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What document do you have?
Birth certificate, marriage certificate, diploma, transcript, court order, power of attorney, business letter, or something else.
Certified Document Translation
Certified Translation Help for Official Documents.
Certified translations for immigration, school, legal, and business use, with notarization and apostille coordination when needed.
Fastest way to start: text your document type, language pair, and deadline, or start your translation order online.
Official-use support
Certified translation with notarization and apostille coordination when needed.
Common document types
Birth certificates, diplomas, court records, powers of attorney, and business documents.
Clear next steps
We help confirm the language pair, destination, timing, and whether extra steps apply.
Start here
Most translation work comes down to four things: what document, what language, where it will be used, and when you need it.
Get those answers clear first and the rest gets much simpler.
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What language pair?
From which language to which language? Most official-use documents translate into English, but some projects run the other direction or between two non-English languages.
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Where will it be used?
USCIS, a consulate, a foreign school, a U.S. court, a licensing board, or another agency? Requirements vary by receiving authority.
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When do you need it?
Standard, rush, or urgent? Translation turnaround depends on page count, language pair, and whether notarization or apostille support is also needed.
Not sure where to start? Start online if you already know what you need, or call/text us for help confirming the requirements before you order.
By document type
Common documents sent for certified translation
Each category below explains when translation is typically needed, what counts as an acceptable original, and whether notarization or apostille may also apply.
Birth & Marriage Certificates
Vital records for immigration, consular, school, and family-law matters.
Learn more →Diplomas & Transcripts
School records for foreign universities, licensing boards, and credential evaluations.
Learn more →Court Documents
Judgments, decrees, orders, and legal filings for cross-border matters.
Learn more →Powers of Attorney
Legal authority documents for foreign property, banking, or family matters.
Learn more →Business Documents
Corporate filings, contracts, letters, and supporting records for international use.
Learn more →Workflow fit
Translation is often just one step in a longer official-use workflow
Certified translation
Most immigration, court, school, and government agencies require certified translation, which includes a signed translator’s declaration of accuracy.
USCIS
Schools
Courts
Licensing boards
Notarized translation
Some agencies or destination countries require the translator’s signature to be notarized after the translation is completed.
Add-on notarization
Official declarations
Country-specific
Apostille or legalization
When a translated document will be used outside the U.S., the destination country may require apostille or consular legalization on top of translation and notarization.
Apostille
Consular legalization
Sequencing matters
Agency-specific requirements
Different agencies have different formatting, wording, and submission rules. Always confirm specific instructions before translation begins.
Templates
Formatting rules
Submission standards
The process
How certified translation and coordination work
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Share document details
Upload or email scans of your documents, confirm the language pair, let us know where the documents will be used, and share your deadline.
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Review and estimate
Documents are reviewed for page count, complexity, and format. You receive a written estimate and turnaround timeline before any work begins.
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Translation prepared
Certified translation is completed with a signed certificate of accuracy. If notarization or apostille coordination is also needed, those steps are added in the correct sequence.
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Documents returned
Finished documents are delivered by secure courier or mail, ready for submission to the receiving agency or authority.
Timing & requirements
What affects translation timing and requirements
Timing factors
- Page count and document complexity.
- Language pair and translator availability.
- Whether rush service is available for that language combination.
- Whether notarization or apostille coordination is also needed.
Requirement factors
- Receiving agency or destination country rules.
- Whether certified translation alone is enough.
- Whether notarization is also required.
- Whether apostille or legalization must follow after translation.
Before you start
A short checklist that helps most translation orders move smoothly
- Clear scans or PDFs of the original documents.
- Confirmation of the language pair.
- Name of the receiving agency, consulate, school, or authority.
- Your deadline or appointment date if timing is tight.
- Any specific instructions or formatting requirements from the receiving authority.
- Confirmation of whether notarization or apostille will also be needed.
- Preferred delivery method if physical return is required.
FAQ
Translation FAQ
What is the difference between certified and notarized translation?
Certified translation includes a signed translator’s declaration of accuracy and is what most agencies require. Notarized translation adds a notary’s seal and signature to that declaration, which some destination countries or agencies also require.
How is pricing determined?
Translation is typically priced per page or per word based on the language pair, document type, and complexity. Your documents are reviewed first, then a clear written estimate is provided before any work begins.
What languages are available?
Certified translation is available for many common language pairs used for immigration, academic, legal, and business purposes. Call or text with your language combination and destination to confirm availability and turnaround.
Can translation be combined with apostille or notary services?
Yes. Many documents need both translation and apostille or notarization. These steps can be coordinated together so your final documents are translated, certified, and prepared for where they will be used.
Do I need to mail my original documents?
For most projects, clear scans or PDFs are enough to start the translation. If the receiving agency requires a notarized or apostilled translation, original documents or certified copies may be needed for the notarization or apostille step.
How long does translation take?
Standard turnaround is typically 2 to 5 business days for common language pairs and shorter documents. Rush service may be available depending on the language combination and page count. If notarization or apostille coordination is also needed, those steps add additional time after the translation is completed.