EU Blue Card: how to obtain university diploma validation by CIMEA

In Italy, obtaining validation of a university diploma under the new EU Blue Card guidelines now includes an alternative to the Declaration of Value (“Dichiarazione di Valore” to be issued by the Italian Consulate in the country in which the title was issued) through the "Statement of Comparability and of Authenticity" issued by CIMEA.

CIMEA, which stands for “Information Center on Academic Mobility and Equivalence”, is dedicated to facilitating academic mobility by enhancing the understanding of the Italian educational system and foreign educational systems, thus promoting the principles of the Lisbon Convention on the recognition of qualifications.

To access this service, applicants should visit CIMEA’s English website (https://www.cimea.it/EN/) where they will find detailed information about the application process. The Statement of Comparability and Authenticity (Attestazione CIMEA) can be obtained for a reasonable fee within approx. 60 days.

During the online application process at https://cimea-diplome.it/page-homepage, applicants need to upload scanned copies of documents such as diplomas and academic transcripts. The website provides step-by-step guidance, including a list of required documents for each country and specifications on translation if necessary.

It is important to note that local offices are gradually implementing the new guidelines, therefore it is recommended to check with the relevant immigration office before opting for CIMEA validation instead of the "Dichiarazione di valore" to avoid delays or hiccups during the process.

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