_output_type=Administrative Act, Decision
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|process_source=gov.gr, SDG
 
 
|process_provided_to=University Graduates
 
|process_provided_to=University Graduates
 
|process_tax_type=Decisions
 
|process_tax_type=Decisions
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|process_sdg_resource_other=Application for review
 
|process_sdg_resource_other=Application for review
 
|process_sdg_notes=Applications for review of the decisions on recognition or non-recognition of third-cycle studies of a doctorate by the Hellenic National Academic Recognition and Information Center shall be made within sixty (60) days from the notification of the act to the person concerned.
 
|process_sdg_notes=Applications for review of the decisions on recognition or non-recognition of third-cycle studies of a doctorate by the Hellenic National Academic Recognition and Information Center shall be made within sixty (60) days from the notification of the act to the person concerned.
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|process_total_duration_steps_min=2419200
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|process_total_duration_steps_min=1555200
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|process_total_duration_steps_max=7603200
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|process_total_duration_steps_max=6739200
 
|process_total_duration_steps_digital_min=0
 
|process_total_duration_steps_digital_min=0
 
|process_total_duration_steps_digital_max=0
 
|process_total_duration_steps_digital_max=0
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|process_cost_min=133.12
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|process_cost_min=130.00
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|process_cost_max=133.12
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|process_cost_max=130.00
 
|process_evidence_cost_guarantee=0
 
|process_evidence_cost_guarantee=0
 
|process_evidence_cost_total_number=0
 
|process_evidence_cost_total_number=0
 
|process_evidence_ex_officio_total_number=0
 
|process_evidence_ex_officio_total_number=0
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|process_evidence_alternative_total_number=1
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|process_evidence_alternative_total_number=0
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|process_evidence_prerequisite_total_number=8
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|process_evidence_prerequisite_total_number=5
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|process_evidence_total_number=4
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|process_evidence_total_number=7
 
|process_evidence_step_total_number=0
 
|process_evidence_step_total_number=0
 
|process_evidence_step_digital_total_number=0
 
|process_evidence_step_digital_total_number=0
 
|process_sdg_codes=E1
 
|process_sdg_codes=E1
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|process_govgr_codes=15203
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|process_govgr_full_info=15203
 
|process_application_type=Application
 
|process_application_type=Application
 
|process_application_submission_type=Submitted by the applicant (digital)
 
|process_application_submission_type=Submitted by the applicant (digital)
 
|process_application_owner=Persons
 
|process_application_owner=Persons
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|process_application_description=Application for Degree Recognition
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|process_application_description=Application for recognition of a 3rd cycle academic degree
 
|process_application_related_url=https://e-doatap.doatap.gr/?lang=el
 
|process_application_related_url=https://e-doatap.doatap.gr/?lang=el
 
|process_application_note=The application serves as a solemn declaration under Article 8 of Law 1599/1986 (VAT I75) concerning the information referred to therein and the documents submitted with it. The inaccuracy of the information given in the application entail the criminal and administrative penalties provided for. Foreign citizens without a VAT number must be identified by the Organisation and then having their access data (user name and password) sent on the portal.
 
|process_application_note=The application serves as a solemn declaration under Article 8 of Law 1599/1986 (VAT I75) concerning the information referred to therein and the documents submitted with it. The inaccuracy of the information given in the application entail the criminal and administrative penalties provided for. Foreign citizens without a VAT number must be identified by the Organisation and then having their access data (user name and password) sent on the portal.
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|process_provided_language=English
 
|process_interval=Requested
 
|process_interval=Requested
 
}}
 
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|process_conditions_alternative=No
 
|process_conditions_alternative=No
 
|process_conditions_type=Educational
 
|process_conditions_type=Educational
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|process_conditions_name=Possession of a Foreign Academic Degree.
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|process_conditions_name=Possession of a third-cycle Foreign Academic Degree.
 
}}
 
}}
 
{{process conditions
 
{{process conditions
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|process_conditions_type=Possession of passwords to enter software
 
|process_conditions_type=Possession of passwords to enter software
 
|process_conditions_name=Foreign citizens who do not have a VAT Number must be identified by the Organisation and then have their access details (username and password) sent to the portal.
 
|process_conditions_name=Foreign citizens who do not have a VAT Number must be identified by the Organisation and then have their access details (username and password) sent to the portal.
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}}
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{{process conditions
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|process_conditions_num_id=4
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|process_conditions_alternative=No
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|process_conditions_type=Educational
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|process_conditions_name=Degree from a Greek university
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}}
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{{process conditions
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|process_conditions_num_id=5
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|process_conditions_alternative=Yes
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|process_conditions_alternative_of_selector=4
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|process_conditions_alternative_of=4
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|process_conditions_type=Educational
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|process_conditions_name=Foreign first-cycle degree academically recognised by the organisation
 
