Accreditation does not only provide national credibility; when structured correctly, it enables international recognition. The foundation of this global acceptance lies in Mutual Recognition Agreements (MRA) and Multilateral Recognition Arrangements (MLA).
In this guide, we examine international accreditation organizations, the MRA / MLA system, and Türkiye’s position within this framework from a professional accreditation consultancy perspective.
The global accreditation system operates through national accreditation bodies supported by international cooperation organizations.
This structure ensures that:
Without this system, organizations would be required to undergo separate accreditation processes in every country, significantly increasing cost and complexity.
MRA refers to agreements that enable mutual recognition of accreditation results, primarily covering:
MLA applies mainly to certification activities, including:
“The results produced by an accredited organization in one country are accepted as equivalent in other countries.”
This principle gives accreditation its true international value.
ILAC oversees accreditation cooperation for:
Common standards include:
Thanks to ILAC MRA, test reports issued in one country are accepted internationally without re-testing.
IAF covers accreditation for certification bodies providing:
The IAF MLA ensures global recognition of certification certificates.
EA coordinates accreditation bodies across Europe and operates in full alignment with:
For organizations operating in or exporting to Europe, EA recognition is strategically critical.
Türkiye’s national accreditation body is TÜRKAK (Turkish Accreditation Agency).
As a result, organizations accredited by TÜRKAK benefit from:
Not all accreditations are automatically valid worldwide. Key considerations include:
Misaligned scopes may lead to international rejection. Incorrectly structured accreditation may cause:
Therefore, the objective is not simply to be accredited-but to be correctly and strategically accredited.
For organizations targeting global markets, professional accreditation consultancy is essential.
Effective consultancy includes:
This approach maximizes both technical compliance and commercial value.
At Sertifike, we treat accreditation as more than regulatory compliance-we see it as a tool for international market access.
Our accreditation consultancy services include:
Our goal is not only to help organizations obtain accreditation, but to use it effectively on a global scale.
MRA and MLA systems form the backbone of international accreditation recognition. Türkiye’s integration into this system through TÜRKAK provides a strong advantage-when managed correctly.
With the right accreditation consultancy strategy, accreditation becomes a powerful instrument for global credibility, compliance, and market expansion.
Sertifike supports organizations throughout this journey, ensuring accreditation delivers real international value.
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