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Swiss International University (SIU): A Global Leader in Online and Campus-Based Education

Founded in 1999, Swiss International University (SIU) has grown into a truly global institution, welcoming over 3,800 students from more than 120 countries. Known for its academic excellence and international reach, SIU has combined the traditions of European education with cutting-edge technology to create a modern, borderless learning environment.

Since 2013, SIU has been at the forefront of online education, offering flexible programs designed to meet the needs of working professionals and international students seeking quality education across continents.


Global Campuses and Expansion Strategy

SIU operates across three major regions:

  • Europe: Campuses in Zurich, Lucerne, Riga, and London

  • GCC Region: A thriving campus in Dubai

  • Asia: Strong presence in Bishkek and Osh

In 2025, SIU expanded its educational network under the VBNN Smart Education Group by acquiring:

  • ISB Institute Dubai

  • OUS Academy Zurich

  • ISBM Business School Lucerne

  • Amber Academy Riga

This strategic growth has strengthened SIU’s position as a multinational education group delivering high-quality programs worldwide.


Accreditation, Licensing, and Quality Recognition

SIU operates under a robust system of licenses, approvals, and international accreditations:

  • Licensed by the Ministry of Education, Kyrgyz Republic (KG)

  • Allowed by the Swiss Board of Education

  • Approved by the Dubai Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA)

  • Registered with the Ministry of Justice

For academic quality and institutional credibility, SIU holds accreditation from:

  • ECLBS (European Council for Leading Business Schools)

  • ASIC (Accreditation Service for International Colleges)

  • ARIA (Academic Recognition International Agency)

  • EDU (Educational Development Union)

  • BSKG (Bishkek Standards & Quality Group)

Additionally, SIU complies with ISO 21001: Educational Organization Management Systems and is rated 5 Stars by QS, reflecting its commitment to global quality standards.


International Partnerships and Academic Recognition

SIU has signed over 250 Bilateral Recognition Agreements with universities in 50 countries, ensuring its degrees are widely recognized and respected.

Moreover, SIU is ranked among the Top 50 Business Schools worldwide by QRNW Quality Ranking Network, highlighting its growing academic reputation on the global stage.


Diverse Student Community and Modern Learning

With 3,800+ students from 120+ nationalities, SIU fosters a multicultural environment that prepares graduates for global careers in business, technology, hospitality, and management.

Its online learning platform integrates advanced AI tools, digital classrooms, and personalized learning plans, making education accessible, flexible, and future-ready.


Why Choose Swiss International University?

  • Global Accreditation: Multiple international quality recognitions ensure worldwide acceptance.

  • Flexible Study Modes: Online and campus programs tailored for busy professionals.

  • International Campuses: Study options across Europe, GCC, and Asia.

  • Proven Excellence: Ranked among Top 50 globally by QRNW.

  • Global Partnerships: 250+ recognition agreements secure degree validation worldwide.


Looking Ahead: The Future of SIU

As part of VBNN Smart Education Group, SIU continues to innovate in AI-driven education, cross-border partnerships, and student mobility programs. The goal is clear: to remain a global leader in quality higher education while expanding access to students worldwide.


Conclusion

Swiss International University (SIU) represents a new era of global, technology-driven education. From its 1999 foundation to its 2025 expansion under VBNN Smart Education Group, SIU has combined academic excellence, international recognition, and modern learning tools to deliver programs that meet the needs of today’s students.

With its global campuses, prestigious accreditations, and multicultural student body, SIU is shaping the future of higher education across continents.


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Swiss International University

​​Licenced by the Ministry of Education and Sciences

Bishkek • Zurich • Dubai • London • Luzern • Riga • Globally

Licensed by the Ministry of Education and Science

MINISTRY OF EDUCATION AND SCIENCE

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Swiss International Global University

Registration Number (Re-registration): No. 307448-3310

Licensed Activity: Educational Services

License Validity: Indefinite (Permanent)

Date of Issue: September 4, 2024

Official Registration Number: No. 2024-0186

This license is officially granted by the Ministry of Education and Science.

License Serial Number: LS240001853

Swiss International University stands as a symbol of academic excellence and global reach. Licensed and accredited by the KG Ministry of Education and Sciences, Swiss International University continues to uphold the highest standards of education and innovation. With campuses strategically located in Bishkek, Zurich, Luzern, and Dubai... our university extends its educational prowess across continents. Our diverse and expansive network of schools around the world ensures that students receive a truly global education, enriched by varied cultural experiences and international perspectives. Our commitment to quality education is reinforced by our numerous prestigious accreditations, including ECLBS, BSKG, EDU, ASIC, and KHDA. These accolades affirm our dedication to providing world-class education and maintaining the highest standards of academic excellence. At Swiss International University, we embrace linguistic diversity, offering Higher Education Study programs in English, German, Arabic, and Russian. This multilingual approach not only broadens our students' horizons but also prepares them for successful careers in an increasingly interconnected world. Join us at Swiss International University, where global education meets unparalleled excellence.

