School Information Center (SIZ)

Recognition of school qualifications from other federal states

Detailed description

School-leaving qualifications, authorizations and previous training acquired outside the Free and Hanseatic City of Hamburg but within Germany may require recognition. They are recognized if the certified achievements meet the requirements of the Conference of Ministers of Education and Cultural Affairs or comparable Hamburg educational programs. Whether this equivalence exists is checked at the school information center and, if necessary, confirmed.

 

Information

Documents required

For the recognition of school qualifications from other federal states (including the former GDR), the original or officially certified photocopy of the last school report or diploma must be submitted.

Address and contact information

School Information Center (SIZ)

Mon-Tue 9 am-1pm, Fri 9 am-1pm, Thu 1 pm-6pm, appointments at 428 99 22 11 required!

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Keywords: Equivalence of school qualifications from other federal states

Last updated: 06.02.2026