Birth Certificates
Names, parent details, dates, registration entries, stamps and readable annotations.
Birth certificate translation
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Document Translation Services UK – Certified & Official Documents
Send us a clear copy of your document and tell us where it will be used. We will review the language pair, document scope, certification requirement, price and available turnaround before translation begins.
Certified translation from £40/page
Translation-only rates start from £29/page. Final price is confirmed after the complete file is reviewed.
100+ languages
Major and less-common language pairs.
Clear scope first
Price, certification and timing confirmed before work starts.
Digital delivery
Certified PDF delivery available for electronic submissions.
Document categories
Personal, identity, academic, legal and business records.
Find your document
Find Your Document Translation Service
Search common personal, immigration, academic, legal and business documents. If your document is not listed, send it for review rather than selecting an unrelated service.
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Marriage Certificates
Marriage records for immigration, registration, legal, family and overseas submissions.
Marriage certificate translationDeath Certificates
Translation for probate, inheritance, estate administration, insurance and related formal matters.
Death certificate translationDivorce Certificates & Decrees
Divorce judgments, decrees and related records for immigration, legal or remarriage use.
Divorce document translationPassports
Biodata pages, observation pages, visas, endorsements and relevant entry or exit stamps.
Passport translationIdentity Cards & Permits
National identity cards, residence permits, registration cards and related identification records.
Upload for reviewPolice & Clearance Certificates
Police records, criminal-record checks and good-conduct certificates for formal applications.
Upload for reviewName & Family Records
Change-of-name documents, family records, adoption papers and supporting civil documents.
Upload for reviewDiplomas & Degree Certificates
Qualification certificates for admissions, employment, professional review and formal submissions.
Diploma translationAcademic Transcripts
Modules, grades, credits, award information and institutional notes presented clearly.
Upload for reviewProfessional & Training Records
Professional licences, training certificates, enrolment letters and qualification records.
Upload for reviewCourt Orders & Judgments
Orders, judgments, rulings, case documents and supporting evidence for legal review or filing.
Upload for reviewAffidavits & Statements
Affidavits, witness statements, declarations and other formally structured written evidence.
Upload for reviewContracts & Powers of Attorney
Commercial agreements, personal contracts and powers of attorney requiring precise terminology.
Upload for reviewCompany Registration Documents
Company certificates, incorporation records, governance documents and regulatory paperwork.
Upload for reviewFinancial & Banking Documents
Financial statements, bank records, reports and supporting information containing tables and figures.
Upload for reviewEmployment & HR Records
Employment letters, references, contracts and supporting workplace documentation.
Upload for reviewLetters, Reports & Mixed Packs
Supporting letters, correspondence, reports and packs containing several different record types.
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The service explained
Certified Document Translation for Official and Practical Use
Documents often contain much more than ordinary paragraphs. Names, dates, registration numbers, tables, stamps, seals, signatures and handwritten notes can all affect how the translated version is understood.
A professional document translation should present the readable content clearly and in a structure that makes comparison with the original straightforward. Where certification is required, the appropriate certification details are added to the completed translation.
Related documents can be reviewed together when the same names, addresses, dates or terminology appear throughout an immigration application, legal bundle, academic record or corporate submission.
What is a certified document translation?
It is a complete translated version of a document supplied with a signed statement confirming its accuracy and completeness, together with identifying details and a certification date.
Which documents can be professionally translated?
Personal certificates, identity and immigration records, academic documents, legal papers, financial records and business documents can all be reviewed. Use the document finder above to open the most relevant service page.
Prepare your files
What to Send With Your Document
Complete information at the beginning makes quoting quicker and reduces avoidable questions once translation has started.
- A complete, readable file. Include every relevant page, reverse side, stamp, seal and readable note.
- The language pair. State the document's original language and the language required for the translation.
- The receiving organisation. Tell us where or how the finished translation will be submitted.
- Your exact deadline. Include a date and time where relevant so available urgent options can be assessed.
- Preferred name spellings. Provide the spelling already used in a passport or other English-language record where applicable.
A straightforward process
Document Translation in Four Clear Steps
The service, price, certification requirement, delivery format and available turnaround are agreed before translation begins.
Send the document
Upload the complete document and tell us the intended use and deadline.
Confirm the quote
We confirm the language pair, scope, certification, price and delivery timing.
Translation and checking
Names, dates, figures, terminology, visible markings and completeness are checked.
Receive your files
The completed translation is delivered in the agreed digital or printed format.
Current starting rates
Document Translation Prices and Delivery Times
The final price depends on the language pair, amount of text, complexity, certification route, formatting and required turnaround. These are the site's current published starting rates.
Two days
For planned, non-urgent submissions.
Translation
From £29/page
Certified
From £40/page
24 hours
For documents required the following day.
Translation
From £75/page
Certified
From £119/page
12 hours
Priority handling subject to document review.
Translation
From £90/page
Certified
From £134/page
From two hours
Suitable emergency documents during working hours.
Translation
From £97/page
Certified
From £141/page
These are starting rates rather than automatic final prices. Longer, denser,
specialist, legal, academic and business documents may be priced by word count or
as a complete project. Urgent availability must be confirmed after review.
Choose the right formality
Certified, Sworn, Notarised or Apostilled?
The most formal option is not automatically the correct one. Use the wording supplied by the organisation receiving the document and share its instructions before ordering.
| Service | What it provides | When to consider it | Next step |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 authentication or legalisation process. | For 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 appropriate certification and delivery options can be included in the quote.
Complete translation
Visible and legible content is translated rather than reduced to a summary.
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 permitted.
Posted hard copy
Printed certified documents can be arranged when an original signed copy is requested.
Names and numbers
Names, accents, agreed transliterations, dates and registration references are reviewed.
Document structure
Tables, headings, page order, stamps, seals and readable notes are checked.
Avoid preventable delays
Common Document Translation Mistakes
Most avoidable 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 information needed for a complete translation.
Cropping stamps or document edges
A missing reference, seal or handwritten note can make the source document incomplete.
Not naming the receiving organisation
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 selected because the recipient specifically requests it.
Mentioning the deadline too late
Urgent capacity must be checked against the complete document and language pair before work begins.
Questions before ordering
Document Translation Services FAQs
Answers to common questions about documents, certification, pricing, turnaround and delivery.
What are document translation services?
Document translation services convert the readable content of personal, legal, academic, immigration or business records from one language into another. Where official certification is required, a signed certification statement can also be supplied.
What is a certified document translation?
It is a complete translation 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?
Personal, civil, identity, immigration, academic, professional, legal, financial and business records can be reviewed. 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, well-lit photograph can normally be assessed when the whole document is visible and the text remains readable when enlarged. Avoid glare over stamps, seals, reference 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 recurring terminology, dates and name spellings can be checked consistently.
How quickly can my document be translated?
Published options range from a standard two-day service to 24-hour, 12-hour and same-day turnaround. Availability depends on the language pair, document length, file clarity, formatting and certification requirement and must be confirmed after review.
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 send the clearest available source file.
How much does document translation cost in the UK?
Published standard translation rates start from £29 per page and certified translation starts from £40 per page. The final total depends on the language pair, document length, complexity, formatting, certification route and required turnaround.
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, notarised or apostille-related services may be requested for particular overseas authorities, courts or consulates.
What languages are available?
The service supports more than 100 languages. Review the language directory or upload the document to confirm the required language pair and current availability.
Ready to begin?
Send Your Document for Review
Upload every relevant page, identify the language, tell us where the translation will be submitted and include your deadline. The correct service, complete price and available delivery time can then be confirmed before work begins.