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Comparing certification routes for academic credentials

Universities and immigration authorities want different document formats.

Sent directly by the institution (official transcript)

The destination university requires institution-to-institution delivery

Certifying authority
The issuing institution
Indicative timeline
Variable, per the institution's issuing cycle
Pitfalls / common rejections
Sending the student-held copy, which is not counted as official

Certified translation + consular legalisation + embassy

Used for a visa, work permit, or a foreign government body

Certifying authority
Department of Consular Affairs and the destination embassy
Indicative timeline
Variable — allow several weeks
Pitfalls / common rejections
Name spelling differing from the passport, requiring an additional same-person affidavit

Note: Timelines above are practical estimates from live casework and can change with each authority's policy; confirm with the receiving authority before booking travel. If you would rather not test routes by trial and error, our advisers can assess which route fits your case.

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