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{{process evidences cost
 
{{process evidences cost
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|process_evidence_cost_type=Impost
 
|process_evidence_cost_type=Impost
 
|process_evidence_cost_calculation=One-off
 
|process_evidence_cost_calculation=One-off
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|process_evidence_cost_description=The fee paid for the examination of the application for recognition of the Masters degree is 130,00 €, plus stamp duty (final amount 133,12 €). This amount shall be deposited only in the Bank of Greece (no. Account of the Hellenic National Academic Recognition and Information Centre (DOATAP).
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|process_evidence_cost_description=The fee paid for the examination of the application for recognition of the Masters degree is 130,00 € (valid from 1/12/2024, detailed table at https://www.doatap.gr/paravola/) . This amount shall be deposited only in the Bank of Greece  
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(DOATAP Account number 26072595, IBAN: GR05 0100 0240 000 0002 6072 595).
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(DOATAP Account number 26072595, IBAN: GR05 0100 0240 000 0002 6072 595) Applicants requesting recognition of their qualifications must ensure their name appears on deposit slip.
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|process_evidence_cost_min=133.12
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|process_evidence_cost_min=130
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|process_evidence_cost_max=133.12
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|process_evidence_cost_max=130
 
|process_evidence_cost_url=https://www.doatap.gr/paravola/
 
|process_evidence_cost_url=https://www.doatap.gr/paravola/
 
|process_evidence_cost_payment_type=Bank cashier, Digital (web banking)
 
|process_evidence_cost_payment_type=Bank cashier, Digital (web banking)
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|process_evidence_submission_type=Submitted by the applicant (digital)
 
|process_evidence_submission_type=Submitted by the applicant (digital)
 
|process_evidence_owner=Persons
 
|process_evidence_owner=Persons
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|process_evidence_description=A copy of an identity card or a passport.
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|process_evidence_description=A clear photocopy of the identity card or passport.
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|process_evidence_note=Identity card or passport in a clear photocopy (in the case of a foreign identity card or passport, a clear photocopy of the copy certified by a national lawyer).
 
 
}}
 
}}
 
{{process evidences
 
{{process evidences
 
|process_evidence_num_id=2
 
|process_evidence_num_id=2
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|process_evidence_type=7320
 
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|process_evidence_is_under_prerequisite=No
 
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|process_evidence_alternative=No
 
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|process_evidence_submission_type=Submitted by the applicant (digital)
 
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|process_evidence_owner=Persons
 
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|process_evidence_description=Solemn Declaration under Law 1599/1986.
 
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|process_evidence_related_process=Solemn declaration and electronic solemn declaration
 
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|process_evidence_related_url=https://www.gov.gr/ipiresies/polites-kai-kathemerinoteta/psephiaka-eggrapha-gov-gr/ekdose-upeuthunes-deloses
 
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|process_evidence_note=Solemn Declaration under Article 8 of Law 1599/1986, signed by the person concerned, which is available on the ‘Forms-Instructions’ link of the original e-doatap or on the website http://www.doatap.gr/
 
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}}
 
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{{process evidences
 
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|process_evidence_num_id=3
 
 
|process_evidence_type=9429
 
|process_evidence_type=9429
 
|process_evidence_is_under_prerequisite=No
 
|process_evidence_is_under_prerequisite=No
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}}
 
{{process evidences
 
{{process evidences
−
|process_evidence_num_id=4
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|process_evidence_num_id=3
 
|process_evidence_type=2825
 
|process_evidence_type=2825
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|process_evidence_is_under_prerequisite=Yes
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|process_evidence_is_under_prerequisite=No
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|process_evidence_prerequisite=Educational
 
 
|process_evidence_alternative=No
 
|process_evidence_alternative=No
 
|process_evidence_submission_type=Submitted by the applicant (digital)
 
|process_evidence_submission_type=Submitted by the applicant (digital)
 
|process_evidence_owner=Persons
 
|process_evidence_owner=Persons
 
|process_evidence_description=Greek Basic Degree or Recognition Act of the First (1st) Cycle Degree
 
|process_evidence_description=Greek Basic Degree or Recognition Act of the First (1st) Cycle Degree
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|process_evidence_note=A basic degree/Diploma of Greek higher education institution, in a clear photocopy of the original. In cases where the basic studies were carried out in a foreign institution, a clear  photocopy of the Act (Certification) of Recognition of the first (1st) cycle education (graduate/basic degree). If the title of the first (1st degree) course (basic degree) has not been recognised, the recognition of this title should first be sought (see DOATAP Procedure with the code 531918 in the National Register of Administrative Procedures).
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|process_evidence_note=A basic degree/Diploma of Greek higher education institution, in a clear photocopy of the original. In cases where the basic studies were carried out in a foreign institution, a clear  photocopy of the Act (Certification) of Recognition of the first (1st) cycle education (graduate/basic degree).  
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If the title of the first (1st degree) course (basic degree) has not been recognised, the recognition of this title should first be sought (see DOATAP Procedure with the code 531918 in the National Register of Administrative Procedures).
 
