Now, according to various estimates, there are about 1 million Ukrainians in Poland. Among them are many families with school-age children. Therefore, for many it becomes relevant to receive further education in Poland.
In addition, many schoolchildren who are now finishing their final grades in Ukraine are considering the option of enrolling in European universities. They also often choose Polish educational institutions.
What documents are needed to study in Poland?
We recommend deciding in advance on the list of universities where your teenager wants to study. And only then clarify the list of documents for each university. Educational institutions may have different document requirements.
In all cases, foreign applicants must provide a Certificate of Secondary Education with an apostille. This is a mandatory document. If a child graduates from a Ukrainian school, he/she receives a state School Certificate. Such a document is valid abroad if it has an apostille stamp.
Where and how can Ukrainians get an apostille for a School Certificate?
An apostille is a stamp that is affixed on a separate form and is stitched with a School Certificate. This procedure allows you to legalize a document for other countries. Since Poland and Ukraine are member countries of the Hague Convention, the legalization procedure is carried out in a simplified manner - an apostille stamp is affixed.
Apostilization is carried out only in Ukraine. To do this, you need to submit documents to the Ministry of Education in Kyiv. Documents are checked for the authenticity of signatures and seals; the status of the persons who signed the certificate is confirmed.
But even a Ukrainian School Certificate with an apostille may not be accepted at a Polish university. The document and stamp are issued in the state language. Therefore, the School Certificate must be translated depending on the requirements of the educational institution:
- into Polish;
- into English;
- by a sworn Polish translator.
Where to obtain an apostille for a School Certificate with translation in Kyiv?
Our translation agency provides services for the legalization of documents for Ukrainians. We understand that you do not always have the opportunity and time to complete the paperwork yourself. If you are abroad or live in Ukraine, but not in Kyiv, or you need to get an apostille within days, then it will be more convenient for you to contact us.
We work without intermediaries. Our managers will officially go through all the procedures for obtaining an apostille, and will also prepare a translation into Polish or English. At the same time, you do not need to come to Kyiv, submit and receive documents yourself, or additionally look for a translator.
If necessary, our specialists will get an apostille or make translation for other documents from your list.
