Everything you need for credential evaluations, translations, and immigration support — priced clearly.
Certified translations by an American Translators Association Corporate Member, accepted by USCIS, universities, and employers worldwide.
Official academic credential evaluation with U.S. equivalency for employment, education, or immigration.
Evaluate your foreign work experience — alone or combined with academic credentials — to meet U.S. visa requirements.
Expert opinion letters drafted by subject-matter specialists to support complex immigration and visa cases.
A factual look at how GCS compares to other commonly used credential evaluation providers.
| ✦ GCS | GCEgceus.com | AESaes-edu.org | FISfis-web.com | IFCSifcsevals.com | |
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Credential Evaluation
Starting price, doc-by-doc
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$99 | $125 | $100 | $110 | $100 |
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Standard Turnaround
From document receipt to delivery
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5–7 days | Not listed | 3–4 weeks | 2 weeks | 8–10 days |
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Rush Processing
1–2 business day options available
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From $75 1–2 business days | From $200 3–5 business days | From $200 3–5 business days | From $205 Next business day | Not listed |
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Certified Translations
In-house, same provider
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From $25/page | ✕ Not offered | $50/page | ✓ Offered | ✓ Offered |
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Expert Opinion Letters
O-1, EB-1, NIW, H-1B RFE
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✓ | ✕ | ✕ | ✓ EO + DD package only | ✕ |
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Work Experience Evaluations
H-1B / EB visa support
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✓ | ✕ | ✕ | ✕ | ✕ |
Data sourced directly from each provider's public website. Prices and turnaround times may change — verify with each provider before making decisions.
Yes. GCS evaluations and translations are accepted by USCIS, U.S. universities, and employers nationwide. Our reports are prepared to meet all federal and institutional standards, and our team stays current with USCIS requirements.
Standard turnaround is 5–7 business days for credential evaluations and 3 business days for most translations, once all required documents are received.
Need it faster? Rush processing is available starting at $75 for a 2-business-day turnaround, or $99 for next business day. Rush applies to email delivery; expedited mailing options are also available.
Requirements vary by service. Our order form walks you through exactly what's needed. Generally:
Yes. Rush options for credential evaluations are available via email delivery:
Rush is also available for Expert Opinion Letters:
Expedited physical mailing for evaluations is also available — USPS Priority (2–3 days) for $25, or FedEx Overnight for $150. All rush timelines begin once all required documents have been received.
A General (Diploma) Evaluation identifies your credential and provides a U.S. degree equivalency. It's the standard option for immigration, employment, and most visa applications — starting at $99.
A Course-by-Course Evaluation goes further, listing individual courses, credits, and grades alongside the degree equivalency. It's typically required for academic admissions, professional licensing, and teacher certification — starting at $174 per degree.
Not sure which you need? Check with the requesting institution or contact us and we'll help you choose.
Yes. Additional copies can be sent to other addresses or institutions. Digital copies emailed to an additional address are free. Physical copies are available starting at $10 per copy via regular post, $25 via USPS Priority, or $150 via FedEx Overnight.
Yes. The prices listed on this page reflect our standard starting rates — no hidden processing fees, administrative charges, or surprise add-ons. If your case requires anything beyond the standard scope, we will always notify you before proceeding.
Yes. Law firms, universities, and corporations processing multiple cases can access enterprise pricing and dedicated account management. Visit our Enterprise page or contact us directly to learn more.
We offer refunds in accordance with our refund policy. Please review the full terms on our Refund Policy page before placing your order. If you have questions about a specific case, please contact our support team.