}}
 
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{{process evidences
 
{{process evidences
−
|process_evidence_num_id=5
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|process_evidence_num_id=4
 
|process_evidence_type=2825
 
|process_evidence_type=2825
−
|process_evidence_is_under_prerequisite=Yes
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|process_evidence_is_under_prerequisite=No
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|process_evidence_prerequisite=Educational
 
 
|process_evidence_alternative=No
 
|process_evidence_alternative=No
 
|process_evidence_submission_type=Submitted by the applicant (digital)
 
|process_evidence_submission_type=Submitted by the applicant (digital)
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{{process evidences
 
{{process evidences
−
|process_evidence_num_id=6
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|process_evidence_num_id=5
 
|process_evidence_type=8619
 
|process_evidence_type=8619
 
|process_evidence_is_under_prerequisite=Yes
 
|process_evidence_is_under_prerequisite=Yes
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|process_evidence_prerequisite=Educational
 
 
|process_evidence_alternative=No
 
|process_evidence_alternative=No
 
|process_evidence_submission_type=Submitted by the applicant (digital)
 
|process_evidence_submission_type=Submitted by the applicant (digital)
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|process_evidence_description=Course certificate
 
|process_evidence_description=Course certificate
 
|process_evidence_note=If the Program of Studies provides for the attendance of courses, an official transcript of records with detailed grades for all years of study is required, which must be signed, bear the stamp of the Institution and indicate the date of award of the degree. A copy must be submitted, which, alternatively, must meet the following requirements:
 
|process_evidence_note=If the Program of Studies provides for the attendance of courses, an official transcript of records with detailed grades for all years of study is required, which must be signed, bear the stamp of the Institution and indicate the date of award of the degree. A copy must be submitted, which, alternatively, must meet the following requirements:
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A) it must bear a certification of authenticity of signatures in accordance with the Hague Convention (APOSTILLE stamp) * (see explanation below).
 
A) it must bear a certification of authenticity of signatures in accordance with the Hague Convention (APOSTILLE stamp) * (see explanation below).
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{{process evidences
 
{{process evidences
−
|process_evidence_num_id=7
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|process_evidence_num_id=6
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|process_evidence_type=2825
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|process_evidence_type=4128
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|process_evidence_is_under_prerequisite=Yes
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|process_evidence_is_under_prerequisite=No
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|process_evidence_prerequisite=Educational
 
 
|process_evidence_alternative=No
 
|process_evidence_alternative=No
 
|process_evidence_submission_type=Submitted by the applicant (digital)
 
|process_evidence_submission_type=Submitted by the applicant (digital)
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}}
 
}}
 
{{process evidences
 
{{process evidences
−
|process_evidence_num_id=8
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|process_evidence_num_id=7
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|process_evidence_type=2825
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|process_evidence_type=4332
 
|process_evidence_is_under_prerequisite=Yes
 
|process_evidence_is_under_prerequisite=Yes
 
|process_evidence_prerequisite=Educational
 
|process_evidence_prerequisite=Educational
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|process_evidence_alternative=Yes
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|process_evidence_alternative=No
−
|process_evidence_alternative_of_selector=7
 
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|process_evidence_alternative_of=7
 
 
|process_evidence_submission_type=Submitted by the applicant (digital)
 
|process_evidence_submission_type=Submitted by the applicant (digital)
 
|process_evidence_owner=Persons
 
|process_evidence_owner=Persons
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}}
 
}}
 
{{process evidences
 
{{process evidences
−
|process_evidence_num_id=9
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|process_evidence_num_id=8
 
|process_evidence_type=9703
 
|process_evidence_type=9703
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|process_evidence_is_under_prerequisite=Yes
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|process_evidence_is_under_prerequisite=No
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|process_evidence_prerequisite=Educational
 
 
|process_evidence_alternative=No
 
|process_evidence_alternative=No
 
|process_evidence_submission_type=Submitted by the applicant (digital)
 
|process_evidence_submission_type=Submitted by the applicant (digital)
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}}
 
}}
 
{{process evidences
 
{{process evidences
−
|process_evidence_num_id=10
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|process_evidence_num_id=9
 
|process_evidence_type=4332
 
|process_evidence_type=4332
 
|process_evidence_is_under_prerequisite=No
 
|process_evidence_is_under_prerequisite=No
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}}
 
