{"id":288,"date":"2021-02-11T12:54:06","date_gmt":"2021-02-11T12:54:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ndeb.wpengine.com\/?page_id=288"},"modified":"2026-01-23T14:30:32","modified_gmt":"2026-01-23T19:30:32","slug":"required-documents","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/ndeb-bned.ca\/activity-log-backup\/equivalency-process\/how-to-apply\/required-documents\/","title":{"rendered":"Required Documents"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><p>[vc_row css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;grid&#8221; angled_section=&#8221;no&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; background_image_as_pattern=&#8221;without_pattern&#8221; z_index=&#8221;&#8221; el_class=&#8221;container-1180&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1614274333569{padding-top: 30px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_column_text]Application to the Equivalency Process requires credential verification by the NDEB. Select the country where you obtained your undergraduate dental degree from the list below. Then follow the document requirements specific for your country.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;50px&#8221;]<style>#definitions{display: none;}<\/style><div class=\"qode_required_document_main \"><h3  class=\"title-doc\">Country<\/h3><form id=\"country-doc-filter\" name=\"country-doc-filter\" method=\"get\"><span class=\"custom-dropdown\"><select name=\"country_ID\"><option value=\"\">-Select-<\/option><option value=\"4022\" >Afghanistan<\/option><option value=\"697\" >Albania<\/option><option value=\"698\" >Algeria<\/option><option value=\"699\" >Argentina<\/option><option value=\"700\" >Armenia<\/option><option value=\"701\" >Australia \u2013 for graduates before March 31, 2010<\/option><option value=\"4035\" >Austria<\/option><option value=\"4037\" >Azerbaijan<\/option><option value=\"702\" >Bangladesh<\/option><option value=\"703\" >Belarus<\/option><option value=\"704\" >Belgium<\/option><option value=\"705\" >Bolivia<\/option><option value=\"4042\" >Bosnia and Herzegovina<\/option><option value=\"706\" >Brazil<\/option><option value=\"707\" >Bulgaria<\/option><option value=\"4046\" >Cambodia<\/option><option value=\"4048\" >Cameroon<\/option><option value=\"708\" >Chile<\/option><option value=\"709\" >China<\/option><option value=\"710\" >Colombia<\/option><option value=\"4053\" >Congo (Democratic Republic) \/ Zaire<\/option><option value=\"4055\" >Costa Rica<\/option><option value=\"4057\" >Cote D\u2019ivoire<\/option><option value=\"711\" >Croatia<\/option><option value=\"712\" >Cuba<\/option><option value=\"713\" >Czech Republic<\/option><option value=\"714\" >Denmark<\/option><option value=\"715\" >Dominican Republic<\/option><option value=\"716\" >Ecuador<\/option><option value=\"717\" >Egypt<\/option><option value=\"718\" >El Salvador<\/option><option value=\"4086\" >Eritrea<\/option><option value=\"4089\" >Estonia<\/option><option value=\"4091\" >Ethiopia<\/option><option value=\"4093\" >Fiji<\/option><option value=\"4097\" >Finland<\/option><option value=\"719\" >France<\/option><option value=\"4099\" >Georgia<\/option><option value=\"720\" >Germany<\/option><option value=\"4102\" >Ghana<\/option><option value=\"4104\" >Greece<\/option><option value=\"721\" >Guatemala<\/option><option value=\"4106\" >Guinea<\/option><option value=\"4108\" >Guyana<\/option><option value=\"4110\" >Haiti<\/option><option value=\"4112\" >Honduras<\/option><option value=\"722\" >Hong Kong<\/option><option value=\"723\" >Hungary<\/option><option value=\"724\" >India<\/option><option value=\"4115\" >Indonesia<\/option><option value=\"725\" >Iran, Islamic Republic of<\/option><option value=\"726\" >Iraq<\/option><option value=\"727\" >Ireland \u2013 for graduates before December 5, 2012<\/option><option value=\"728\" >Israel<\/option><option value=\"729\" >Italy<\/option><option value=\"4125\" >Jamaica<\/option><option value=\"4128\" >Japan<\/option><option value=\"730\" >Jordan<\/option><option value=\"4131\" >Kazakhstan<\/option><option value=\"4134\" >Kenya<\/option><option value=\"731\" >Korea, Republic of<\/option><option value=\"4152\" >Kuwait<\/option><option value=\"4154\" >Kyrgyzstan<\/option><option value=\"4158\" >Latvia<\/option><option value=\"732\" >Lebanon<\/option><option value=\"733\" >Libya<\/option><option value=\"4163\" >Lithuania<\/option><option value=\"734\" >Macedonia<\/option><option value=\"735\" >Madagascar<\/option><option value=\"4168\" >Malaysia<\/option><option value=\"4171\" >Malta<\/option><option value=\"736\" >Mauritius<\/option><option value=\"737\" >Mexico<\/option><option value=\"738\" >Moldova<\/option><option value=\"739\" >Mongolia<\/option><option value=\"4176\" >Morocco<\/option><option value=\"4183\" >Mozambique<\/option><option value=\"740\" >Nepal<\/option><option value=\"4186\" >Netherlands<\/option><option value=\"741\" >New Zealand \u2013 for graduates before December 14, 2011<\/option><option value=\"4190\" >Nicaragua<\/option><option value=\"742\" >Nigeria<\/option><option value=\"743\" >Norway<\/option><option value=\"4195\" >Oman<\/option><option value=\"744\" >Pakistan<\/option><option value=\"745\" >Palestine, State of<\/option><option value=\"746\" >Paraguay<\/option><option