Certified translation
A complete translation accompanied by a certification statement confirming the translation is true and accurate.
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Certified Translation Services for Official UK Documents
Certified translation services for UK visa and immigration, legal, academic and personal documents. Upload a clear copy and we’ll confirm the language pair, certification requirements, price and turnaround before work begins.
From £40
Human translators
Standard & express options
UK-wide online service
What do you need translated?
Start with the document, not the jargon.
From birth and marriage certificates to passports, academic transcripts and legal documents, choose a category below or upload the file for review.
01 · PERSONAL
Birth Certificate
Certified translation for immigration, nationality, marriage, education and other official uses.
↗ 02 · PERSONALMarriage Certificate
For visa, immigration, surname, family and official administrative applications.
↗ 03 · IDENTITYPassport & ID
Translation of passport identity pages and official identity documents.
↗ 04 · IMMIGRATIONVisa & Immigration
Certified translations prepared for common UK immigration and visa submission requirements.
↗ 05 · ACADEMICAcademic Documents
Transcripts, degree certificates and academic records for study, work and recognition.
↗ 06 · LEGALLegal Documents
Contracts, affidavits, court-related documents and other formal legal material.
↗Certification matters
Certified, notarised, sworn and apostilled are not the same thing.
The correct route depends on the document, destination country and organisation receiving it. We can help you distinguish between them before you order.
Notarised translation
Notarisation is an additional formal step and is not automatically required for every UK document or submission.
Check the requirement →Sworn translation
Some countries use officially recognised sworn translators. Requirements depend on the destination and receiving authority.
Check destination rules →Apostille & legalisation
Additional authentication may be required when documents are used internationally.
Apostille support →Clear pricing before work begins
Certified translations from £40.
Send the document first. We’ll confirm the exact price, certification requirement and turnaround before you commit. Final cost depends on the document, language combination, certification route and urgency.
£40
standard certified translationstarting price
Built for official documents
Accuracy is more than translating the main paragraph.
Official documents often depend on names, dates, figures, stamps, annotations and consistent spelling. The workflow should account for the whole visible document.
Human translation & review
Documents are handled as translation work, not as raw machine output.
Certification route confirmed first
We ask where the document is going so unnecessary certification steps can be avoided.
Names, dates and visible content checked
Identity details and visible document content matter in official translation work.
How ordering works
Order your certified translation online in four steps.
Upload
Send a clear PDF, scan or readable photograph of the document.
Confirm requirements
Tell us the language, deadline, destination and receiving organisation.
Translation & QA
The content is translated and key names, dates, figures and visible details are checked.
Receive it
Your completed translation is delivered in the agreed format and timeframe.
Send a PDF, clear scan or readable photo. Price and expected delivery are confirmed before work begins.
Customer experiences
Different documents. Different deadlines. One straightforward process.
I needed a certified birth certificate translation for my visa application. The process was simple and professional, and the completed document was accepted without any issues.
My university needed certified translations of my foreign degree certificates before enrolment. They delivered quickly and the documents were accepted by the admissions office.
Used them for urgent legal documents ahead of a court deadline. The turnaround was fast, the translation was thorough and well presented, and communication was excellent.
Clear pricing, no surprises, fast delivery and a professional outcome. We use the service regularly for business translation needs.
Needed a marriage certificate translated urgently for a Skilled Worker visa. The process was smooth, and the documents arrived on time and professionally formatted.
Before you order
Questions customers ask most often.
What is a certified translation?
A certified translation is a complete translation accompanied by a signed statement confirming that it is a true and accurate translation of the original document.
Can it be used for UK visa or Home Office applications?
Certified translations can be prepared with the details normally requested for UK visa and Home Office submissions. Final acceptance remains with the receiving authority.
How much does a certified translation cost?
Standard certified translations currently start from £40 per document. The final price depends on document length, language pair, certification requirement and turnaround.
Can I send a scan or phone photo?
A clear scan, PDF or readable photograph can often be used to prepare the quotation and translation. The team can confirm whether anything else is needed after reviewing the file.
How quickly can the translation be completed?
Standard and express turnaround options are available. Same-day or 24-hour service may be possible for suitable work depending on document length, language pair and translator availability.
Do I need notarisation or an apostille?
Not always. The correct authentication depends on the receiving organisation, document and destination country. Check the requirement before ordering additional certification.
Will stamps, seals and annotations be dealt with?
Visible stamps, seals, signatures and annotations can be represented or identified appropriately as part of the translated document where relevant. Send a clear image so all visible content can be reviewed.
Can you match the spelling shown on my passport?
Yes. If an official spelling or transliteration already appears on a passport or another identity document, send that reference with the source document so names can be kept consistent where appropriate.
Ready when your document is
Upload your document. We’ll confirm the right route.
Send the file, language combination, deadline and receiving organisation. We’ll confirm the appropriate service, price and turnaround before work begins.