}}
 
{{process evidences
 
{{process evidences
−
|process_evidence_num_id=11
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|process_evidence_num_id=10
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|process_evidence_type=8619
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|process_evidence_type=4332
 
|process_evidence_is_under_prerequisite=Yes
 
|process_evidence_is_under_prerequisite=Yes
 
|process_evidence_prerequisite=Educational
 
|process_evidence_prerequisite=Educational
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}}
 
}}
 
{{process evidences
 
{{process evidences
−
|process_evidence_num_id=12
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|process_evidence_num_id=11
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|process_evidence_type=2825
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|process_evidence_type=4332
 
|process_evidence_is_under_prerequisite=Yes
 
|process_evidence_is_under_prerequisite=Yes
 
|process_evidence_prerequisite=Educational
 
|process_evidence_prerequisite=Educational
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|process_evidence_submission_type=Submitted by the applicant (digital)
 
|process_evidence_submission_type=Submitted by the applicant (digital)
 
|process_evidence_owner=Persons
 
|process_evidence_owner=Persons
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|process_evidence_description=Transfer of credits
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|process_evidence_description=Proof of previous studies for transfer of credits.
 
|process_evidence_note=If courses from a previous degree(s) or part of studies have been recognised/transferred, the following documents must be attached to a single file:
 
|process_evidence_note=If courses from a previous degree(s) or part of studies have been recognised/transferred, the following documents must be attached to a single file:
 
A) The degree and the course certificate from the institution from which the credits have been transferred if the course of study has been completed or only the course certificate if the course of study has not been completed
 
A) The degree and the course certificate from the institution from which the credits have been transferred if the course of study has been completed or only the course certificate if the course of study has not been completed
 
B) a certificate from the institution which awarded the qualification to be recognised, specifying the recognition/transfer of credits
 
B) a certificate from the institution which awarded the qualification to be recognised, specifying the recognition/transfer of credits
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All of the above must be attached to the application by the interested party in a single file and, in addition, must be requested at the applicants own risk to be sent to the IOATAP (by post or by e-mail at protocol_A@doatap.gr) so that they can be cross-checked.
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All of the above must be attached to the application by the interested party in a single file and, in addition, must be requested at the applicants own risk to be sent to the DOATAP (by post or by e-mail at protocol_A@doatap.gr) so that they can be cross-checked.
 
In case the above is issued by the Foundation in a language other than Greek, English or French, an official translation from:
 
In case the above is issued by the Foundation in a language other than Greek, English or French, an official translation from:
 
i. the translation service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Greece - Register of Certified Translators - Register of Certified Translators (mfa.gr)
 
i. the translation service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Greece - Register of Certified Translators - Register of Certified Translators (mfa.gr)
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{{process evidences
 
{{process evidences
−
|process_evidence_num_id=13
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|process_evidence_num_id=12
 
|process_evidence_type=9429
 
|process_evidence_type=9429
 
|process_evidence_is_under_prerequisite=Yes
 
|process_evidence_is_under_prerequisite=Yes
 
|process_evidence_prerequisite=Educational
 
|process_evidence_prerequisite=Educational
 
|process_evidence_alternative=No
 
|process_evidence_alternative=No
 +
|process_evidence_submission_type=Submitted by the applicant (digital)
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|process_evidence_owner=Persons
 
|process_evidence_description=Declaration of a doctor's consent
 
|process_evidence_description=Declaration of a doctor's consent
 
|process_evidence_note=If the applicant wishes the DOATAP to initiate the procedure for the inclusion of his/her thesis in the National Archive of Doctoral Dissertations, he/she completes and signs the form which is available at the link "Forms - Instructions" of the home page https://e-doatap.doatap.gr/.
 
|process_evidence_note=If the applicant wishes the DOATAP to initiate the procedure for the inclusion of his/her thesis in the National Archive of Doctoral Dissertations, he/she completes and signs the form which is available at the link "Forms - Instructions" of the home page https://e-doatap.doatap.gr/.
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The classification based on the scientific fields of the  National Archive of PhD Theses is a criterion for certain procedures of the Supreme Personnel Selection Council, as defined in Law 4765/2021.
 
The classification based on the scientific fields of the  National Archive of PhD Theses is a criterion for certain procedures of the Supreme Personnel Selection Council, as defined in Law 4765/2021.
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{{process rules
 
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|process_rule_type=Law
 
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|process_rule_decision_number=3328
 
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|process_rule_decision_year=2005
 
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|process_rule_description=DOATAP Organisation
 
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|process_rule_gazette_doc_number=80
 
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|process_rule_gazette_doc_issue=Α
 
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|process_rule_url=https://www.et.gr/api/DownloadFeksApi/?fek_pdf=20050100080
 
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}}
 
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{{process rules
 
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|process_rule_type=Law
 
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|process_rule_decision_number=3027
 
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|process_rule_decision_year=2002
 
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|process_rule_article=5
 
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|process_rule_description=Article 5 - Interdisciplinary Centre for the Recognition of Foreign Qualifications (DI.KA.TSA.) Arrangements. Examination topics required for the recognition of the equivalence of diplomas in medicine awarded by admission Universities abroad, other than countries in the European Union, are regulated.
 
