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HEC degree attestation for Germany
HEC degree attestation is an early step for many German Master's applications, especially those that go through uni-assist. Below is what HEC and uni-assist say, quoted word for word. Checked 2026-10-22.
The facts, from official pages
- HEC attestation is now fully online
The Higher Education Commission (HEC) has introduced a fully online, paperless Degree Attestation System
Source: https://www.hec.gov.pk/english/services/students/DAS/Pages/Degree-Attestation.aspx · checked 2026-10-22- No office visit or hard-copy originals
removing the need for applicants to visit HEC offices or submit original documents in hard copy
Source: https://www.hec.gov.pk/english/services/students/DAS/Pages/Degree-Attestation.aspx · checked 2026-10-22- Where to apply
Applications can be submitted anytime (24/7) through online portal at www.eservices.hec.gov.pk
Source: https://www.hec.gov.pk/english/services/students/DAS/Pages/Degree-Attestation.aspx · checked 2026-10-22- Fee
The attestation fee is Rs. 3,000 per document
Source: https://www.hec.gov.pk/english/services/students/DAS/Pages/Degree-Attestation.aspx · checked 2026-10-22- What HEC does after you apply
Scrutiny of the application by HEC | Issuance of the e-Attestation Certificate by HEC
Source: https://www.hec.gov.pk/english/services/students/DAS/Pages/Degree-Attestation.aspx · checked 2026-10-22- How you are told it is ready
Applicants are notified via SMS and email
Source: https://www.hec.gov.pk/english/services/students/DAS/Pages/Degree-Attestation.aspx · checked 2026-10-22- Why it matters: for applications handled by uni-assist, its Pakistan page asks for HEC stamps
your Degree certificate including an overview of subjects and grades (if available) with the Higher Education Commission (HEC) attestation stamps
Source: https://www.uni-assist.de/en/tools/info-country-by-country/details-country/country/pk/ · checked 2026-10-22
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to visit HEC for degree attestation?
Not under HEC's new system: HEC states its new system removes the need to visit HEC offices or submit original documents in hard copy.
How much does HEC attestation cost?
HEC states the attestation fee is Rs. 3,000 per document.
Why does a German application need HEC attestation?
uni-assist's Pakistan page asks for your degree certificate and overview of subjects and grades with the HEC attestation stamps.