International Education Verification
When hiring globally, verifying academic credentials can be one of the trickiest parts of due diligence. Edify Screening makes it simple. Our International Education Verification service helps you confirm degrees, diplomas, and certifications earned outside the United States, sourced directly from institutions or their authorized record custodians in 100+ countries.
Whether you’re hiring a software engineer from India or a nurse trained in the UK, we ensure your candidate’s education claims are accurate and properly validated—so you can hire with clarity and compliance. We handle the complexity of contacting global institutions, interpreting foreign education systems, and securing official confirmations.
How It Works
- We reach out to institutions or approved data providers in the candidate’s country.
- Verification includes degree title, date of completion, and institution name.
- All results are reviewed for authenticity and translated where needed.
When to Use It
- Hiring professionals with education completed outside the U.S.
- Validating foreign credentials for roles in healthcare, tech, education, or finance.
- Ensuring compliance with licensing or visa documentation requirements.
TAT & Fees
- Turnaround time: 5–30 business days depending on country and institution response time.
- Some schools or third-party vendors charge processing fees; these are passed through.
Why It Matters
Misrepresentation of educational background is one of the most common types of resume fraud—especially in global recruiting. With diploma mills and unverifiable schools becoming harder to detect, confirming education internationally is critical for protecting your workplace. Our service helps mitigate risk, prevent credential fraud, and align with compliance protocols for licensed or credentialed roles.
Use-Cases
- Healthcare employers verifying foreign medical or nursing degrees.
- Tech firms confirming overseas computer science or engineering degrees.
- Universities or nonprofits vetting international academic staff or volunteers.
International Education Verification FAQs
Q: What countries do you cover for education verification?
A: We verify credentials in 100+ countries across Asia, Europe, Africa, South America, and more.
Q: Will I be notified if there are verification delays?
A: Yes. We proactively update you if an institution is delayed or requires extra documentation.
Q: Are verifications compliant with U.S. hiring laws?
A: Yes. All findings are verified through authorized or direct institutional sources, with FCRA-aligned reporting.
Q: What documentation is typically needed from the candidate?
A: Usually a signed release and a copy of the diploma or transcript. Some schools may require additional info.
Q: Can I order this for degree equivalency validation?
A: While this service confirms the education, it does not convert degrees to U.S. equivalents. We do offer equivalency validation as a separate service.
Authoritative Source
For guidance on international education verification and compliance, consult the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) and regulatory resources like the EEOC, CFPB, and FTC. Edify is a PBSA member and committed to global screening integrity.
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