Does WES expire?

Standard credential evaluation reports from WES have no expiration date. That means your report is a tool that you will be able to use more than once as you pursue academic and career pathways in Canada.

How long is WES valid for?

Your WES ECA is valid for five years from the date of issue, and you can continue using your ECA when you submit a new Express Entry profile. Your Express Entry profile is valid for one year from the date you submit a profile to IRCC.

Why is my WES status inactive?

Once you start your WES application, you have 180 days to complete the application, submit payment, and have your required documents sent. After 180 days, your application will become inactive in our system. A reactivation fee applies if you would like to reopen the application.

What are the new rules for WES?

Under the new rules, sending in all of the academic credentials in addition to the highest one can now actually slow down the process. “As of November 2020, WES applicants need to submit only their highest completed credential for an Educational Credential Assessment,” the organization's website states.

How long does it take to complete WES?

How long does it take to obtain a WES Evaluation? The standard processing time for a credential evaluation is seven (7) business days after receipt, review, and approval of all documents and payment in full to WES (World Education Service).

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How do I reactivate my WES account?

How to reactivate a WES account. If your WES account has been inactive for more than 180 days, you can reactivate it by paying a reactivation fee of CAD $50. To do this, you will need to log in to your WES account and click on the "Reactivate Account" button.

Do I need WES for PR?

WES is required for Canadian PR through Express Entry. This criterion is waived off for the applicants who choose the Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP) or the Canadian Experience Class Program (CEC).

Does WES refund money?

WES has a refund policy that allows you to get a refund if you cancel your evaluation or if your evaluation is not completed within the stipulated processing time. However, note that WES may deduct some administrative fees before issuing the refund.

Can someone else pay for my WES?

Yes. The name on the receipt does not need to match the name on the application. As long as the amount is correct, we will accept the payment towards your application.

How does WES verify?

WES sends a photocopy of your documents electronically to the issuing institution or authority with a letter requesting verification. The status of your file changes to “On Hold.” As soon as the institution verifies in writing that the documents are authentic, WES proceeds with the credential evaluation process.

Can I see my WES report online?

WES provides candidates with a convenient online application where they can obtain detailed instructions regarding required documents and track the status of their evaluations anytime. Completed WES Evaluation Reports can be accessed through AccessWES, our secure online delivery system, or they can be mailed to you.

Can I use old transcript for WES?

It is important to note that WES may charge an additional fee if your transcripts are sealed or past the 7 year expiration date. Furthermore, WES also requires an official hard-copy of your transcripts; copies or scans of your records are not accepted.

Is IQAS better than WES?

WES recognizes typically only elite universities when they have to recognize masters. On the other hand, IQAS, ICES, and CES are quite generous. And they might recognize your university and might recognize your degree also. And accordingly, give you the assessment.

Do I need WES to study in Canada?

Credential evaluation: Depending on the university or program you are applying to, you may be required to provide a credential evaluation from a provider such as WES. A credential evaluation is an accurate and authenticated record of the educational or professional qualifications you earned in other countries.

How many countries is WES valid for?

WES's proprietary database collects and stores information of academic certificates of more than 200 countries, 45,000 foreign institutions, and 20,000 academic credentials.

Do all universities accept WES?

While many universities in the USA may require applicants to submit credential evaluations through organisations like WES (World Education Services) to assess the equivalence of international educational qualifications, some institutions may not have this requirement.

Does WES send hard copy?

WES offers only digital copies of Educational Credential Assessment (ECA) reports. It can take a few hours for the digital copy to be ready after it is complete.

How do I renew my expired WES report?

How do I renew my ECA from WES? If your ECA has expired or is nearing the expiry date, you can extend the validity of the report by ordering an extra copy. Log in to My Account and from your dashboard, select “Order Duplicate IRCC.” Ordering an extra copy of your ECA will extend the expiry date by another five years.

Does WES consider MBA as Masters?

As per the updated policy of WES, they only consider MBA degree from IITs and IIMs as master's degree.

Why is WES important?

WES verifies documents for authenticity and adheres to the standards used in North America for the submission of academic records.

Can you delete your WES account?

For users of our Website, Application, and marketing tools, you have the right to request that we delete all of your Personal Data. If you have opened an Account and applied for our educational evaluation and verification services, you have the right to cancel your file (cancellation fees apply).

Does WES work on weekends?

Representatives are available Monday through Friday, from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. EST. If possible, please include your WES Reference Number. This will likely expedite your request.

How long does WES take to update status?

It takes two to three business days for our staff to process documents after they arrive at WES. You will receive a status update once documents have been processed and are active in our system.