About the Qualifications Alignment and Validation (QAV) Portal
The QAV portal is an automated system established by the KNQA to enable submission and processing (Alignment and Validation) of National and foreign Qualifications into the KNQF. The Kenya National Qualifications Authority (KNQA) undertakes Aligment of qualifications awarded by Qualifications awarding bodies in accordance with Section 8(1)(i),(k),(n),(q) of KNQF Act No.22 of 2014.
General Requirements for Alignment and Validation of Qualifications
- Upload clear certified copies of certificates and transcripts. The documents should be certified by an Advocate and Commissioner for oath (for Kenyan citizens); an Advocate and Notary public (for Foreigners); or the issuing institution;
- All non-English Language certifications and academic transcripts must be translated into English by a certified language translator. The translation must bear the official stamp / letter-head of the language translator;
- National Identity Cards or Passports of Kenyan citizens, showing clear photograph of applicant, must be certified by an Advocate and Commissioner for Oaths;
- Passports, work permits and visas submitted by foreigners and showing clear photograph of applicants, must be certified by an Advocate and Notary Public;
- In case of name change, an affidavit should be attached;
- For Post Graduate qualifications, applicants to provide a complete signature page in English as proof of research work and or project;
Aplication Steps
Register
Create an account to apply for Alignment and Validation of Qualifications
Upload Qualification(s)
Populate all your academic qualification(s) details and upload copies of all your certificates
Submit an application
Submit an application for Alignment and Validation
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