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|process_rule_gazette_doc_number=152
 
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|process_rule_gazette_doc_issue=Α
 
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|process_rule_url=https://www.et.gr/api/DownloadFeksApi/?fek_pdf=20020100152
 
 
}}
 
}}
 
{{process rules
 
{{process rules
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|process_rule_decision_year=2022
 
|process_rule_decision_year=2022
 
|process_rule_article=297-316,  442-444 και 479-481
 
|process_rule_article=297-316,  442-444 και 479-481
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|process_rule_description=Academic Recognition of Immigration Studies / Interdisciplinary Organisation for the Recognition of Academic Degrees and Information
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|process_rule_description=Academic Recognition of Foreign Academic Qualifications / Interdisciplinary Organisation for the Recognition of Academic Degrees and Information
 
|process_rule_gazette_doc_number=141
 
|process_rule_gazette_doc_number=141
 
|process_rule_gazette_doc_issue=Α
 
|process_rule_gazette_doc_issue=Α
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|process_step_exit=No
 
|process_step_exit=No
 
|process_step_child=No
 
|process_step_child=No
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|process_step_title=Submission of the dossier to the Head of the Academic Recognition Directorate
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|process_step_title=Submission of the file to a competent official
 
|process_step_official=Competent Employee
 
|process_step_official=Competent Employee
 
|process_step_implementation=Software action
 
|process_step_implementation=Software action
 
|process_step_duration_min=P7D
 
|process_step_duration_min=P7D
 
|process_step_duration_max=P14D
 
|process_step_duration_max=P14D
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|process_step_description=In this step, the following actions are carried out: a) processing the submitted data, b) collecting the required information and c) checking for the existence of previously recognised or non-recognised degrees.
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|process_step_description=The official shall examine whether the awarding institution is in the National Registry of Recognised Higher Educational Institutes and Academic Degrees from Abroad and whether the type of the degree under review is in the National Register of Types of Degrees.
 
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{{process steps
 
{{process steps
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|process_step_exit=No
 
|process_step_exit=No
 
|process_step_child=No
 
|process_step_child=No
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|process_step_title=Recommendation of the Director of Academic Recognition
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|process_step_title=Submission of the file to the Head of the Academic Recognition Directorate for recommendation
 
|process_step_official=Competent Director
 
|process_step_official=Competent Director
 
|process_step_implementation=Software action
 
|process_step_implementation=Software action
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|process_step_duration_min=P7D
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|process_step_duration_min=P2D
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|process_step_duration_max=P14D
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|process_step_duration_max=P7D
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|process_step_description=The Head of the Division of Academic Recognition recommends to the President the recognition or not of the title based on the Registers of the D.O.A.T.A.P.
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81a435ce-b9ff-4775-afdd-d19fd30dc5de 814359 Αναγνώριση Ακαδημαϊκών Τίτλων Σπουδών Αλλοδαπής τρίτου κύκλου (διδακτορικού)

At a glance

Points of service

Academic Recognition Directorate, HELLENIC NATIONAL RECOGNITION AND INFORMATION CENTER (HELLENIC N.A.R.I.C.)

Digital provision points

Number of required documents

7 to 12

Fees

130 €

Deadline of completion

3 months

Description

The procedure concerns the recognition of foreign academic degrees of third-cycle education. The interested parties submit their applications electronically using the platform: https://e-doatap.doatap.gr.

Following the entry into the platform, interested parties may apply for the necessary supporting documents and be informed of the evolution and history of their applications.

The recognition procedure is addressed to PhD holders of foreign academic institutions and consists of the equivalence of qualifications in relation to the doctoral degrees awarded by Greek higher educational institutions.

Basic information

Competent body

MINISTRY OF EDUCATION, SPORTS AND RELIGIOUS AFFAIRS

Authority responsible for the provision of the procedure

HELLENIC NATIONAL RECOGNITION AND INFORMATION CENTER (HELLENIC N.A.R.I.C.)

Service / organizational unit of a authority entity

Academic Recognition Directorate

Provided to

University Graduates

Related links


Last update

12/03/2025

Application

Application Type

Application

Submission by:

Submitted by the applicant (digital)

Submitted by:

Persons

Title

Application for recognition of a 3rd cycle academic degree

Relevant link

https://e-doatap.doatap.gr/?lang=el

Notes:

The application serves as a solemn declaration under Article 8 of Law 1599/1986 (VAT I75) concerning the information referred to therein and the documents submitted with it. The inaccuracy of the information given in the application entail the criminal and administrative penalties provided for. Foreign citizens without a VAT number must be identified by the Organisation and then having their access data (user name and password) sent on the portal.

