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Certified Translation Services UK

Get certified translations for official use in the UK and overseas. We translate birth certificates, marriage certificates, legal documents, academic records, immigration documents and business paperwork, with certified PDF and hard copy options available.

Fast & Reliable

Fast, reliable certified translation services

Need a document translated for an application, legal matter, university, employer or overseas authority? Upload a clear scan or photo, receive a quote, and get a professionally formatted certified translation prepared by a qualified translator.

Official Use

Upload your document

Send a clear scan or photo through our secure upload form. Include all pages, stamps, signatures and handwritten notes.

Qualified

Translator assignment

We assign a qualified translator experienced in official document translation for your language pair.

Checked

Translation & quality check

Every translation is checked for names, dates, stamps, signatures, handwritten notes and formatting accuracy.

How It Works

Simple and Straightforward

Our streamlined process makes it easy to get your documents translated quickly and efficiently.

Birth certificate translation

For visa applications, passports, marriage abroad, school admission, legal matters and overseas registration.

Marriage certificate translation

For UKVI, divorce proceedings, spouse visa applications, name change and overseas marriage registration.

Legal document translation

Contracts, court orders, witness statements, affidavits, power of attorney, solicitor letters and legal evidence.

Academic certificate translation

Diplomas, degree certificates, transcripts, school letters and qualification documents for universities.

Immigration document translation

For visa, settlement, citizenship, asylum, family reunion and Home Office applications.

Apostille translation

Translation support for apostilled documents, legalised certificates and documents for use abroad.

Notarised translation

Notarised options for documents requiring extra certification by a notary public.

Business document translation

Company documents, financial records, contracts, HR documents and business correspondence.

Accepted By / Suitable For

Certified translations for official use

Prepared for official submission to UK and international organisations, with a certification statement confirming the translation is accurate and complete.

UKVI & Home Office

HM Passport Office

Courts & solicitors

Universities & schools

Embassies & consulates

Banks & employers

Overseas government

Credential bodies

Insurance providers

Healthcare organisations

Each certified translation includes a certification statement confirming that the translation is accurate and complete to the best of the translator’s knowledge.

Please note: requirements can vary depending on the receiving authority. If your document needs notarisation, apostille, sworn translation or a specific declaration, let us know before ordering so we can advise on the correct option.

How It Works

Three steps to your certified translation

Upload your documents, choose your certification, and receive a professionally formatted translation ready for official use.

1

Upload your document

Send a clear scan or photo through our secure upload form — include all pages, stamps, signatures, handwritten notes and double-sided content.

 
2

Translator assignment

We review your document and confirm the price, turnaround time and certification type required. Urgent deadline? Tell us.

3

Translation & quality check

Translated by a qualified translator and checked for names, dates, places, stamps, seals, formatting and overall accuracy.

Why Choose Documents For Translation?

Accuracy and professionalism, built in

Our translation process ensures your documents are translated correctly, formatted properly, and delivered on time.

1

Accuracy you can rely on

We check terminology, names, dates, stamps, seals, handwritten notes and formatting so the translation reflects the original clearly.

2

Official certification

Your certified translation includes a declaration confirming the translation is accurate and complete.

3

Fast turnaround options

Standard delivery for non-urgent documents, with express 12–24 hour options for urgent applications where possible.

4

Professional formatting

Formatted to follow the structure and layout of the original, making it easy for authorities to compare.

5

Secure document handling

We treat personal, legal and business documents as sensitive. Your files are handled securely from upload to delivery.

6

Clear communication

You’ll know the price, expected delivery time and certification type before we start.

Industries We Support

Translations for every sector

Submission-ready translations for individuals, professionals, businesses and organisations.

Immigration & Visas

Official translations for applications and identity documents.

Passports, birth certificates, marriage certificates, police checks, bank statements, employment letters and supporting evidence for visa, settlement and citizenship applications.

Legal & Court

Precise translations for legal use and proceedings.

Contracts, affidavits, court orders, witness statements, solicitor correspondence, power of attorney and legal evidence with careful terminology and formatting.

Education & Academic

Certified translations for admissions and qualifications.

Diplomas, transcripts, school letters, certificates and academic records for universities, schools and credential assessment bodies.

Healthcare & Medical

Clear translations for medical records and health documents.

Medical reports, test results, discharge summaries, insurance documents and healthcare records translated accurately and confidentially.

Pricing

Flexible plans for different needs

Standard Certification

Reliable certified translation for official document submissions when you’re not in a rush.

Recommended

Express Certification

Fast-tracked translation for urgent applications and tight deadlines.

Optional Add-Ons

Additional services if you require printed copies or notarisation.

Certification Options

Which certification do you need?

Different authorities may ask for different types of translation certification. We can help you choose the right option.

Certified translation

Suitable for many UK official submissions, including immigration, university, employment and legal document use.

Notarised translation

Used when an additional notarial confirmation is required — often for certain legal, overseas or embassy submissions.

Apostille / legalisation support

Some documents for overseas use may need an apostille or legalisation. We can advise if this is required for your document and destination.

Sworn translation

Some countries require sworn translations by a translator recognised in that jurisdiction. If this applies, we can advise before you order.

What Our Clients Say

Trusted by individuals and professionals

The translation was completed quickly and the formatting looked exactly like the original document. It was accepted without any issues.

Fast and professional service HR Manager

Uploading my documents and placing the order was straightforward. The team kept me updated and delivered the translation on time.

Very easy process Product Designer

I needed a certified translation for my visa application and everything was done perfectly. The document was accepted straight away.

Accepted by the authorities Startup Founder

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

A certified translation is a translated document supplied with a signed declaration confirming that the translation is accurate and complete to the best of the translator's knowledge. It is commonly used for official submissions.

If your document is not in English or Welsh, UKVI and Home Office applications usually require a certified translation. The translation must include the translator or translation company's details, confirmation of accuracy and the date of translation.

Standard certified translations are usually completed within 2–3 working days. Express 12–24 hour delivery may be available depending on the language, document length and certification type required.

Yes. A clear photo or scan is usually enough for a quote. Please make sure all text, stamps, signatures, handwritten notes and edges of the document are visible.

Yes. We format the translation clearly and professionally so it follows the structure of the original document as closely as possible.

Yes. Certified PDF delivery is available by email, and printed certified copies can be posted if required.

Yes. We regularly translate birth certificates, marriage certificates, divorce documents, passports, academic certificates, legal documents and immigration paperwork.

Yes. Notarial certification is available as an optional add-on if required by the receiving authority.

 

This depends on the receiving country and authority. Some overseas submissions require an apostille or legalisation before or after translation. Contact us before ordering if you are unsure.

Our certified translations are prepared for official use and include the required certification statement. However, final acceptance always depends on the receiving authority's own requirements, so we recommend checking if they require certified, notarised, apostilled or sworn translation.

Ready to translate your document?

Upload your file in minutes, confirm the certification type you need, and receive a professionally prepared certified translation delivered to your inbox. Birth certificate, marriage certificate, legal, academic or immigration document — we’ll get it ready for official use.