Documents You Need – Studied Outside Nigeria
Everything here is tailored for foreign-trained graduates.
Documents Checklist
Upload these online and carry the originals for physical verification.
Core Documents
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Evaluation of Degree (Ministry of Education)Evaluation/verification of your foreign certificate from the Federal Ministry of Education.
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Degree or HND CertificateOfficial graduation certificate from your institution.
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Complete Official TranscriptFull transcript covering your entire programme.
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O'Level CertificateWAEC, NECO, NABTEB, GCE, SSCE, IGCE, GCSE, etc. — 5 credits including English & Maths (max 2 sittings).
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Passport Data PageUpload the page showing your photo and personal details. If you used more than one passport during your study, upload all of them.
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Entry Visa / Study Permit / Residence PermitUpload all available documents showing your legal stay in your country of study.
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First Departure Stamp (from Nigeria)Stamp for the first time you left Nigeria to begin your studies.
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First Return Stamp (after study)Stamp for your first return to Nigeria after completing your programme. If you returned through E-Gates and have no stamp, explain this during physical verification.
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Birth Certificate or Age Declaration
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Passport PhotographsAt least 10 copies, white background.
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Medical Certificate of FitnessFrom a government hospital.
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School ID CardOriginal student ID from your institution.
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NERD Clearance SlipMore information on how to obtain this is provided below.
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Marriage Certificate (Optional)For married women applying for concessional posting.
Profession-Specific Requirements
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Medical Doctors / OptometristsEvidence of completed housemanship + registration with MDCN or Optometrists Association.
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PharmacistsEvidence of completed internship + registration with the Pharmacists Council of Nigeria.
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Nurses / MidwivesValid nursing licence + registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria (NMCN).
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Medical Laboratory ScientistsValid practising licence + registration with the Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria (MLSCN).
These requirements apply to both Nigerian and foreign-trained graduates.
How to Get Your Evaluation of Degree Certificate
You can get your certificate evaluation online at https://essverify.education.gov.ng/.
Alternatively, you can visit the Ministry of Education and take the following documents:
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WAEC / NECO
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Degree Certificate
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Transcript
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Admission Letter or School ID Card
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International Passport
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Residence Permit / Study Permit
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Entry and Exit Visa
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Professional Licence (if applicable)
How to Get NERD Clearance Slip (Foreign-Trained Graduates)
To obtain your NERD clearance slip as a foreign-trained graduate, visit https://esmat.ned.gov.ng/ai/esmat/foreign/enrol_foreign_students.php and follow the steps.
If you need help, you can use approved agents or registered centres for enrolment support. Find an accredited centre here: Accredited centers.
After getting the slip, download and save the PDF of the NERD Clearance Slip for NYSC registration.
For useful information, visit the NYSC blog website.
Missing Documents?
Loss of International Passport
NYSC requires:
- Police report
- Immigration report (from the country where it was lost)
- Sworn affidavit
- Evidence of stay in your country of study
- New international passport (upload the data page)
This helps NYSC confirm your travel history and identity.
Loss of Academic Credentials
If you lost your O'Level, degree, or HND certificate:
- Police report
- Sworn affidavit
- Confirmation of result:
- O'Level → from the exam body (WAEC/NECO/etc.)
- Degree/HND → from your institution
NYSC accepts these confirmations during registration.
Ready for registration?
Continue to the foreign-trained registration steps, including physical verification.