1, certification time: after completing their studies, international students need to apply for foreign academic degree certification within the specified time. According to the latest regulations, international students need to submit an application for certification within two years after graduation.

2. Material preparation: A series of materials are required to apply for foreign academic degree certification, including graduation certificates, transcripts, passports, visas and other related materials. In addition, you need to provide valid contact information and identification.

3. Certification process: International students need to follow the certification process stipulated by the Ministry of Education. The specific process includes filling in the application form online, submitting the certification application, paying the certification fee and submitting the certification materials.

4. Time limit for certification: The service center of the Ministry of Education will contact the applicant by mail or telephone when it is necessary to supplement the materials when reviewing the applicant's application for certification. After completing the audit and confirming that the required materials are complete, the detention center will complete the certification within 20 working days.

5. In the process of certification, the service center of the Ministry of Education will strictly examine the applicant's application for certification, and will contact the applicant for supplementary materials when necessary. International students need to keep their contact information open in order to receive the notice of audit progress in time. Generally speaking, the whole certification process takes about 20 working days.

The importance of studying abroad certification:

1. Promotion of employment competitiveness: study abroad certification is an official recognition of overseas education and experience of international students, and international students with study abroad certification are more competitive in the job market. Many enterprises and institutions prefer to have candidates with study abroad certification when recruiting, because they think that study abroad certification can prove the academic ability and comprehensive quality of international students.

2. Broad career prospects: Studying abroad certification can not only help international students find a good job after returning to China, but also lay a solid foundation for their future career development. International students with study abroad certification are more likely to be recognized and trusted by leaders and colleagues, thus gaining more career development opportunities.

3. Academic research support: Study abroad certification is the official recognition of overseas academic qualifications and experiences obtained by international students, which can provide strong support for academic research after returning to China. On this basis, foreign students can carry out higher-level academic research and contribute to the development of related fields in China.

4. High social recognition: Studying abroad certification is an important basis for foreign students to enjoy various preferential policies and treatments after returning home. International students with study abroad certification can more conveniently go through the formalities of moving in and buying duty-free cars in registered permanent residence, and they can also enjoy the preferential policies and treatment provided by some cities for international students.