value=\"747\" >Peru<\/option><option value=\"748\" >Philippines<\/option><option value=\"749\" >Poland<\/option><option value=\"4200\" >Portugal<\/option><option value=\"750\" >Romania<\/option><option value=\"751\" >Russian Federation<\/option><option value=\"752\" >Saudi Arabia<\/option><option value=\"753\" >Scotland<\/option><option value=\"4205\" >Serbia<\/option><option value=\"4207\" >Singapore<\/option><option value=\"754\" >Slovakia<\/option><option value=\"4209\" >Slovenia<\/option><option value=\"4211\" >Somalia<\/option><option value=\"755\" >South Africa<\/option><option value=\"756\" >Spain<\/option><option value=\"757\" >Sri Lanka<\/option><option value=\"758\" >Sudan<\/option><option value=\"759\" >Sweden<\/option><option 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class=\"required_document_content_1\"><\/div><div class=\"required_document_content\">Before submitting required documents, you must create an online profile. Always refer to the criteria for required documents available in your <a href=\"https:\/\/ndeb-na.brighttrac.com\/\">online portal<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>All documents listed below are required for credential verification. Read the descriptions and follow the submission requirements exactly. Documents that are submitted incorrectly will not be accepted.<\/div><\/div>[\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h5>Need additional help?<\/h5>\n<p>Make an appointment to speak to a credential verification specialist.<\/p>\n<p>Before making an appointment to speak with a credential verification specialist, make sure you have fully read the <a href=\"https:\/\/ndeb-bned.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/2026_Equivalency-Process-application-guide.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Application Guide<\/a> as well as the information by country of education.<\/p>\n<p>Appointments will be limited to 15 minutes so it may be useful to have the <a href=\"https:\/\/ndeb-bned.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/2026_Equivalency-Process-application-guide.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Application Guide<\/a> and your questions prepared ahead of time.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;50px&#8221;]<a  itemprop=\"url\" href=\"https:\/\/ndeb-bned.my.site.com\/s\/phone-appointment?language=en_CA\" target=\"_self\"  class=\"qbutton  default\" style=\"color: #ffffff; \">Book Now<\/a>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;grid&#8221; angled_section=&#8221;no&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; background_image_as_pattern=&#8221;without_pattern&#8221; z_index=&#8221;&#8221; el_class=&#8221;container-1180&#8243;][vc_column][vc_raw_html css=&#8221;&#8221;]JTVCcmVxdWlyZWRfZG9jdW1lbnRfY291bnRyeSU1RA==[\/vc_raw_html][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1724364424009{padding-top: 40px !important;}&#8221;]All requirements are subject to change. The NDEB\u2019s credential verification process is reviewed regularly and updated to align with best practices in credential verification.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;grid&#8221; angled_section=&#8221;no&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; background_image_as_pattern=&#8221;without_pattern&#8221; row_negative_margin=&#8221;disable_negative_margin&#8221; z_index=&#8221;&#8221; el_class=&#8221;container-1180&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1614268871868{padding-top: 90px !important;}&#8221; el_id=&#8221;definitions&#8221;][vc_column][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1613049177337{padding-bottom: 10px !important;}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3>Definitions<\/h3>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text]<div class='q_list circle'><\/p>\n<h6>Notarized<\/h6>\n<ul>\n<li>Notarized photocopies must bear the original seal and signature of a Notary Public or a Commissioner of Oaths<\/li>\n<li>The Notary Public or Commissioner of Oaths must make a photocopy of the original degree issued by the university or other original documents and place their stamp or seal on the photocopied document. Do not photocopy the document yourself<\/li>\n<li>The seal or notary statement must state that the document is a true copy of the original document seen by the Notary Public or Commissioner of Oaths who has notarized the document<\/li>\n<li>Original seals must display the credentials of the individual in English or French. Translated seals will not be accepted<\/li>\n<li>If you are unable to have document(s) notarized by a local Notary Public or Commissioner of Oaths, whose credentials are in English or French, you may have an Officer of a Canadian Consulate or Canadian Embassy make a notarized photocopy of your document(s).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><\/div><div class='q_list circle'><\/p>\n<h6>Original translation<\/h6>\n<ul>\n<li>must be done by a certified translator, and bear the original seal and signature of the certified translator<\/li>\n<li>must be secured by the certified translator to a photocopy of the original document that was translated. Documents paper clipped together will not be accepted<\/li>\n<li>the certified translator must place their seal and initial or signature on all pages<\/li>\n<li>original seals must display the name and credentials of the certified translator in English or French. Translated seals will not be accepted<\/li>\n<li>A translation done or attested by a school official, such as a Dean or Registrar, or a notarized photocopy of a translation will not be accepted.