What you will need

Means of authentication, identification and signature

Identification document, Identification with e-Doatap codes, Identification with TAXISnet codes

    Print

    Requirements

      Fees

        Related

        See also

        Means of redress or appeal:

        Other Application for review

        Applications for review of the decisions on recognition or non-recognition of third-cycle studies of a doctorate by the Hellenic National Academic Recognition and Information Center shall be made within sixty (60) days from the notification of the act to the person concerned.

        Output & Results

        Output

        Administrative Act, Decision

        Steps

          Digital steps

            Other information

            Alternative titles

            Recognition of academic equivalence of foreign doctoral third-cycle degrees

            Official title

            Recognition of Foreign third-cycle (doctorate) Academic Degrees

            Languages supported

            Greek, English

            Registries updated

            E-doatap

            Legislation

              Categories

              Τype of procedure

              Decisions

              Trigger

              Applied for

              Trigger (submission method)

              Application (digital)

              Life events

              Education, Recognition of academic qualification

              Type

              Outgoing

              End of Process

              Ιndefinite

              E1

              ,


            • 1 Educational Possession of a third-cycle Foreign Academic Degree.

              No No

            • 2 Possession of passwords to enter software Access to this platform is made with the personal Taxisnet passwords for national citizens.

              Link https://www.gov.gr/arxes/anexartete-arkhe-demosion-esodon-aade/anexartete-arkhe-demosion-esodon-aade/elektronike-eggraphe-diakheirise-kodikon-taxisnet

              No No

            • 3 Possession of passwords to enter software Foreign citizens who do not have a VAT Number must be identified by the Organisation and then have their access details (username and password) sent to the portal.

              Yes Yes

            • 4 Educational Degree from a Greek university

              No No

            • 5 Educational Foreign first-cycle degree academically recognised by the organisation

              Yes Yes

            • 1 The fee paid for the examination of the application for recognition of the Masters degree is 130,00 € (valid from 1/12/2024, detailed table at https://www.doatap.gr/paravola/) . This amount shall be deposited only in the Bank of Greece (DOATAP Account number 26072595, IBAN: GR05 0100 0240 000 0002 6072 595) Applicants requesting recognition of their qualifications must ensure their name appears on deposit slip. 130 €

              Cost Calculation One-off

              Method of Payment Bank cashier, Digital (web banking)

              Type of Cost Impost

              Fee Link https://www.doatap.gr/paravola/

              No

            • 1 A clear photocopy of the identity card or passport. Identification document

              A clear photocopy of the identity card or passport.

              Submission by: Submitted by the applicant (digital)

              Submitted by: Persons


              Document submitted under requirements: No


              No 2244

            • 2 Consent form. Declaration

              Consent form.

              Submission by: Submitted by the applicant (digital)

              Submitted by: Persons

              Notes: To be completed and signed only by the person concerned for each of the institutions where he/she studied for the qualification in question and is available in the ‘Types – Guidelines’ link on the homepage https://e-doatap.doatap.gr/. With this form, the Hellenic National Academic Recognition and Information Center is authorised to ask foundation(s) for clarifying/supplementary information concerning his/her qualification(s).

              Document submitted under requirements: No


              No 9429

            • 3 Greek Basic Degree or Recognition Act of the First (1st) Cycle Degree Proof of Study

              Greek Basic Degree or Recognition Act of the First (1st) Cycle Degree

              Submission by: Submitted by the applicant (digital)

              Submitted by: Persons

              Notes: A basic degree/Diploma of Greek higher education institution, in a clear photocopy of the original. In cases where the basic studies were carried out in a foreign institution, a clear photocopy of the Act (Certification) of Recognition of the first (1st) cycle education (graduate/basic degree). If the title of the first (1st degree) course (basic degree) has not been recognised, the recognition of this title should first be sought (see DOATAP Procedure with the code 531918 in the National Register of Administrative Procedures).

