QVP (Qualification Verification Programme) is a professional and qualification verification route used in some Saudi work visa cases. Saudi HRSD describes professional verification as checking qualifications and experience and assessing whether they match the requirements of the intended profession.
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Saudi Qualification Verification
QVP Verification From the UK — With or Without a Degree
Professional qualification verification for Saudi Arabia work visa applicants. From the UK, we help you prepare and submit a QVP application and navigate the process for qualification and/or professional experience verification, where QVP is the applicable route.
- Typical estimate: 3–6 weeks
- From £330 for one qualification
- An experience-based route may be available
Before You Apply
QVP requirements depend on your Saudi profession and visa category.
Some occupations may be subject to other professional verification requirements. Before starting an application, check your profession, visa block/job title, qualification and experience against the current requirements.
Continental Visa is a private visa and document-processing service. We are not the Saudi government, the Saudi Embassy or a QVP authority.
What Is QVP Verification for Saudi Arabia?
QVP (the Qualification Verification Programme) is a professional and qualification verification route used in some Saudi work visa cases. Saudi HRSD describes professional verification as checking a worker’s qualifications and experience and assessing whether they are compatible with the requirements of the intended profession.
Whether QVP applies depends on the applicant’s occupation, profession, visa category and current Saudi requirements. Some applicants may need a different professional verification route. A required verification result or QVP certificate, where applicable, depends on the route and the relevant authority; QVP is not a universal requirement for every Saudi visa applicant.
For broader Saudi work visa preparation, we can help you check how qualification verification fits with the other steps.
UNDERSTANDING THE ROUTES
QVP vs Mosadaqa vs Other Verification Requirements
These processes are related to Saudi work visa preparation, but they are not interchangeable and are not automatically all required together. The applicable route depends on your profession and current Saudi requirements.
QVP / Professional Verification
Qualification and/or professional verification relevant to the Saudi work visa process when the route applies. Information is assessed against the requirements of the intended profession.
Mosadaqa
Academic certificate verification through the Saudi Cultural Mission or relevant authority where required. It is a separate process from QVP. Learn about Mosadaqa verification.
Other Professional Verification Requirements
Some professions may be subject to other professional verification or skills requirements. Check the occupation, job title and visa category before applying.
QVP and Mosadaqa are not always required together. Confirm the route for your profession before paying for or submitting an application.
PROFESSIONAL ROUTES
QVP / Professional Verification vs Skills Verification
Professional / Qualification Verification
Professional Verification verifies the expatriate worker's qualifications and experience and checks their compatibility with the requirements of the intended profession.
Skills Verification
Some occupations may be subject to skills-based verification requirements. The applicable verification route depends on the worker's profession and current Saudi requirements.
Check the route before applying. The applicable verification route can depend on the Saudi profession, occupational classification and current requirements. We recommend checking the profession and visa details before starting an application.
ELIGIBILITY & ROUTES
Can I Apply for QVP Without a Bachelor's Degree?
QVP may be relevant to Saudi work visa applicants depending on their profession, occupation and current requirements. Some applicants may need qualification verification, while others may be assessed through a different professional route. We check the role and visa details before advising which QVP requirements may apply.
QVP With a Degree
For applicants with a relevant academic qualification
You may be asked to provide your degree or academic certificate and supporting information so the qualification can be verified and considered against the intended Saudi profession.
- Provide the qualification most relevant to the intended role
- A transcript or supporting evidence may be requested
- Experience details may also be relevant, depending on profession and route
- Final requirements and outcome depend on the applicable authority
QVP Without a Bachelor's Degree
Options depend on your qualification, profession, experience and current requirements
Applicants without a Bachelor's degree may have options depending on their qualification, profession, experience and current Saudi requirements. An experience-based route may be relevant in some cases, but a QVP application without a Bachelor's degree is not guaranteed to be accepted.
If you have a Master's degree but do not have a Bachelor's degree, you may be able to apply using your Master's qualification, subject to verification and relevance to the profession.
Who May Need Professional Verification?
Professional Verification is relevant to eligible expatriate workers where the applicable Saudi professional requirements require verification of qualifications and/or professional experience. The process checks qualifications, experience and their compatibility with the intended profession.
Requirements can vary according to profession and current Saudi regulations.
