Immigration and visa applications
Birth certificates, marriage certificates, police clearances, academic records and supporting documents for visa and immigration files.
Certified translation for official documents
Certified Document Translation Services
Order a certified translation for immigration, legal, academic, personal or business documents. Upload a clear scan or photo, confirm your requirements, and receive a professionally prepared translation with certification.
From £30 per page
Standard 2–3 working days
Digital and hard copy options
For official submissions
Prepared for common document submission requirements.
Checked before delivery
Names, dates, stamps and formatting are reviewed carefully.
Secure online upload
Send your documents online and receive clear next steps.
What this service is for
Certified translations for documents that need to be submitted officially
A certified translation is commonly needed when a document is not in the required language and must be submitted to an organisation, authority, solicitor, university, employer or application portal.
What you receive
A word-for-word translation prepared by a professional translator, accompanied by a certification statement confirming that the translation is accurate and complete.
Legal and court matters
Divorce decrees, affidavits, wills, contracts, court orders and legal evidence requiring careful terminology and certification.
Academic and professional use
Diplomas, transcripts, certificates and letters for university applications, credential checks or professional recognition.
Personal and business paperwork
Identity documents, financial evidence, company papers, medical letters and other official records for personal or commercial use.
What is included
Everything needed for a clean certified translation
The service is designed to make the translation easy to submit, easy to check, and clear for the organisation receiving it.
Certification statement
A formal declaration confirming that the translation is accurate and complete.
Professional translator
Your document is assigned to a translator suited to the language pair and document type.
Accuracy checks
Key details such as names, dates, numbers, stamps and handwritten notes are checked before delivery.
Flexible delivery
Receive a certified PDF by email, with printed hard copy delivery available where needed.
How it works
Simple from upload to delivery
Send your file online, confirm the service required, and receive a certified translation prepared for your submission route.
Upload your document
Send a clear scan or photo through the online order route. Include every page, stamp and note that needs translating.
Requirements checked
The document type, language pair, deadline and certification needs are reviewed before the translation begins.
Translation begins
A suitable translator prepares a complete translation while keeping names, dates and document formatting consistent.
Quality check
The translation is reviewed and the certification statement is added before the final file is prepared.
Delivery
Receive your certified translation digitally, with posted hard copies available when physical documents are required.
What can affect the cost?
Most straightforward personal documents are simple to quote. More complex files may need additional review before a final price is confirmed.
- Document complexity: legal, technical, medical or heavily handwritten documents may require additional specialist work.
- Language pair: availability and translator specialism can vary by language.
- Turnaround time: urgent same-day or next-day options may be available at an additional fee.
- Certification level: notarisation or apostille support may be needed if requested by the receiving authority.
Documents covered
What we translate
We handle a wide range of personal, academic, legal, immigration, medical and business documents. If your document is not listed, upload it and ask which certification option is suitable.
Before you upload
- Make sure the full page is visible.
- Include all stamps, seals, signatures and handwritten notes.
- Tell us if a name spelling must match a passport or application form.
- Confirm whether you need digital delivery, hard copies, notarisation or apostille support.
- Birth certificate translations
- Marriage certificate translations
- Divorce certificate translations
- Academic transcript translations
- Academic certificate translations
- Passport and ID document translations
- Bank statement translations
- Financial evidence
- Police clearance certificate translations
- Proof of address documents
- Medical document translations
- Supporting statements
Delivery options
Choose the format your submission needs
Different organisations ask for different formats. You can request digital delivery, printed copies, or additional certification support where required.
| Option | Best for | What to expect |
|---|---|---|
| Standard delivery | Most personal and official documents | Most documents are delivered within 2–3 working days as standard. |
| Urgent delivery | Deadlines, visa appointments and last-minute requests | Same-day or next-day options may be available depending on the document and language pair. |
| Digital PDF | Online portals and email submissions | Receive a certified digital copy suitable for quick submission where accepted by the receiving organisation. |
| Physical copy | Solicitors, courts, universities, embassies or postal submissions | Printed certified hard copies can be posted when a physical translation is required. |
Quality control
Careful checks before your certified translation is delivered
Official document translation depends on precision. Small errors in names, dates, certificate numbers or stamps can cause delays, so the translation is checked before it is sent to you.
Names and spellings
Names are translated consistently, and preferred English spellings can be followed when you provide them.
Dates and numbers
Dates, document numbers, reference numbers and official labels are reviewed for accuracy.
Stamps and seals
Visible stamps, seals, signatures and notes are reflected clearly in the translated document.
Certification details
The certification statement is added so the translation can be submitted with confidence.
Questions customers often ask
Certified translation FAQs
Clear answers before you upload your document.
Do I need a certified translation for UKVI?
For UKVI translation services, documents that are not in English or Welsh usually need to be accompanied by a certified translation. The translation normally needs to include confirmation that it is accurate and complete, along with the translator or translation company details and the date.
How long does a certified translation take?
Standard delivery is usually 2–3 working days for most documents. Faster options may be available if you have an urgent deadline, depending on the document type, language pair and length.
Will my translation be accepted by UK authorities?
Certified translations are prepared for official use and include the certification details commonly requested by UK organisations. Final acceptance is always at the discretion of the receiving authority, so it is best to tell us where you are submitting the document.
Can I submit a scanned document or photo?
Yes. You can upload a scan or clear photo, provided the full page is visible and all text, stamps, seals and signatures can be read. If anything is unclear, you may be asked for a clearer copy before work begins.
Do you provide notarised translations?
Yes. See our notarised translation service if the receiving authority specifically requires notarisation. Notarisation is different from certification, so check whether your solicitor, court, embassy or overseas authority specifically asks for it.
Can my translated name match my passport spelling?
Yes. If your name has a preferred English spelling, provide the spelling exactly as it appears on your passport, visa application or other official document when you place your order.
Do you help with apostille or legalisation?
Our apostille and document legalisation service can help where the receiving authority requires an additional legalisation step. If you are unsure, explain where the translation will be used and ask which option is suitable before ordering.
Ready to translate your document?
Upload your file and get your certified translation started
Send your document securely, confirm your deadline and certification needs, and receive clear next steps for your translation.