International qualification FAQs

An international qualification is a qualification gained outside the State.

CORU is the competent authority for the recognition of international qualifications.

Recognition of international qualifications is a separate process.  It is a pre-requisite to registration.

Please refer to the registration section of the website where you will find information on applying for recognition of international qualifications. International Qualifications

Currently it can take up to 12 weeks to complete the recognition process.  There are quarterly cut-off dates to assist in the speedy processing of applications.

These dates are detailed on the front of the international qualification recognition application form.

No, if you hold a international qualification you must apply to have it recognised before you can proceed to make application for registration.

The fee for recognition of international qualifications is €410.