Personal documents
- Birth certificates
- Marriage certificates
- Death certificates
- Passports and identity documents
Certified document translation in the UK
Document Translation Services UK
Order certified document translations online for immigration, legal, academic, medical, business and personal use.
Send a clear copy of your document, tell us the language and intended use, and choose a turnaround that fits your deadline. Your translation is prepared in a clear professional format and checked against the source before delivery.
From £30Starting price per page
2–3 working daysStandard turnaround
12–24 hoursExpress option where available
Online uploadSend a scan, PDF or clear photo
Before you upload
Include every relevant page, visible stamps and seals, handwritten notes and the reverse side where it contains information.
What to have ready
- A clear scan, PDF or readable photograph of the complete document.
- Every page and side that contains information relevant to the translation.
- Visible stamps, seals, signatures and handwritten notes.
- Your destination country, receiving organisation and deadline.
Certified document translation
Official translations without unnecessary complexity
UK Document Translation provides document translation services for individuals, legal professionals and businesses. The service covers everyday certificates as well as specialist legal, academic, medical and commercial paperwork.
The important starting point is not only what the document is, but how it will be used. Tell us the receiving organisation or destination country so the translation and certification route can be matched to the submission requirement.
Names, dates, numbers, visible stamps, terminology and formatting are checked against the source document before delivery.
Documents we translate
One service for personal, professional and official documents
From a single certificate to a complete supporting-document pack, the service can be organised around the document type, language pair and intended recipient.
Immigration & visa documents
- Police checks and criminal records
- Visa supporting evidence
- Identity and civil-status documents
- Immigration application evidence
Academic documents
- Diplomas and degree certificates
- Academic transcripts
- Letters and recommendations
- Training and qualification certificates
Legal documents
- Contracts and agreements
- Affidavits and statements
- Court orders and legal correspondence
- Supporting legal records
Business & financial documents
- Corporate filings
- Financial statements
- Business correspondence
- Commercial records and agreements
Medical & healthcare documents
- Medical reports
- Test results
- Discharge summaries
- Insurance and health documentation
How it works
Three clear steps from upload to delivery
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Upload your document
Send a clear scan, PDF or photograph of every relevant page. Include stamps, handwritten notes and double-sided content.
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Translation and document review
Your document is translated for the required language pair and checked for names, dates, numbers, terminology and visible official details.
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Certification and delivery
The completed translation is prepared in the agreed format and delivered digitally, with printed-copy options available when required.
Before uploading your file
- Check that no text or document edge has been cut off.
- Include every page that needs translating.
- Tell us if a name spelling must match another document.
- State the intended use, receiving authority and deadline.
For official UK submissions
What a certified document translation should make clear
For official submissions, the translation normally needs to be complete, identifiable and independently verifiable. The exact requirements depend on the receiving organisation and the application route.
- Accuracy statementConfirmation that the translation accurately represents the original document.
- Translation dateThe date on which the translation was completed or certified.
- Translator detailsThe full name of the translator or authorised company representative, where required.
- Contact detailsInformation that allows the translation provider to be independently verified.
UK immigration guidance: Home Office guidance for documents not in English or Welsh requires a fully certified translation that can be independently verified and includes specified certification details.
Read current GOV.UK supporting-document guidance →
Choose the right route
Certified, notarised, sworn or apostilled?
These terms are not interchangeable. The right route depends on who will receive the document and the country in which it will be used.
Certified translation
A complete translation supplied with a certification statement confirming accuracy. This is commonly requested for UK official, immigration, academic and professional submissions.
Notarised translation
A notary is involved in verifying the relevant certification or signature. Use this only when the receiving organisation specifically asks for notarisation.
Sworn translation
Some countries and authorities require a translation completed or declared by a sworn translator. This depends on the legal system and receiving body.
Apostille or legalisation
An apostille authenticates a qualifying public document for use abroad. The required sequence can vary, so confirm whether the original, translation or notarised document must be legalised.
Not sure which one you need? Send the receiving organisation's instructions or tell us the destination country before ordering.
Start With Your DocumentQuality controls
Details that matter in a professional document translation
A good document translation is not simply translated text. It should preserve the important information, structure and context needed by the person or organisation reviewing it.
Names & dates
Names, dates of birth, issue dates and other key identifiers are checked carefully against the source.
Stamps & seals
Visible official stamps, seals, headings and relevant handwritten notes are included where they form part of the document.
Professional formatting
The translation is presented in a clear layout that follows the structure of the original rather than as unformatted running text.
Terminology
Legal, academic, medical, financial and administrative terminology is handled in context.
Complete source review
Every relevant page should be supplied so missing text, reverse-side content or cropped details do not create avoidable gaps.
Confidential handling
Personal, legal, medical and business documents are treated as sensitive information throughout the translation process.
Turnaround & delivery
Choose the service that fits your deadline
Standard and urgent options are available for different submission deadlines. Availability and final price depend on the document, language pair, certification level and urgency.
For regular document deadlines
2–3 working days- Certified translation
- Professional document formatting
- Digital delivery
- Printed-copy options where required
For urgent applications and tighter deadlines
12–24 hours- Priority processing where available
- Certified digital file
- Suitable for time-sensitive document requests
- Urgent availability confirmed against your file
Certified translation from £30 per page
Certified document translation starts from £30 per page. Your final order price can vary according to the file and service selected.
Common price factors
- Language pair
- Document length
- Formatting complexity
- Certification level
- Turnaround urgency
- Printed or additional services
Frequently asked questions
Questions about document translation in the UK
Always follow the current instructions issued by the authority, employer, university, court or organisation receiving your documents.
What is included with a certified document translation?
The service includes translation of the document, professional formatting and a certification statement confirming that the translation accurately represents the source. The exact certification wording can depend on the intended use.
How much does document translation cost in the UK?
Certified document translation starts from £30 per page. The final price can vary according to the language pair, document length, formatting, certification level, delivery requirements and turnaround.
How do I know whether I need certification or notarisation?
Check the instructions from the organisation receiving your document. Certification and notarisation are different processes, and the correct route depends on the document, destination country and intended use.
Do documents for UK immigration need certified translation?
Where an immigration application requires a supporting document that is not in English or Welsh, Home Office guidance can require a fully certified translation that can be independently verified. Check the guidance for your specific application route before submitting.
How long does document translation take?
The standard option is typically 2–3 working days. Express document translation can be available within 12–24 hours, depending on the language pair, document length and service availability.
Can I upload a photo instead of a scan?
Yes, if the photograph is clear and shows the full document. Make sure all text, edges, stamps, seals and handwritten notes are visible and that no page is blurred, cropped or obscured.
Can I order translations for several documents together?
Yes. Upload all documents that belong to the same request and provide the languages, intended use, receiving organisation and deadline so the complete set can be reviewed together.
What if a name is spelled differently on another document?
Tell us before the translation starts and provide the spelling used on the document that needs to match, such as a passport or other official record. The translator can then review the source and your instruction together.
Are printed copies or additional certification services available?
Printed copies can be arranged where required, and site service pages also list notarised translation and apostille assistance as optional services for documents that need additional formalities.
Ready to begin?
Send your document and choose the translation service you need
Upload the complete file, tell us the language, intended use and deadline, and select the certification and delivery option required for your document.
If the receiving organisation has issued specific translation, notarisation or legalisation instructions, include them with your order.