              Document submitted under requirements: No


              No 2825

            • 4 Third (3rd) cycle degree (doctorate) Proof of Study

              Third (3rd) cycle degree (doctorate)

              Submission by: Submitted by the applicant (digital)

              Submitted by: Persons

              Notes: A copy of the third-cycle degree (doctorate) that is requested to be recognised, which either A) will bear a certification of the authenticity of the signatures in accordance with the Hague Convention (APOSTILLE stamp) * (explanation below) and then legally certified by one of the following Greek authorities: i) the translation service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Greece or ii) a Greek lawyer or iii) the Embassy/Consulate of Greece in the country where the document is issued. In addition, an official translation** (explained below) must be submitted if the title is issued in a language other than Greek, English or French. or B) If it does not bear a certification for the authenticity of signatures according to the Hague Convention (APOSTILLE stamp) and if the title is issued in Greek, English or French, a simple copy of the title can be attached to the application but the applicant must inform the University to send it to the DOATAP for comparison. (by post or by e-mail to protocol_A@doatap.gr) EXPLANATIONS

              • The APOSTILLE stamp on the above documents is affixed by the competent authority in the country of issue. More information here. For those countries that have not ratified the Hague Convention and only for these countries the visa is issued by the local Greek Consular Authorities.
                • Official translations of the above documents (unless they are in Greek, English or French) are provided by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to the contact person: Registry of Certified Translators - https://www.mfa.gr/ypiresies-gia-ton-politi/metafrastiki-ypiresia/i-metaphrastiki-ypiresia.html (mfa.gr), or by the local Greek Consular Authorities, or by a graduate translator of the Department of Foreign Languages, Translation and Interpretation of the Ionian University, or by a lawyer in Greece who certifies that the document in question is a translation.

              Document submitted under requirements: No


              No 2825

            • 5 Course certificate Certification

              Course certificate

              Submission by: Submitted by the applicant (digital)

              Submitted by: Persons

              Notes: If the Program of Studies provides for the attendance of courses, an official transcript of records with detailed grades for all years of study is required, which must be signed, bear the stamp of the Institution and indicate the date of award of the degree. A copy must be submitted, which, alternatively, must meet the following requirements: A) it must bear a certification of authenticity of signatures in accordance with the Hague Convention (APOSTILLE stamp) * (see explanation below). (see the explanatory note below) and, thereafter, legal certification by one of the following Greek authorities: i. the Translation Service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Greece or ii. a Greek lawyer or iii. the Embassy/Consulate of Greece in the country where the document is issued In addition, an official translation** (explanation below) must be provided if the course certificate is issued in a language other than Greek, English or French. B) In case the certificate does not bear an authentication for the authenticity of signatures according to the Hague Convention (APOSTILLE stamp) and if the certificate is issued in Greek, English or French, a simple copy may be attached to the application but the applicant must inform the University to send it also to the DOATAP for copying (by post or by e-mail at protocol_A@doatap.gr). EXPLANATIONS

              • The APOSTILLE stamp on the above documents is affixed by the competent authority in the country of issue. More information here. For those countries that have not ratified the Hague Convention and only for these countries the visa is issued by the local Greek Consular Authorities.
                • Official translations of the above documents (unless they are in Greek, English or French) are provided by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs at the link: Registry of Certified Translators - https://www.mfa.gr/ypiresies-gia-ton-politi/metafrastiki-ypiresia/i-metaphrastiki-ypiresia.html (mfa.gr), or by the local Greek Consular Authorities, or by a graduate translator of the Department of Foreign Languages, Translation and Interpretation of the Ionian University, or by a lawyer in Greece who certifies that the document in question is a translation.

              Document submitted under requirements: Yes


              No 8619

            • 6 Third (3rd) cycle dissertation/ PhD thesis. Digital file

              Third (3rd) cycle dissertation/ PhD thesis.

              Submission by: Submitted by the applicant (digital)

              Submitted by: Persons

              Notes: This is the file of the PhD thesis as it was submitted to the Foundation.

              Document submitted under requirements: No


              No 4128

            • 7 PhD thesis abstract. Supporting documents per case

              PhD thesis abstract.

              Submission by: Submitted by the applicant (digital)

              Submitted by: Persons

              Notes: If the attached thesis is in a language other than Greek, English and French, and does not contain an abstract in one of these languages, the abstract should be attached in Greek or English.

              Document submitted under requirements: Yes

              Document’s requirement: Educational

              No 4332

            • 8 Certificate of the institution. Certificate

              Certificate of the institution.

              Submission by: Submitted by the applicant (digital)

              Submitted by: Persons

              Notes: A certificate from the awarding institution that no private institution in Greece offering study programs through franchising agreements with higher education institutions abroad has been involved in the conduct of the entire program.

              Document submitted under requirements: No


              No 9703

            • 9 Additional supporting documents per case. Supporting documents per case

              Additional supporting documents per case.

              Submission by: Submitted by the applicant (digital)

              Submitted by: Persons

              Notes: Where appropriate, additional supporting documents are required. Attach additional documents supporting the recognition of the title (up to 10 additional files). Interested parties should refer to the e-doatap portal to find out about the supporting documents required in their case.

              Document submitted under requirements: No


              No 4332

            • 10 Diploma supplement Supporting documents per case

              Diploma supplement

              Submission by: Submitted by the applicant (digital)

              Submitted by: Persons

              Notes: Diploma Supplement. Required if granted by the Foundation.