Qualification Verification
Where required, an academic qualification may be checked and considered for the intended Saudi profession.
Professional Experience Verification
Relevant employment history may be reviewed as part of the professional verification route that applies to the occupation.
Profession and Qualification Matching
The process may consider whether a worker's qualifications and/or experience fit the requirements of the intended profession.
Saudi Work Visa Preparation
Qualification verification can be one part of a wider Saudi work visa application. Other documents or verification routes may apply.
QVP With Professional Experience
In some cases, an applicant's professional experience may be relevant to the verification route. Whether experience can be used, and whether it is sufficient, depends on the profession and current Saudi requirements. Experience alone is not guaranteed to be accepted.
Experience letters should ideally include:
- Employer name
- Employee/job title
- Employment dates
- Main duties
- Authorised signature
- Employer contact details
Ask us to review your profession and experience details before you proceed.
DOCUMENTS & REQUIREMENTS
QVP Requirements: Documents That May Be Needed
QVP document requirements vary by profession, visa category and current verification route. Depending on your case, you may be asked for some of the following:
- Passport — identification page
- Degree or academic certificate — the qualification being considered
- Academic transcript — where required
- Professional experience/reference letters — if relevant to the route
- Saudi employment contract or job offer — where available or requested
- Visa block/job title information — to identify the intended Saudi profession
- QVP application and consent information — as requested in the applicable process
This is a typical preparation list, not a requirement that every applicant submit every item. We can help you check the documents relevant to your profession before you apply.
Experience letter checklist. If an experience letter is relevant to your route, it should ideally show the employer name, job title, employment dates, main duties, an authorised signature and employer contact details. The exact format and verification requirements depend on the current process.
OUR PROCESS
QVP Verification Process From the UK
Our private application support is organised around five stages. The relevant Saudi authority or verification process determines the requirements, review and outcome.
1. Initial Assessment
We review your profession, visa details, qualification and professional experience to help identify the route that may apply.
2. Document Preparation
We identify the documents that may be needed for your case and provide a tailored preparation checklist.
3. QVP Application
Where QVP applies, we assist with preparing and submitting the verification application and required information.
4. Verification
The relevant qualification and/or experience information is reviewed under the applicable process. Requirements and timing can vary.
5. Next Saudi Visa Steps
After verification, we can help with the next stages of the Saudi work visa process where required.
SERVICE & PRICING
QVP Verification Pricing
Our current starting prices for QVP application assistance are listed below. The route and service scope are confirmed after an initial review of your profession and documents.
| Service | Description | Fee (GBP) |
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| QVP Verification (One Degree) | Application assistance for one academic qualification, where QVP is the applicable route | From £330 |
| Additional Experience Letter | Additional experience-letter processing, where required | From £70 per letter |
| Experience-Based QVP | Application assistance for an experience-based route, where eligible | From £330 |
| Full Saudi Work Visa Service | Wider Saudi work visa support — scope and steps confirmed for your case, including applicable document preparation and processing assistance | From £1,195 |
Prices may vary depending on the applicant's profession, documents and verification requirements.
Before choosing a service: QVP and other professional verification routes are occupation-specific. We will confirm the likely route and scope before you proceed; any final verification decision is made by the relevant authority.
COMMON OUTCOMES
Common Reasons QVP Verification May Not Proceed Successfully
QVP verification may be unsuccessful where the relevant information cannot be confirmed or does not fit the intended profession. Common reasons include:
Qualification Cannot Be Verified
The submitted academic qualification cannot be adequately verified through the applicable process.
Qualification Does Not Fit the Profession
The qualification is not considered appropriate for the Saudi profession being applied for.
Experience Does Not Match
Professional experience does not sufficiently match the requirements of the intended profession.
Information Cannot Be Confirmed
Information supplied during the application cannot be adequately verified.
How Continental Visa Can Help
Continental Visa is a private visa and document-processing service. We can help you understand the route, prepare application information and organise supporting documents, but we cannot guarantee a verification outcome.
Profession and Route Review
We review your job title, visa details and qualifications to help you identify which verification route to check.
Document Checklist
We help you identify and organise the supporting information that may be needed for your application.
Application Assistance
Where QVP applies, we can assist with preparing and submitting the application information.
Experience Route Guidance
We can review whether your professional experience may be relevant to the route for your occupation; acceptance is not guaranteed.
