Replacement of lost Universiti Teknologi MARA degree

I. Common Reasons for Lost Foreign Diplomas. Replacement of lost Universiti Teknologi MARA degree. Backing up your diploma is very important. If you lose your diploma and need it urgently, you can contact us for a quick backup.

Similar to domestic diplomas, but with some unique circumstances associated with studying abroad:

* **Lost During International Relocation:** Diplomas may be lost during or after a move involving international travel.

* **Lost at Graduation Ceremony:** Diplomas may be lost on the way back home or in the destination country after receiving them at the graduation ceremony.

* **Lost in Mail:** Some schools send diplomas via international mail, which may be lost or delayed in transit. Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman diploma sample. 

* **Mishandled by Family After Receiving:** Diplomas may be received by family members in China and treated as ordinary documents.

* **Forgotten Location After Long-Term Storage:** Diplomas may be lost due to multiple moves years after graduation.

* **Natural Disasters or Accidents:** Diplomas may be damaged or lost due to fire, flooding, theft, etc.

II. Can They Be Replaced? — Yes, but you need to apply to the foreign university.

Unlike domestic regulations that “original documents cannot be reissued, only certificates can be issued,” most foreign universities allow applications for reissued original or official copies of official diplomas. However, this usually requires:

Paying a reissue fee (approximately US$20-125/£25)

Submitting a written application or completing a designated form

Some universities require a notarized declaration of loss (e.g., the University of Toronto requires a notarized declaration).

III. Three ways to handle a lost foreign diploma

Method 1: Apply to the graduating university for a reissued original official diploma (Recommended)
Most foreign universities offer diploma reissue services. The reissued diploma will be marked “Reissued” and the date of reissue, but it has the same legal effect as the original.

Typical Process (using UK and US universities as examples):

Contact the school’s Registrar’s Office or Alumni Services.

Fill out the replacement application form and provide proof of identity (passport, student ID number, etc.).

Pay the replacement fee.

Wait for processing (usually 4-6 weeks, may extend to 20 working days during peak periods).

Fee Reference:

University of Buckingham, UK: £50

University of Southern California, USA: $125

University of Toronto: Requires checking the school’s official website (fee covers replacement costs).

Option Two: Apply for an Official Degree Confirmation Letter If the school cannot provide the original (in very rare cases), or if you urgently need proof of your degree for job applications/certification, you can apply for an official degree conferral letter from the school.

This letter is usually issued by the student registration department or academic affairs department and includes:

Student’s name, date of birth

Major, degree name

Date of degree conferral

Official school seal and signature of the responsible person

This type of letter can be used as a substitute for a diploma certificate when being certified by the Ministry of Education’s Overseas Study Service Center. Method 3: Applying for a Certified Copy Some universities (such as Buckingham University in the UK) offer a “certified copy” service—the university affixes its official seal to the scanned copy of your diploma, certifying its authenticity. This type of copy differs from a photocopy of the original and has official validity.