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><\/div><div class='q_list circle'><\/p>\n<h6>Certified translator<\/h6>\n<ul>\n<li>an individual who has been evaluated by a translation authority and holds a licence, issued by a government recognized translation<br \/>\nassociation, to perform legal translations<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><\/div><div class='q_list circle'><\/p>\n<h6>Academic Record<\/h6>\n<ul>\n<li>is a complete record of all courses taken and individual grades obtained from all dental schools or faculties attended throughout all years of the program<\/li>\n<li>must indicate the dates you attended the program<\/li>\n<li>an academic record issued by an affiliated college will not be accepted<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><\/div>[vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1613048683865{padding-bottom: 50px !important;}&#8221;]The NDEB\u2019s mandate is to establish a standard of competence for general dentists in Canada and to test applicants to ensure they meet those standards. Dental Regulatory Authorities, governments, and the Canadian public expect the NDEB to verify the qualifications of an applicant before allowing the applicant to take the required assessments and examinations. The NDEB\u2019s document requirements are based on best practice and research and reviewed annually.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;grid&#8221; angled_section=&#8221;no&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; background_image_as_pattern=&#8221;without_pattern&#8221; row_negative_margin=&#8221;disable_negative_margin&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1614269596272{padding-top: 50px !important;padding-bottom: 120px !important;}&#8221; z_index=&#8221;&#8221; el_class=&#8221;container-1180 faq-box&#8221; el_id=&#8221;faq&#8221;][vc_column]<div class=\"qode-giwt\">\n    <div class=\"qode-giwt-inner qode-type1-gradient-bottom-to-top-text-hover\">\n                    <span class=\"qode-giwt-icon-holder\">\n                <span data-type=\"normal\"  class=\"qode_icon_shortcode  q_font_awsome_icon fa-2x  \" style=\" \"><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"qode-icon-ndeb ndeb-icon-faq qode_icon_element\" style=\"\" ><\/span><\/span>            <\/span>\n                <div class=\"qode-giwt-content-holder\">\n            <div class=\"qode-giwt-title-holder\">\n                <h3 >\n                                            Frequently Asked Questions                                    <\/h3>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div><div class=\"qode-accordion-holder clearfix qode-toggle qode-initial\" id=\"accordionGroup1788340329\"><h5  class=\"clearfix qode-title-holder\" role=\"button\" id=\"accordion-1788340329-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"sect-1788340329-1\"><span class=\"qode-tab-title\"><span class=\"qode-tab-title-inner\">My country is not on the list. Can I still apply?<\/span><\/span><span class=\"qode-accordion-mark\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><span class=\"qode-accordion-mark-icon\"><span class=\"icon_plus\"><\/span><span class=\"icon_minus-06\"><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/h5><div class=\"qode-accordion-content\" id=\"sect-1788340329-1\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-1788340329-1\"><div class=\"qode-accordion-content-inner\">If your country is not on the list, you must send us all pertaining information on your program and university, with links when applicable. The NDEB will confirm your eligibility to apply to the Equivalency Process within a few weeks.<\/div><\/div><h5  class=\"clearfix qode-title-holder\" role=\"button\" id=\"accordion-1788340329-2\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"sect-1788340329-2\"><span class=\"qode-tab-title\"><span class=\"qode-tab-title-inner\">Does the NDEB accept emailed documents from the university or regulator?<\/span><\/span><span class=\"qode-accordion-mark\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><span class=\"qode-accordion-mark-icon\"><span class=\"icon_plus\"><\/span><span class=\"icon_minus-06\"><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/h5><div class=\"qode-accordion-content\" id=\"sect-1788340329-2\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-1788340329-2\"><div class=\"qode-accordion-content-inner\">Yes, if your university or regulator is unable to submit hard-copy documents, they can send a scanned copy of your document, attested by the appropriate authority, directly to the NDEB by email. Documents must be sent from an official, traceable email account, and include the name and position of the appropriate authority. Emails from generic email accounts, such as Yahoo, Gmail, Hotmail, Rediffmail, or otherwise, will not be accepted. Please request that your NDEB identification number be included in the subject of the email. 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