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What countries recognize city guilds?

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Michael Henderson

Published Feb 12, 2026

What countries recognize city guilds?

Middle East and North Africa (MENA) – including Afghanistan, Azerbaijan, Bahrain, Egypt, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Oman, Palestine, Qatar, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, UAE. Pacific – including Australia, Cook Islands, New Zealand. South Asia – including Bangladesh, Pakistan, Sri Lanka.

Are City and Guilds qualifications Recognised internationally?

As well as in Ireland, City & Guilds operate in over 80 countries worldwide and as a result offer worldwide recognition of your skills combined with qualifications that are based on the competence required to get the job done. We operate in over 80 countries, click here to view our global offering.

Is City and Guilds a Recognised qualification?

The City & Guilds brand is recognised by 99% of employers. Our range of qualifications are built around employer needs so your learners are in a good position to find a job with a City & Guilds qualification.

Do universities accept City and Guilds?

Many institutions will accept the City & Guilds Technical qualifications as suitable for entry onto their courses.

What qualification is a city and guilds equivalent to?

Relevant vocational qualifications That’s why we are recognised by employers worldwide. Our qualifications are delivered by colleges, training providers and employers. They are available at all levels, from entry level to the equivalent of a postgraduate degree, and so offer clear pathways to career progressions.

What is Level 4 City and Guilds equivalent to?

This Level 4 Licentiateship award is run in conjunction with City & Guilds and is part of their Professional Recognition Awards suite. The Licentiateship is comparable to a Certificate of Higher Education or HNC.

Is City and Guilds Recognised in England?

All six levels of IESOL and ISESOL are accredited on the National Qualifications Framework of England, Wales and Northern Ireland (NQF).

Is City and Guilds equivalent to a degree?

That’s why we are recognised by employers worldwide. Our qualifications are delivered by colleges, training providers and employers. They are available at all levels, from entry level to the equivalent of a postgraduate degree, and so offer clear pathways to career progressions.

What is a City and Guilds Level 3 qualification equivalent to?

City & Guilds Level 3 Diplomas are designed to support progression to employment, higher/advanced apprenticeships, or higher education. Progression to higher education is generally within the vocational area of the qualification and may be to a foundation degree.

What is a City and Guilds Award?

City & Guilds Commendations are a local award, allowing organisations to directly reward their learners and tutors for their hard work and achievement. Once a term, individual centres can reward up to five of their learners plus one tutor for success in categories including: Learner who has made the biggest improvement.

Is City & Guilds Recognised in Australia?

In the UK, the recognised qualification for a skilled trade worker is the NVQ City & Guilds Level 3 certificate. In Australia, the counterpart is the AQF III; obtaining this certificate is a mandatory part of the process for skilled trade worker migration.

What is City & Guilds?

City & Guilds transforms the lives of people in more than 80 countries, by helping to build businesses and economies. Tapping into potential to help people develop the skills they need to get their first job, progress on to higher levels, and become globally mobile. City & Guilds has been…

How do I get my City & Guilds certificate from Wes?

I got my City & Guilds evaluated with WES. You need to speak with the City & Guilds institute directly and give them your details. I think it was around £40 and they will then release your certificates to WES.

How do I get a Canadian equivalency certificate?

You need to speak with the City & Guilds institute directly and give them your details. I think it was around £40 and they will then release your certificates to WES. When WES receive’s these documents they will then update your profile and send you an evaluation in the post with the Canadian equivalency summary report.

Why choose our international qualifications?

Our portfolio of international qualifications is amongst the most comprehensive available, and has been specifically designed to meet global skills shortages in particular industries: As one of our international customers, you will benefit from selected products and services aimed at helping you achieve your skills development goals.