Who issues the Declaration of Value (DoV) for Italy, and what is it for my qualification?
25 Oct 2026 · Answered by Muskan Vashishtha · 1 min read
The Declaration of Value (DoV) is an official document issued by Italian diplomatic missions abroad, meaning embassies and consulates. It describes your Indian qualification in a format Italian institutions and authorities can understand.
What the DoV Is and Is Not
| Point | Detail |
|---|---|
| Official name | Dichiarazione di Valore |
| Issued by | Italian embassies and consulates abroad, on official letterhead, stamped and signed by the consular officer |
| Covers | Qualifications such as an Indian Class 12 certificate, bachelor's degree or master's degree |
| Not | An automatic recognition or equivalence of your qualification |
What It Certifies
The DoV only certifies the nature, level, duration and validity of your qualification within the Indian education system. The decision on equivalence belongs to the receiving Italian university or institution.
My Advice
Do not treat the DoV as a guarantee of admission. Check with your target university about the equivalence decision, and confirm the application steps on the official embassy page.
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