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Official document translation
Certified Translation Services for Official Documents
Send us a clear scan, PDF or photograph of your document and receive a professionally translated, checked, signed and stamped certified translation for official use.
Online ordering is available 24 hours a day. Your service type, price and delivery time are confirmed after your document is reviewed.
Professional linguists
Translation by an appropriate language professional
Carefully checked
Names, dates, terminology and document details reviewed
Secure handling
Confidential processing of personal and official documents
Flexible delivery
Signed PDF delivery and optional printed hard copies
What is a certified translation?
A certified translation is a professional translation supplied with a statement confirming that it accurately represents the original document. It is signed, stamped and dated and includes the translation provider’s details so it can be submitted for an official purpose.
Accurate and clearly presented
Official Translations Prepared With Care
Official documents often contain names, dates, reference numbers, stamps, handwritten notes and specialist terminology. Even a small error or omission can create confusion when the document is reviewed by an authority.
Each document is translated clearly and completely, checked against the source file and presented in a professional format. The completed translation is then supplied with the relevant certification details.
Certified translations may be needed for immigration, education, legal matters, employment, relocation, overseas registration and other formal applications.
Documents we can help with
Certified Translation of Official Documents
The service covers personal, legal, immigration, academic, medical and business documents. Send every page, stamp and reverse side that forms part of the document.
Divorce certificates
Death certificates
Passports and identity documents
Driving licences
Academic transcripts
Police certificates
Bank statements
Medical records
Legal documents
Immigration documents
Business and company documents
Contracts and formal correspondence
- Home Office
- UKVI
- HM Passport Office
- DVLA
- Universities
- Solicitors
- Courts
- Embassies
- Overseas authorities
A straightforward online process
How to Order a Certified Translation
You do not normally need to post your original document to begin. Submit a readable digital copy and tell us how the completed translation will be used.
Upload a clear copy
Send a clear scan, PDF or photograph showing every page and all visible information. Your files are reviewed before the price and turnaround are confirmed.
Receive your translation
The document is translated, checked and certified. A signed PDF is delivered by email, and printed hard copies can be arranged when required.
Published starting prices
Certified Translation Prices and Turnaround
Pricing depends on the language, document length, readability, formatting and required delivery speed. Your final price is confirmed after the document has been reviewed.
| Service option | Price per page | Published turnaround |
|---|---|---|
| Standard certified translation | From £29.99 | 2–3 days |
| Next-day certified translation | From £59.99 | 1 day |
| Same-day certified translation | From £89.99 | Under 24 hours |
Prepare your request
What to Send With Your Document
- A clear scan, PDF or photograph of every page that must be translated.
- The source language and the language required for the completed translation.
- The name of the authority, university, solicitor, embassy or organisation receiving the document.
- Your required delivery date and whether the request is urgent.
- Confirmation of whether you need a signed PDF, printed hard copy or both.
- Any required spelling for names that also appear on a passport or identity document.
Choose the correct document service
Certified, Notarised, Sworn or Apostille-Related Translation?
The correct option depends on the receiving authority and the country where the document will be used. Check the authority’s instructions before ordering whenever possible.
| Service | What it provides | When it may be requested |
|---|---|---|
| Certified translation | A professional translation accompanied by a signed and stamped certification statement. | Commonly used for UK administrative, legal, academic, immigration and personal applications. |
| Notarised translation | Adds a notarial verification step to the document or certification process. | May be requested for legal matters, embassies or formal overseas submissions. |
| Sworn translation | A translation completed under the recognised sworn-translator system of the relevant jurisdiction. | Often required by authorities in countries that use sworn translators. |
| Apostille-related support | Translation support for documents that also require legalisation or an apostille process. | May be required when a document will be formally used in another country. |
Unsure which translation service you need?
Tell us where your document will be submitted. The team can review the requirement and help you distinguish between certified, notarised, sworn, UKVI and apostille-related services.
Questions customers often ask
Certified Translation FAQs
What is included in a certified translation?
The completed document includes the translated content and a certification statement with the company details, signature, stamp and date. It is checked before being supplied as a signed PDF.
Can I order an official translation from a photograph?
Yes. A clear, well-lit photograph can be used for review and translation provided that every word, number, stamp and edge of the document is readable. A PDF or high-resolution scan is preferable for detailed documents.
Do I need to send the original document?
A clear digital copy is normally sufficient to begin the order. The receiving organisation may still require you to present or submit the original document separately, so check its instructions.
How much does certified document translation cost?
Published prices start from £29.99 per page for standard service, £59.99 for next-day service and £89.99 for same-day service. The final price is confirmed after the document, language and formatting requirements have been reviewed.
How quickly can I receive my translation?
The published standard turnaround is two to three days. Next-day and same-day options are available for suitable documents. The exact deadline is confirmed after reviewing the file and current requirements.
Can I receive a printed certified translation?
Yes. A signed digital PDF can be supplied by email, and printed hard copies can be arranged when the receiving authority requires them. Allow additional time for physical delivery.
Is certified translation the same as notarised translation?
No. A certified translation includes a signed certification statement, while notarised translation involves an additional notarial step. Some countries also use sworn translators or ask for apostille-related support.
Will an authority accept my certified translation?
The receiving authority decides which format and certification it accepts. Tell the team exactly where the document will be submitted so the appropriate service can be identified before you order.
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Send Your Document for Certified Translation
Upload your document and provide the language, destination authority and required deadline. The team will review the file and confirm the service, price and turnaround before work proceeds.