Process Updates
We explain the next steps and keep you informed about the progress of the application support we provide.
Independent Private Service
We are not the Saudi government, Saudi Embassy or QVP authority. Verification decisions remain with the relevant authority.
COMMON QUESTIONS
QVP Verification FAQs
Clear answers about QVP verification UK, profession-specific QVP requirements, documents, timelines and fees. Requirements can change, so check the route for your occupation before applying.
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What is QVP verification for Saudi Arabia?
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Do I need QVP for my Saudi work visa?
Not necessarily. QVP requirements depend on your occupation, profession, visa category and current Saudi rules. Some applicants may need another professional verification route. Check your job title and visa block before starting a QVP application.
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What documents are required for QVP?
Depending on your profession and route, documents may include your passport, degree or academic certificate, transcript where required, professional experience letters, Saudi job offer or contract, visa block/job title information, and application or consent details. Not every applicant will need every item.
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Can I apply for QVP without a Bachelor's degree?
Applicants without a Bachelor's degree may have options depending on their qualification, profession, experience and current Saudi requirements. An experience-based route may be relevant in some cases, but a QVP application without a Bachelor's degree is not guaranteed to be accepted.
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Can I apply for QVP with a Master's degree if I do not have a Bachelor's degree?
If you have a Master's degree but no Bachelor's degree, you may be able to apply using your Master's qualification, subject to verification and relevance to the Saudi profession. Approval is not guaranteed.
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Can I apply for QVP with an online degree?
Yes, an online degree may be considered for QVP, provided the qualification is from a recognised institution and can be verified by the relevant authorities. The qualification must also be appropriate for the Saudi profession you are applying for. We can assess your degree and university before you proceed.
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Can my QVP application be rejected?
Yes. QVP verification can be unsuccessful if the qualification cannot be verified or if the qualification and/or professional experience does not sufficiently match the Saudi profession you are applying for. The QVP process is designed to verify that the worker has the qualifications and experience required for the intended profession.
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What can cause QVP verification to be unsuccessful?
Common reasons include:
- The qualification cannot be verified
- The qualification is not appropriate for the intended profession
- Professional experience does not sufficiently match the profession
- Information supplied during the application cannot be adequately verified
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How long does QVP verification take?
Typical processing time is approximately 3–6 weeks, although times can vary depending on the profession, qualification, experience verification and other application requirements. This is an estimate, not a guarantee; please confirm the current expectation before applying.
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How much does QVP verification cost?
Continental Visa's current starting prices are from £330 for QVP verification for one degree, from £70 per additional experience letter, and from £330 for experience-based QVP. Prices may vary depending on your profession, documents and verification requirements.
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Is QVP the same as Mosadaqa?
No. QVP/professional verification and Mosadaqa academic certificate verification are separate processes. They are not automatically required together; the route depends on your profession and current Saudi requirements. See our Mosadaqa verification service for details.
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Can QVP be expedited?
We can help prepare an application carefully, but we cannot promise expedited verification or control processing by the relevant authority. Ask us about the current estimate for your profession and route before you apply.
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Can I use multiple degrees for QVP?
The qualification information requested can depend on the applicable route and profession. You may be asked to provide one or more qualifications or supporting records. We can review which qualification is most relevant, but the authority determines what it will accept.
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Can I use professional experience for QVP?
Professional experience may be relevant to the verification route in some cases. Whether experience alone can be considered depends on the occupation and current Saudi requirements, and it is not guaranteed to be accepted.
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Can Continental Visa help with the complete Saudi work visa process?
Yes. We can assist with wider Saudi work visa preparation, including document preparation, qualification verification, medical arrangements, FCDO legalisation, visa processing and Tasheer appointment preparation where applicable. Continental Visa is a private processing service, not a government department or visa authority. See our Saudi work visa service.
OFFICIAL INFORMATION
Official Saudi Government Information
Professional Verification is part of Saudi Arabia's professional accreditation programme administered by the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development (HRSD). The programme verifies qualifications and professional experience and checks their compatibility with the requirements of the profession.
Need Help With Your Saudi Work Visa?
We can assist with the wider Saudi work visa process, including document preparation and visa processing, qualification verification, medical arrangements, FCDO legalisation and Tasheer appointment preparation where applicable. See also our Saudi Arabia visa services.