Duplicate Certificates – Reasons, Issuance Rules, and Price List

Imagine that finally, after your own hard work and considerable effort, you obtain the certificate you’ve always dreamed of – proof of your skills, knowledge, and achievements. You hold it in your hands, filled with pride, knowing you can finally land your dream job in the Netherlands. But one day, you discover that this precious document is gone. Lost? Or maybe stolen? What now? Fortunately, this doesn’t mean you have to regain your competencies and pass exams all over again. In such cases, duplicate certificates are the solution. Learn from our article about the reasons, rules, and costs of issuing them at Bonapi Training Center.

Why are duplicate certificates issued?

Certificates are official documents that confirm the completion of a course, obtaining qualifications, professional licenses, or completing an educational stage. They are extremely important for individuals, institutions, companies, and employers. However, sometimes due to various events and circumstances, we lose such a diploma or it becomes unusable. Fortunately, you can then apply for a duplicate of the needed certificate.

The most common reason for issuing a duplicate certificate is losing it. Documents can get lost during a move, travel, or in many everyday situations. They can also unfortunately be stolen. In such cases, getting a duplicate becomes necessary to confirm the qualifications or completed training.

What are other reasons for applying for duplicate certificates?

• Destruction
  Certificates, especially in paper form, are prone to damage. They can be soaked, accidentally torn, burned, or affected by other external factors. Sometimes it's enough for someone to accidentally knock over a cup of coffee next to a diploma, and an accident happens. The document will no longer be usable.
• Change of data
  Have your personal details changed, such as your surname after marriage? In that case, it requires updating and obtaining duplicate certificates.
• Backup copy
  Sometimes it’s worth having a backup copy of important documents. Some institutions or companies require original certificates. Or maybe you want to apply for several positions at once? Then you can provide duplicate certificates and not worry about the quick return of originals or their loss.

How can I get duplicate certificates from Bonapi Training Center?

Bonapi Training Center, as a certified training institution in the Netherlands, offers the possibility of obtaining duplicate certificates for its graduates. The process is simple and consists of a few steps.

1. Write to us at our email address training@bonapi.nl with a message that you need to obtain a duplicate certificate.
2. In the message, provide the following information:

• your details: first name, last name, date and place of birth, home address, phone number;
• the type and date of the exam passed;
• possibly the name of the company or employer that registered you for the training and exam.

1. When we receive such an application from you along with the above information, we will send you an invoice.
2. As soon as we see the payment in our account, we will inform you about the waiting time for the duplicate and the possibility of collecting it.

Duplicate Certificates – Price List

A fee is charged for issuing duplicate certificates. The amount depends on the type of qualifications the certificate pertains to. The prices listed below, like all those on our website, are exclusive of VAT.

• DNV Certificate – €150. Bonapi
• Certificate (forklifts, sky lifts, VVL, working at heights, ladderlift, BHV,
  telescopic loader)– €100.
• IPAF or SOG Certificate – €150.

You can collect duplicate certificates in person at our office in Spijkenisse or we can send them to the address specified in the email. Shipping documents incurs an additional fee.

Duplicate Certificates – Summary

Duplicate certificates are an extremely important solution in case of loss or damage to original documents. Thanks to simple and transparent rules, Bonapi Training Cente enables quick and hassle-free obtaining of new copies of important diplomas. Remember that having up-to-date documents confirming your professional qualifications is crucial in many professional situations, so it is worth knowing how to get them if the need arises.

If you have any questions related to issuing a duplicate certificate or obtaining the necessary qualifications, signing up for training and exams,contact us, and we will help you resolve all doubts.