Request an Academic Transcript in Brazilian Portuguese
Use histórico escolar to request a record of completed courses and ask whether the university offers an official digital copy.
Real Life Portuguese · 5 min read · Updated October 15, 2026
The short answer
Histórico escolar is an academic transcript or record showing a student's courses and results. Institutions may use another name or issue different records for current and former students, so describe why you need it.
Ask for the correct academic record
Provide the identifying details the university requests through its official channel. If you are applying elsewhere, ask the receiving institution which document it accepts.
Preciso solicitar meu histórico escolar completo.
I need to request my complete academic transcript.
Este documento inclui as disciplinas e as notas finais?
Does this document include the courses and final grades?
Check format and language options
Ask whether the transcript is digital or printed and whether it is issued in Portuguese or another language. Do not assume a translated document will be accepted by another university; confirm its requirements with the receiving institution.
If the record needs an official signature or verification code, ask which versions the university can provide.
O histórico pode ser emitido em inglês?
Can the transcript be issued in English?
A versão digital é considerada oficial?
Is the digital version considered official?
Confirm the fee, deadline, and delivery method
Ask whether there is a service fee and how long the request takes. Each institution sets its own process, so use the timeline and payment method the academic office confirms.
When the record arrives, check your name, course list, and date. Report a factual error to the issuing office.
Existe alguma taxa para emitir o histórico?
Is there a fee to issue the transcript?
Como vou receber o documento e qual é o prazo?
How will I receive the document, and what is the timeframe?
Put it into practice
Name the academic record you need, verify its format with the receiving organization, and confirm the university's issue process.
Quick practice
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