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What is assessed in the equivalence check?
Relevant forProfessionals
In short
The recognition authority compares a foreign professional qualification with the German reference qualification.
Important / context
The key question is whether substantial differences exist; professional experience can be considered depending on the rules.
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Recognition
Does a foreign qualification have to be recognised in Germany?
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Regulated profession
What is a regulated profession?
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Recognition partnership
Can I already work in Germany while my recognition is in progress?
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DAB
What is the Digital Information on Professional Qualification (DAB)?
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