How to Access Your WAEC Digital Certificate: Complete DigiCert Guide

WAEC has launched a digital certificate platform that allows candidates to access, verify, and share their WASSCE certificates online. The WAEC Digital Certificate Services System (DigiCert) went live across Nigeria and four other West African countries on February 18, 2026.

This guide explains how the platform works and how to access your digital certificate.

What is WAEC DigiCert?

WAEC DigiCert is a mobile and web-based platform that provides digital versions of your original WAEC certificates. The system was piloted in Nigeria before rolling out to all WAEC member countries: Nigeria, Ghana, The Gambia, Liberia, and Sierra Leone.

The digital certificates are authentic and carry the same validity as physical certificates. Institutions worldwide can verify them through the platform.

What You Can Do with WAEC DigiCert

• Access digital certificates: View and download digital copies of your WASSCE certificate
• Share certificates: Send verified certificates directly to schools, employers, or institutions
• Verify authenticity: Institutions can confirm certificate validity through the platform
• Recover lost exam numbers: Retrieve your WAEC examination number if you have lost it

How to Access Your WAEC Digital Certificate

Step 1: Check Your Result Status

Before accessing your digital certificate, confirm your results are available. Visit waecdirect.org to check your result status using your examination number.

Step 2: Access the DigiCert Platform

You can access WAEC DigiCert through:

• Web: Visit portal.waec.org
• Mobile App: Download the WAEC DigiCert app from Apple App Store (iOS) or Google Play Store (Android)

Step 3: Create an Account or Log In

New users need to register with their examination details. Returning users can log in with their credentials.

Step 4: Request Your Digital Certificate

Once logged in, navigate to the certificate section and request your digital certificate. You will need your examination number and year of examination.

Step 5: Download or Share

After your certificate is generated, you can download it or share it directly with institutions through the platform.

Benefits of WAEC Digital Certificates

For Students and Candidates

• No need to visit WAEC offices for certificate collection
• Access certificates from anywhere with internet connection
• Share verified certificates instantly with universities and employers
• Recover lost examination numbers without visiting WAEC offices
• Reduced cost compared to obtaining replacement physical certificates

For Institutions

• Verify certificate authenticity directly through the platform
• Eliminate fake certificate fraud
• Faster admission and employment verification processes
• No need for manual verification with WAEC offices

Physical Certificates Still Available

The digital certificate service does not replace physical certificates. WAEC continues to print and issue physical certificates through the usual process. The DigiCert platform provides an additional, convenient option.

Candidates who prefer physical certificates can still collect them from their schools or WAEC zonal offices as before.

Countries Covered

WAEC DigiCert is available in all five WAEC member countries:

• Nigeria
• Ghana
• The Gambia
• Liberia
• Sierra Leone

Common Questions

Is the digital certificate accepted by universities?

Yes. WAEC digital certificates are authentic and carry the same validity as physical certificates. Nigerian and international universities can verify them through the platform.

Can employers verify my digital certificate?

Yes. The platform includes verification features that employers can use to confirm certificate authenticity.

What if I lost my examination number?

WAEC DigiCert includes a feature to recover lost examination numbers. You will need to provide identifying information to retrieve your number.

Is there a fee for accessing digital certificates?

Check the platform for current fee information. The cost is typically lower than obtaining replacement physical certificates.

Contact and Support

For assistance with WAEC DigiCert:

• Email: [email protected]
• Website: www.waec.org
• Social Media: Follow @WAECDigicert for updates

The DigiCert platform represents a significant step toward digitizing educational records in West Africa. Candidates who have written WAEC examinations can now access their certificates without the delays associated with physical collection.