WAEC Original Certificate: How & Where To Collect It
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After successfully writing and checking your WAEC results, the next important document to secure is your WAEC Original Certificate. This certificate is a critical credential that serves as official proof of your academic achievement in the West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE). Here’s a detailed guide on how and where to collect your WAEC certificate.
What is the WAEC Original Certificate?
The WAEC Original Certificate is the official document issued by the West African Examinations Council to candidates who successfully sat for the WASSCE. It contains:
Your full name (as registered)
Subjects you sat for and corresponding grades
Examination year and type (School or Private Candidate)
WAEC’s authentication and signature
This document is usually required for:
- Admission into tertiary institutions
- Employment purposes
- Scholarship applications
- International travel and studies
When is the WAEC Certificate Ready for Collection?
WAEC certificates are generally ready for collection 12 months after the release of the results. For example, if you wrote your exam in 2025 and results were released in August 2025, your certificate will typically be available by August/September 2026.
Where to Collect Your WAEC Original Certificate
For School Candidates (May/June)
If you sat for WASSCE as a school candidate, your certificate will be sent to your school. Simply:
Contact your school’s examination officer or principal.
Provide your exam details (year, exam number, etc.).
Pay any collection fee if required by your school.
For Private Candidates (Nov/Dec)
If you wrote as a private candidate:
Visit the WAEC Zonal or Branch Office in the state where you wrote the exam.
Present a valid means of identification and your exam details.
Pay the certificate collection fee (if applicable).
You can find WAEC office addresses here: https://www.waeconline.org.ng/contactus
What to Take Along When Collecting Your Certificate
A valid ID card (National ID, Voter’s card, Passport, etc.)
Your WAEC result printout or exam details
Evidence of payment (if required)
Tips and Reminders
Do not delay collection — WAEC charges penalties for late collection after several years.
Cross-check your details on the certificate before leaving the office or school.
Store the certificate safely — it cannot be replaced if lost, though you can request a Statement of Result from WAEC if needed.
FAQs: Is WAEC Certificate Different From Statement of Result?
Yes. The Statement of Result is a temporary document you can obtain immediately after results are released. The WAEC Original Certificate is permanent and more widely accepted, especially for international purposes.
Your WAEC Original Certificate is one of the most important documents you’ll ever collect. Whether you wrote as a school or private candidate, follow the correct steps to secure your certificate on time. Handle it with care and keep it in a safe place for future use.
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