              Document submitted under requirements: Yes

              Document’s requirement: Educational

              No 4332

            • 11 Proof of previous studies for transfer of credits. Supporting documents per case

              Proof of previous studies for transfer of credits.

              Submission by: Submitted by the applicant (digital)

              Submitted by: Persons

              Notes: If courses from a previous degree(s) or part of studies have been recognised/transferred, the following documents must be attached to a single file: A) The degree and the course certificate from the institution from which the credits have been transferred if the course of study has been completed or only the course certificate if the course of study has not been completed B) a certificate from the institution which awarded the qualification to be recognised, specifying the recognition/transfer of credits All of the above must be attached to the application by the interested party in a single file and, in addition, must be requested at the applicants own risk to be sent to the DOATAP (by post or by e-mail at protocol_A@doatap.gr) so that they can be cross-checked. In case the above is issued by the Foundation in a language other than Greek, English or French, an official translation from: i. the translation service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Greece - Register of Certified Translators - Register of Certified Translators (mfa.gr) or ii. a Greek lawyer or iii. the Embassy/Consulate of Greece in the country where the document is issued ATTENTION In case of recognition/transfer of courses from a previous degree(s) where the awarding institution is included in the List of Foreign Institutions with a Beneficence Agreement in Greece, the following must also be submitted. The form is available at the "Forms - Instructions" link on the home page https://e-doatap.doatap.gr/. It must be requested on the applicants responsibility, completed by the institution where the courses have been recognised/transferred and sent directly (by post or by e-mail to protocol_A@doatap.gr) to DOATAP, and also to the person concerned to attach it to the application. In case the Certificate of Place of Study is completed by the Institution in a language other than Greek, English or French, the applicant must also attach the Certificate of Place of Study, in a legally certified copy and translated by: i. the translation service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Greece - Register of Certified Translators - Register of Certified Translators (mfa.gr) or ii. a Greek lawyer or iii. the Embassy/Consulate of Greece in the country where the document is issued

              Document submitted under requirements: Yes

              Document’s requirement: Educational

              No 4332

            • 12 Declaration of a doctor's consent Declaration

              Declaration of a doctor's consent

              Submission by: Submitted by the applicant (digital)

              Submitted by: Persons

              Notes: If the applicant wishes the DOATAP to initiate the procedure for the inclusion of his/her thesis in the National Archive of Doctoral Dissertations, he/she completes and signs the form which is available at the link "Forms - Instructions" of the home page https://e-doatap.doatap.gr/. Attention: The classification based on the scientific fields of the National Archive of PhD Theses is a criterion for certain procedures of the Supreme Personnel Selection Council, as defined in Law 4765/2021.

              Document submitted under requirements: Yes

              Document’s requirement: Educational

              No 9429

            • Law 297-316, 442-444 και 479-481 4957 2022 141 Α

              Description Academic Recognition of Foreign Academic Qualifications / Interdisciplinary Organisation for the Recognition of Academic Degrees and Information

              Legal references https://www.et.gr/api/DownloadFeksApi/?fek pdf=20220100141

            • 1 Receipt of an application and pre-check of submissions

              Responsible for Implementation Competent Department

              Μethod of Implementation Software action

              Description A check shall be carried out on the dossier and, if shortcomings or incorrect supporting documents are found, the application shall be returned to the applicant for further actions and re-submission; if the application is complete the procedure shall proceed to the next step.

              Notes In any case, the citizen has the possibility to be informed about the status of his/her application and any additional actions on his/her part, through the eDoatap platform.

              No No


            • 2 Submission of the file to a competent official

              Responsible for Implementation Competent Employee

              Μethod of Implementation Software action

              Description The official shall examine whether the awarding institution is in the National Registry of Recognised Higher Educational Institutes and Academic Degrees from Abroad and whether the type of the degree under review is in the National Register of Types of Degrees.

              No No


            • 3 Submission of the file to the Head of the Academic Recognition Directorate for recommendation

              Responsible for Implementation Competent Director

              Μethod of Implementation Software action

              Description Checking of the information and preparation of a recommendation to the President regarding whether the degree can be given academic equivalence.

              No No


            • 4 Referral of the recommendation to the President for a final decision

              Responsible for Implementation Head of Organization

              Μethod of Implementation Software action

              Description Referral of the recommendation by the Head of the Academic Recognition Directorate to the President for a final decision on the academic equivalence or not of the degree with the postgraduate degrees of the Greek Universities.

              Notes The President may, by way of exception, consult the Board of Directors.

              No No


            • 5 Decision of the President of the Board issued

              Responsible for Implementation Head of Organization

              Μethod of Implementation Digital signature

              Description Decision of the President of the Board of Directors, signed digitally

              No Yes


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