Certified Document Translation in the UK
Send a clear scan, photograph or PDF and receive a confirmed price, certification format and delivery time before translation begins. Services are available for immigration, legal, academic, personal and business documents across more than 100 languages.
- Certified digital PDF delivery
- Posted hard copies available
- Urgent turnaround options
What is a certified document translation?
A certified document translation is a complete translation supplied with a formal statement confirming that the translated text is an accurate representation of the source document. It is intended to be submitted together with the original or a copy of the original.
The translated layout should make names, dates, figures, headings, stamps, seals and other visible information easy to compare with the source. The exact format required can differ between organisations, so it is important to state where the document will be submitted.
A certified translation confirms the accuracy of translated text. A certified copy confirms that a photocopy matches an original document. Some applications may request one or both.
Choose a turnaround that fits your deadline
The document, language pair, word count, formatting and certification requirements are reviewed before the complete price and available delivery time are confirmed.
Standard
Two-day turnaroundCertified from £40 per page
For suitable documents without an immediate submission deadline.
Express
24-hour turnaroundCertified from £119 per page
Priority handling for suitable documents needed by the following day.
Urgent
12-hour turnaroundCertified from £134 per page
For time-sensitive documents required later the same day or overnight.
Same Day
Two-hour turnaroundCertified from £141 per page
Subject to immediate translator capacity and document suitability.
These are starting rates rather than automatic final prices. Longer legal, academic and business documents may be priced per word or as a complete project. Review the full pricing information .
Official documents translated for personal and professional use
Send the complete document whenever possible, including reverse-side entries, attachments, stamps and seals. This makes it easier to identify missing information before work begins.
Personal and civil records
- Birth certificates
- Marriage certificates
- Death certificates
- Divorce decrees
- Adoption and custody records
- Change-of-name documents
Identity and immigration
- Passports
- National identity cards
- Residence permits
- Visa supporting evidence
- Police clearance certificates
- Home Office correspondence
Academic and professional
- Degree certificates and diplomas
- Academic transcripts
- School records and mark sheets
- Professional licences
- Training and CPD certificates
- Employment references
Legal and court
- Court orders and judgments
- Affidavits and statements
- Powers of attorney
- Contracts and agreements
- Probate and inheritance records
- Solicitor correspondence
Financial and employment
- Bank statements
- Tax records and returns
- Payslips and employment letters
- Insurance documents
- Mortgage records
- Financial evidence packs
Business and medical
- Company registration records
- Articles of association
- Corporate reports and policies
- Medical reports and records
- Prescriptions and treatment plans
- Vaccination certificates
What to send for an accurate quote
Clear files and complete instructions help the team confirm the appropriate certification, price and realistic turnaround at the start.
A clear document
Include every page and keep edges, stamps, seals and handwritten notes visible.
Language direction
State the document’s original language and the language required for the translation.
Intended use
Name the authority, university, court, employer, embassy or other recipient.
Exact deadline
Include the required date and time rather than describing the request only as urgent.
Name spellings
Share spellings already used in passports, visas or other English records where consistency matters.
From document upload to certified delivery
The scope, certification format, price and turnaround are confirmed before translation work begins.
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Send your documents
Upload clear scans, photographs or PDFs and explain where the finished translation will be submitted.
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Receive a clear quote
The language pair, document length, certification requirement, delivery method and deadline are reviewed.
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Translation and checking
The visible content is translated, formatted and checked for names, dates, numbers, terminology and completeness.
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Receive your translation
The certified PDF is delivered by email, with professionally printed hard copies available when requested.
Quality checks before delivery
Official documents often contain precise personal, legal or financial information. The translation should remain complete, readable and easy to compare with the source.
Certified, notarised, sworn or apostille translation?
A more formal service is not automatically more suitable. Select the route specifically requested by the organisation receiving your documents.
Certified translation
A full translation accompanied by a signed statement confirming its accuracy and completeness.
Commonly requested for UK immigration, passport, university, employment, court and other official submissions.
Notarised translation
A certified translation followed by a notary stage that verifies the relevant declaration or signature.
Commonly requested for Specific embassy, legal, corporate or overseas applications that expressly require notarisation.
Sworn translation
A translation completed under the sworn-translator system recognised by the relevant destination country or jurisdiction.
Commonly requested for Authorities in countries that formally appoint or recognise sworn translators.
Apostille or legalisation
An additional authentication process used when a document needs formal recognition for use in another country.
Commonly requested for Overseas civil, academic, legal and corporate submissions where the destination authority asks for legalisation.
Certified translation across major and less-common languages
Translator availability is matched to the language pair, document type, terminology and requested deadline.
- Arabic
- French
- German
- Spanish
- Italian
- Portuguese
- Polish
- Romanian
- Russian
- Chinese
- Hindi
- Urdu
- Farsi
- Turkish
- Japanese
- Ukrainian
What clients say about the service
Feedback from customers who requested certified translations for immigration, academic and legal purposes.
I needed my marriage certificate translated urgently for my spouse visa application. They delivered a certified translation within 24 hours and it was accepted by the Home Office without any issues. Highly recommended!
Sarah M.
Visa ApplicantUsed their service to translate my academic transcripts from Arabic to English. The quality was excellent and my university accepted them without question. The price was very reasonable too.
Ahmed K.
University ApplicantAs an immigration solicitor, I regularly refer my clients to Urgent Certified Translation. Their turnaround is reliable and their translations have never been rejected. A trustworthy service.
Maria P.
Immigration SolicitorCertified document translation FAQs
Check the receiving organisation’s instructions whenever the required translation format or certification level is unclear.
What is a certified translation in the UK?
A certified translation is a complete translation accompanied by a written statement confirming its accuracy. For many UK submissions, the certification should also include the translation date, the translator’s or translation company’s identifying information, a signature and contact details.
How much does certified document translation cost?
Standard certified translation currently starts from £40 per page. Published urgent starting rates are £119 for a 24-hour certified service, £134 for 12-hour delivery and £141 for a two-hour working-hours option. The final price depends on the document, language pair, amount of text, formatting and required formality.
How long does certified translation take?
Published options include a standard two-day service and priority services of 24 hours, 12 hours or two hours. The fastest option is available during working hours only. Every turnaround is confirmed after the document and translator availability have been reviewed.
Will the translation be accepted by the receiving authority?
The translation can be prepared using the certification details commonly requested for UK official submissions. However, the receiving authority makes the final decision and may apply its own document rules. Send its written instructions before ordering whenever possible.
What documents can be translated and certified?
Common documents include birth, marriage, death and divorce certificates; passports and identity cards; academic certificates and transcripts; bank statements; payslips; medical records; court documents; contracts; powers of attorney and company records.
Do I need a notarised or sworn translation?
Not necessarily. Standard certified translation is sufficient for many UK submissions. Choose notarisation, sworn translation or apostille-related support only when the receiving organisation specifically asks for that additional formality.
Can I receive a posted hard copy?
Yes. A certified digital PDF can be delivered by email, and printed hard copies can be posted when requested. State whether the receiving organisation needs a physical copy when asking for your quote.
How do I start my certified translation order?
Upload or send a complete readable copy of the document together with the source and target languages, receiving organisation, deadline and delivery preference. The service type, full price and available turnaround will be confirmed before work begins.
Send your document for a confirmed price and timeline
Upload a clear copy and include the language pair, intended receiving organisation and required deadline. The appropriate certification and delivery route will be confirmed before translation starts.