Big win for internationally educated professionals. Morocco has officially announced that select degrees from five major European countries will now be recognized as equivalent to Moroccan national diplomas—including bachelor’s, master’s, doctoral, and engineering degrees.
This is a major step forward for cross-border education mobility, and a signal that Morocco is opening doors for more international academic recognition.
Let’s break down what changed, who qualifies, and what it means for educators, students, and education institutions.
Who’s Included?
According to Official Gazette No. 7422 (July 17, 2025), Morocco now recognizes certain foreign diplomas from public institutions in:
- 🇪🇸 Spain
- 🇫🇷 France
- 🇧🇪 Belgium
- 🇩🇪 Germany
- 🇬🇧 United Kingdom
This covers:
- Bachelor’s degrees
- Master’s degrees
- Doctorates
- Engineering diplomas
What Makes a Degree Eligible?
Not all degrees are covered. To qualify for equivalency, applicants must meet specific criteria:
- National-Level Public Degrees: The degree must be issued by a public university or institution in one of the five approved countries.
- Full-Time, Regular Study: The qualification must have been earned through traditional (not remote-only) study programs.
- Residency Required: Applicants must have lived in the awarding country during their period of study (proof of residency is required).
Engineering Degrees
There’s special attention to engineering qualifications. Degrees earned in these countries will now be considered equivalent to Morocco’s “Diplôme d’ingénieur d’État”, but only if the program lasted at least five years. It followed a scientific baccalaureate.
Where to Verify Your Degree
Applicants are advised to check:
- The Official Gazette (Bulletin officiel No. 7422)
- The Ministry’s online portal: enssup.gov.ma
Each case must still be reviewed individually to confirm compliance with the outlined conditions.
What This Means for Educators, Schools, and Students
This decision is more than just red tape reform. It has real-world impact for:
- Educators who earned their qualifications abroad and want to teach or work in Morocco
- International schools and recruiters who want to verify the credentials of foreign-trained staff
- Students considering international study paths but unsure of future degree value in Morocco
It also signals a broader shift toward international alignment, especially as Morocco looks to expand recognition to even more countries.
EDU Passport’s Take
At EDU Passport, we see this as a step in the right direction toward transparency, mobility, and trust in international education.
When qualifications are more portable, everyone benefits—from the teachers trying to build a career abroad, to the students searching for trusted institutions, to schools trying to build world-class teams.
As Morocco continues this momentum, we’ll be watching—and helping educators and institutions navigate every change.
For International Students & Institutions
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