Birth Certificates
Translation of names, parent details, dates, registration entries, stamps and readable annotations.
Birth certificate translation
Translation for official documents
Certified Document Translation Services in the UK
Send us a clear copy of your personal, immigration, academic, legal or business document. We will review the file, confirm the appropriate service and provide a clear price and turnaround before translation begins.
100+ languages
Support for major and less commonly requested language pairs.
Clear scope first
Price, certification, timing and delivery are confirmed before work starts.
Digital delivery
Certified PDF delivery is available for electronic submissions.
Urgent options
Faster turnaround can be assessed after the full document is reviewed.
The service explained
Translation for Personal, Legal, Academic and Business Records
Official paperwork often contains more than ordinary paragraphs. Names, dates, registration numbers, tables, stamps, seals, signatures and handwritten notes may all affect how the translated document is understood.
A certified document translation should present the visible and legible content clearly and include the certification details required for its intended submission. The receiving organisation makes the final decision about its requirements, so send its written instructions whenever they are available.
Related documents can also be reviewed together. This is useful when the same names, dates, addresses or technical terms appear throughout an immigration application, legal bundle, academic file or corporate submission.
Find your document
Documents We Can Review for Translation
Search by document name or select a category. If your file is not listed, upload it for review rather than choosing an unrelated service.
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Marriage Certificates
Certified translations for immigration, registration, legal, family and overseas document submissions.
Marriage certificate translationDeath Certificates
Careful translation for probate, inheritance, estate administration, insurance and related formal matters.
Death certificate translationDivorce Decrees
Translation of divorce judgments, decrees and related records for immigration, legal or remarriage use.
Divorce decree translationPassports
Biodata pages, observation pages, visas, endorsements and relevant entry or exit stamps.
Passport translationIdentity Cards and Permits
National identity cards, residence permits, registration cards and related identification documents.
Upload both sides where applicablePolice and Clearance Certificates
Police records, criminal-record checks and good-conduct certificates for official applications.
Complete pages requiredName and Family Records
Change-of-name documents, family records, adoption papers and supporting civil documentation.
Related files can be reviewed togetherDiplomas and Degree Certificates
Academic awards and qualification certificates for admissions, employment or professional review.
Include reverse-side text and stampsAcademic Transcripts
Modules, grades, credits, award information and institutional notes presented in a clear format.
All transcript pages should be suppliedProfessional and Training Records
Professional licences, training certificates, enrolment letters and supporting qualification records.
State the receiving professional bodyCourt Orders and Judgments
Orders, judgments, rulings, case documents and supporting evidence for legal review or filing.
Formatting and references are checkedAffidavits and Statements
Affidavits, witness statements, declarations and other formally structured written evidence.
Tell us the intended jurisdictionContracts and Powers of Attorney
Commercial agreements, personal contracts, authorities and powers of attorney requiring precise terminology.
Longer documents may be quoted by wordCompany Registration Documents
Company certificates, incorporation records, governance documents and regulatory paperwork.
Multi-document corporate packs acceptedFinancial and Banking Documents
Financial statements, bank records, reports and related supporting information for formal review.
Tables and number formats are reviewedEmployment and HR Records
Employment letters, HR files, references, contracts and supporting workplace documentation.
State the employer or receiving bodyLetters, Reports and Mixed Packs
Supporting letters, correspondence, reports and document packs containing several different record types.
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Prepare your files
What to Send With Your Document
Clear information at the beginning makes quoting quicker and reduces avoidable questions once translation has started.
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A complete, readable file
Send every relevant page with all edges, stamps, seals, notes and reverse-side content visible.
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The required language pair
State the document’s original language and the language required for the finished translation.
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The receiving organisation
Tell us whether the file is for immigration, court, university, employment, registration or overseas use.
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Your exact deadline
Include the date and time where relevant so the fastest realistic option can be assessed.
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Preferred spellings
Provide the spelling used in an existing passport or English-language record when names have several transliterations.
File quality
Scans, PDFs and Phone Photographs
A PDF is often convenient for multi-page documents because it keeps the pages together and in the correct order. A clear phone photograph can also be suitable for assessment when the document is complete and readable.
Avoid cropped corners, glare over seals, heavy shadows, messaging-app compression and screenshots that show only part of the document. If a detail cannot be read reliably, it should be queried rather than guessed.
Before uploading
Open the file at normal zoom and check names, dates, reference numbers, stamps and small print. If you cannot read them clearly, a translator may not be able to either.
A straightforward process
From Document Review to Certified Delivery
The service, price, delivery format and available turnaround are confirmed before translation begins.
Upload the document
Send a complete scan, photograph, PDF or Word file with the intended use and deadline.
Confirm the quote
The language pair, document scope, certification level, delivery and timing are reviewed.
Translation and checking
Names, dates, numbers, terminology, visible marks, formatting and completeness are checked.
