Recovery of Lost Certificates and Diplomas in Armenia and Abroad
Losing a diploma or certificate is an unpleasant but solvable problem. The recovery of the document depends on the country of its issuance, the rules of the educational institution, and government bodies. In Armenia, recovery is handled by the Ministry of Education, educational institutions, and archival services. Abroad – by the relevant educational authorities and diplomatic missions.
The company Business Liga provides services for the recovery of lost certificates and diplomas in Armenia and also assists in requesting duplicates from abroad.
How to Recover a Lost Diploma or Certificate?
1. Determine where the document was issued
Recovery always begins with contacting the educational institution that issued the document. If it no longer exists, you need to contact the archive or the Ministry of Education.
2. Gather the necessary documents
✔ Application for recovery
✔ Passport or ID card
✔ Documents confirming your studies (e.g., student ID, record book, copies of old documents)
✔ Receipt for payment of the state duty
3. Submit the request
Depending on the situation, documents are submitted to:
📌 The educational institution (if it is operational)
📌 The archive (if the educational institution has closed)
📌 The Ministry of Education (if authenticity verification is required)
4. Receive a duplicate or certificate
If recovery is possible, the applicant will receive a duplicate diploma/certificate marked “Duplicate”. If full recovery is not possible, you can request an official certificate of issuance.
Timing and Cost of Recovery
🕒 Armenia – from 2 to 6 weeks
🕒 Russia, CIS – from 1 to 3 months
🕒 Europe, USA – from 2 to 6 months
The cost depends on state duties, notarization, translation, and document shipping.
What to Do if the Diploma Was Issued Abroad?
If the diploma or certificate was issued in another country, the recovery process may include:
✔ Contacting the consulate or diplomatic mission
✔ Requesting the ministry of education of the issuing country
✔ Preparing a power of attorney if representation in another country is required
Assistance in Document Recovery
The company Business Liga provides services for the recovery of lost diplomas and certificates, including:
✔ Preparation of applications and requests
✔ Translation and notarization
✔ Representation of interests in educational institutions and ministries
✔ Shipping of recovered documents
If you have lost important educational documents, contact us – we will help you recover them quickly and without unnecessary hassle!
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