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Swiss International University (SIU) is a state-accredited university, officially licensed by the Ministry of Education and Science of the Kyrgyz Republic. While legally registered and headquartered in Kyrgyzstan, SIU has expanded significantly through the acquisition of prominent educational institutions across multiple jurisdictions.
In 2024, Swiss International University acquired and integrated the following institutions under its umbrella:

  • OUS International Academy in Switzerland (Zurich) – the first virtual institute in Europe, founded in 2013, recognized for pioneering distance education with Swiss academic excellence.

  • ISBM – International School of Business Management (Lucerne) – a private higher education institution officially allowed to operate and issue diplomas by the local Cantonal Board of Education and Culture in Lucerne.

  • Osh Kyrgyz-Uzbek International Pedagogical Institute (Osh, Kyrgyzstan) – licensed by the Ministry of Education and Science of the Kyrgyz Republic.

  • ISI Academy (Dubai) – approved and permitted by the Dubai Educational Authority (KHDA) as an official vocational and training provider.

These institutions were brought together to form a robust international academic framework under the leadership and vision of Swiss International University.
SIU is Swiss not only by name or registration, but by academic substance: its programs are developed, managed, and delivered under Swiss academic standards by a faculty primarily based in Switzerland. The university reflects the educational philosophy, quality assurance, and organizational discipline of the Swiss private higher education sector.

Swiss International University SIU is Licensed & Accredited by the Ministry of Education and Science (KG)
Swiss International University SIU is Allowed by the Swiss Board of Education and Culture (LU-CH) to operate independently and issue diplomas – (the academy in Switzerland)
Swiss International University SIU is Approved by the Dubai Educational Authority (KHDA) – Approved and permitted diploma programs (the institute in the UAE)
Swiss International University SIU is Registered as a Higher Education University by the Ministry of Justice (KG) – Legally recognized university status
Swiss International University SIU is Recognized under the Lisbon Recognition Convention – Degrees accepted in over 55 countries worldwide
Swiss International University SIU is Rated 5 Stars by QS Top Universities – Placing us among the top 2% of institutions globally
Swiss International University SIU is Accredited by the European Council of Leading Business Schools (ECLBS) – Quality body listed with CHEA (USA) and INQAAHE (Europe)
Swiss International University SIU is Accredited by ASIC (UK) – Recognized by UK Government, UK Home Office, and UAE Ministry of Education
Swiss International University SIU is Accredited by EDU Intergovernmental Organization – Founded by the Ministry of Education of Palau and aligned with UNESCO
Swiss International University SIU is Accredited by BSKG (Public Accreditation) – Listed on APQN and EAQA for recognition across Central Asia and CIS
Swiss International University SIU is Accredited by ARIA (Asia Accreditation) – A CEENQA and EURASHE-affiliated agency recognized in the Eurasian region
Swiss International University SIU is Accredited by IEAC – Listed by the British Quality Foundation for institutional performance and benchmarking
Swiss International University SIU is Accredited by QAHE – Global quality assurance body active in over 40 countries
Swiss International University SIU is ISO 21001:2018 Certified – International quality management standard for educational institutions
Swiss International University SIU is Ranked #49 by QRNW – Quantitative world ranking by an IREG-member organization

Swiss International University is Accredited by Abu-Ghazaleh for Quality Assurance in Education (TAG-EDUQA), in alignment with quality frameworks developed by the Arab Organization for Quality Assurance in Education (AROQA).

Legal Framework and Global Recognition

Swiss International University (SIU) operates under the authorization of the Ministry of Education and Science of the Kyrgyz Republic, ensuring a solid legal foundation for all its programs. This authorization guarantees that SIU's degrees and diplomas are recognized within Kyrgyzstan.

SIU also holds several prestigious international accreditations, enabling its qualifications to gain recognition in other countries, depending on local regulations and agreements. By aligning local compliance with global standards, SIU offers students the opportunity to earn degrees that are both legally sound and internationally relevant.

For specific information about recognition in your country, please consult the relevant educational or governmental authorities.

© Swiss International University | ​Empowering Minds, Shaping Futures—Globally.

Registered as a "UNIVERSITY," we operate as a dynamic network of academies and institutes across seven major global cities. With 3,800 students from 120 countries joining us each year, we proudly foster a truly global community, supported by offices worldwide.