Receive your files
The certified translation is delivered in the agreed digital or printed format.
Choose the right formality
Certified, Sworn, Notarised or Apostilled?
The most formal option is not automatically the correct one. Use the wording in the receiving organisation’s instructions and share those instructions before ordering.
| Service | What it provides | When to consider it | Next step |
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| Certified translation | A complete translation with a signed statement confirming accuracy and completeness. | Commonly requested for UK immigration, passport, academic, employment, legal and administrative submissions. | View certified translation |
| Sworn translation | A translation completed under the sworn-translator system used in the relevant jurisdiction. | When a foreign authority, court or consulate specifically asks for a sworn translator. | View sworn translation |
| Notarised translation | An additional notarial step connected with the translator’s or agency representative’s certification. | When the recipient expressly requests notarisation or notarial verification. | View notarised translation |
| Apostille and translation | Translation coordinated with the required document-authentication or legalisation process. | For some overseas submissions where an apostille or further legalisation is named in the instructions. | View apostille support |
Delivery and checking
What Your Document Translation Can Include
Tell the team how the translation will be submitted so the correct delivery options can be included in your quote.
Complete translation
Visible and legible content is translated rather than reduced to a summary of the original.
Certification statement
The certified version includes the appropriate accuracy wording and identifying details.
Certified PDF
A signed digital file can be supplied for electronic submission where the recipient permits it.
Posted hard copy
Printed certified documents can be arranged when an original signed copy is requested.
Details reviewed before delivery
- Names, accents and agreed transliterations
- Dates, numbers and registration references
- Tables, headings and document field structure
- Visible stamps, seals and readable notes
- Page order and reverse-side information
- Certification wording and identifying details
Delivery timing
Turnaround depends on the language pair, document length, file quality, formatting, certification requirement and current translator availability. Same-day or other urgent options can be assessed after the complete file has been received.
Review the published options for current service levels, then upload the document to confirm the exact total and realistic delivery time.
View translation prices and turnaround
Avoid preventable delays
Common Document-Translation Mistakes
Most problems begin before translation starts. A complete file and clear instructions reduce unnecessary back-and-forth.
Sending only the first page
Reverse pages, attachments and certification pages may contain details needed for a complete translation.
Cropping stamps or document edges
A missing reference, seal or handwritten note can make the source file incomplete.
Not naming the receiving authority
The destination can affect the appropriate certification type and delivery format.
Using inconsistent English spellings
Share passport spellings or existing records where the same name appears across several documents.
Choosing extra formalities automatically
Notarisation or apostille should normally be ordered because the recipient requests it, not simply because it sounds more official.
Mentioning the deadline after approval
Urgent capacity must be checked against the full document and language pair before work begins.
Questions before ordering
Document Translation FAQs
These answers cover file preparation, certification, turnaround, delivery and multi-document orders.
Ask about an unusual documentWhat is a certified document translation?
It is a complete translation of a document supplied with a signed statement confirming that the translated version is accurate and complete. The certification normally includes a date and identifying or contact details.
What types of documents can be translated?
The service covers personal, civil, identity, immigration, academic, professional, legal, financial and business records. Examples include certificates, passports, transcripts, court papers, contracts and company documents.
Can I send a phone photograph instead of a scanned PDF?
Yes, a clear and well-lit photograph can normally be assessed. The whole document must be visible, the text must remain readable when enlarged and glare must not cover stamps, seals, numbers or signatures.
Do I need to send the original document by post?
A complete digital scan or photograph is normally enough to begin the review and translation process. Tell the team if the receiving organisation has requested a posted certified copy or another physical-document requirement.
Can several documents be translated as one order?
Yes. Related documents can be reviewed as one pack. Label the files clearly and include every relevant page so the scope, recurring terminology and name spellings can be checked together.
How quickly can my document be translated?
Turnaround depends on the language pair, page count, amount of text, file clarity, formatting and certification level. Urgent availability is confirmed only after the full document and deadline have been reviewed.
Will stamps, seals and handwritten notes be included?
Relevant visible and legible content can be included. Unclear text should be queried or marked appropriately rather than guessed, so provide the clearest available source file.
How much does certified document translation cost?
The total depends on the language pair, document length, complexity, formatting, urgency and any printed-copy or additional-certification requirements. Upload the complete file to receive a clear quote before work begins.
Do I need certified, sworn or notarised translation?
Use the service named by the organisation receiving the document. Certified translation is commonly used for UK submissions, while sworn or notarised translation may be requested for particular courts, consulates or overseas authorities.
What languages are available?
The website supports certified translation across more than 100 languages. Upload the document or review the language directory to confirm the required language pair and current availability.
Ready to begin?
Send Your Document for Review
Upload every relevant page, identify the language and tell us where the translation will be submitted. The service, price and available delivery time will be confirmed before translation begins.