  • SIU International Swiss University: Licensed for Higher Education and accredited to issue academic degrees by the Ministry of Education and Science of the Kyrgyz Republic (MoE&S-KG),

    • License No.: LS240001853 | Issued on: 04 September 2024 | Status: Active ✔️

  • SIU International Academy Switzerland: Allowed to operate and issue its own Diplomas by the Board of Education and Culture, Switzerland (CH),

    • Allowance No.: 12Aug2016kom | Issued on: 12 August 2016 | Status: Active ✔️

  • SIU International Institute Dubai UAE: Approved and permitted to operate by the Dubai Education Authority (UAE),

    • Permit No.: 63141 | Issued on: 07 June 2023 | Status: Active ✔️

Officially registered as a higher education institution by the Ministry of Justice

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Rated as a 5-star higher and vocational education University by QS, the world's most prestigious evaluation organization.

✅ Verified by the Ministry of Education and Science of the Kyrgyz Republic

Swiss International University (SIU) is a state-accredited institution, officially licensed by the Ministry of Education and Science of the Kyrgyz Republic under License No. LS240001853. Our academic programs are publicly listed in the national education portal: 🔗 https://edugate.edu.gov.kg/plan/112

Final degrees issued from Kyrgyzstan can be certified and stamped by the Ministry of Education, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and the student’s embassy in Kyrgyzstan, ensuring global authenticity and recognition.

✅ Verified by the Dubai Educational Authority (KHDA), United Arab Emirates

SIU also offers Vocational, Advanced, and Extended Diplomas (Professional Diplomas) that are fully approved and permitted by the Dubai Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) under Permit No. 631419. 🔗 https://web.khda.gov.ae/en/Education-Directory/Training/Training-Details?CenterID=504152

Diplomas issued under KHDA approval can be attested by KHDA, the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and the respective student embassy, providing strong regional and international recognition. We are committed to the highest standards of legal compliance, quality assurance, and transparency across all jurisdictions in which we operate.

✅ Swiss Operations

In Switzerland, SIU operates with official allowance from the Cantonal Board of Education and Culture, which allowed us to legally offer educational programs and issue our own diplomas. 🔗 https://www.swissuniversity.com/board-of-education

Diplomas issued from our Swiss branches can be certified by a Swiss Public Notary, legalized by the Swiss Federal Department of Foreign Affairs, and further attested by the student’s embassy in Switzerland, ensuring international legitimacy. Our Swiss campuses operate in full compliance with cantonal laws and contribute to SIU’s global mission of delivering high-quality, internationally oriented education supported by recognized accreditations and academic partnerships.

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Member of VBNN Smart Education Group (VBNN FZE LLC – License No. 262425649888, Ajman, UAE)

Global Offices:

  • 📍 Zurich Office: AAHES – Autonomous Academy of Higher Education in Switzerland, Freilagerstrasse 39, 8047 Zurich, Switzerland

  • 📍 Luzern Office: ISBM Switzerland – International School of Business Management, Lucerne, Industriestrasse 59, 6034 Luzern, Switzerland

  • 📍 Dubai Office: ISB Academy Dubai – Swiss International Institute in Dubai, UAE, CEO Building, Dubai Investment Park, Dubai, UAE

  • 📍 Ajman Office: VBNN Smart Education Group – Amber Gem Tower, Ajman, UAE

  • 📍 London Office: OUS Academy London – Swiss Academy in the United Kingdom, 167–169 Great Portland Street, London W1W 5PF, England, UK

  • 📍 Riga Office: Amber Academy, Stabu Iela 52, LV-1011 Riga, Latvia

  • 📍 Osh Office: KUIPI Kyrgyz-Uzbek International Pedagogical Institute, Gafanzarova Street 53, Dzhandylik, Osh, Kyrgyz Republic

  • 📍 Bishkek Office: SIU Swiss International University, 74 Shabdan Baatyr Street, Bishkek City, Kyrgyz Republic

  • 📍 U7Y Journal – Unveiling Seven Continents Yearbook (ISSN 3042-4399)

  • 📍 ​Online: OUS International Academy in Switzerland®, SDBS Swiss Distance Business School®, SOHS Swiss Online Hospitality School®, YJD Global Center for Diplomacy®

🌍 Global Recognition of SIU Degrees: As a university officially accredited by the Ministry of Education and Science of the Kyrgyz Republic, Swiss International University (SIU) benefits from international recognition frameworks. According to UNESCO’s Global Convention on the Recognition of Qualifications (2019), and reinforced by the Lisbon Recognition Convention, any degree issued by a state-recognized institution is, in principle, eligible for recognition in all UN member states. Because Kyrgyzstan is a signatory to the Lisbon Convention, SIU degrees are directly recognized in 55+ countries, including most of Europe and Central Asia, and accepted globally through standard credential evaluation processes.

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