UK Certified Translators · Signed translations in 200+ languages
Certified Translation Services UK For Visas, Courts And Universities
Need a document translated for the Home Office, a court or a university? Our certified translation services turn it into accurate English, with a signed statement on every page. Send a photo for a fixed quote within one hour.
- Fixed prices from £24.99 per page, with no hidden extras
- Same-day option across the UK, confirmed before you pay
- Official translation services in more than 200 languages
- Fixed quote
- 1 hour
- Typical delivery
- 24 hrs
- Languages
- 200+
Get Your Free Certified Translation Quote
Fixed price in under 1 hour. No obligation.
Prepared for the requirements of
- Home Office & UKVI
- HM Passport Office
- HM Courts & Tribunals
- DVLA
- UK ENIC (Ecctis)
- Universities
- Banks & Mortgage Lenders
- Solicitors
- HM Land Registry
- NHS & GPs
- Embassies
- Employers
Documents we translate
Document Translation Services UK For Birth, Marriage And Personal Records
Choose your document below to see how we handle it. Our certificate translation services also cover powers of attorney, LPA forms, utility bills, insurance policies and residence records, with names, dates and stamps kept exactly.
- Birth Certificate Translation Every name, date and parent detail translated exactly, for passports, visas and citizenship applications. From £24.99 · View
- Marriage Certificate Translation Also known as wedding certificate translation. Used for spouse visas, name changes, divorce cases and HM Land Registry. From £24.99 · View
- Divorce Certificate Translation Needed to remarry or change your name. We translate the decree pages that registrars and courts ask to see. From £24.99 · View
- Adoption Certificate Translation We translate and certify documents like adoption orders privately, for passports and citizenship, with a sworn option when needed. From £24.99 · View
- Passport And ID Translation Old foreign passports and ID cards for HMPO, ILR and banks. Every field, stamp and visa page is copied with care. From £24.99 · View
- Driving Licence Translation For DVLA exchange, insurers and car hire. Usually ready within 24 hours, with a same-day option available. From £24.99 · View
- Police Certificate Translation Foreign police records in English for jobs, visas and Ofsted. ACRO certificates into Spanish, with sworn translation and apostille for consulates. From £24.99 · View
- Bank Statement Translation Accurate translations of documents full of numbers, for visas, Student Finance and mortgage checks. Every figure is checked twice. From £24.99 · View
- Degree And Diploma Translation Our education translation services cover degrees, diplomas, transcripts and school certificates for universities, UK ENIC and new jobs. From £24.99 · View
Pick your purpose
UK Passport, Asylum, Mortgage And NHS Translations For Every Purpose
Every UK office has its own rules for foreign papers. Pick your purpose to see which documents people usually send. Our official translation services are prepared for UKVI, HMPO, courts and councils.
Visas, ILR, Citizenship And Settled Status
Visitor, student, skilled worker, spouse and family visas all need papers in English. We provide certified translation for UK visa files, ILR, EUSS settled status and MN1 citizenship. Long bank statements are translated in full, page by page, as UKVI expects.
Documents people usually send
- Birth and marriage certificates
- Bank statements and payslips
- Police certificates
- National ID cards
- Relationship evidence chats
British Passports, First Child Passports And Name Changes
HM Passport Office may ask for a foreign birth certificate in full English, even if it has a multilingual extract. We translate it for first child passports, passports by descent and name changes, with a printed hard copy if needed.
Documents people usually send
- Full birth certificate
- Parents' birth certificates
- Marriage or name change papers
- Old foreign passport
- Court or custody orders
Divorce, Family Court And Legal Evidence
Family courts, the online divorce service and solicitors need clear English copies of marriage certificates, judgments and court orders. If a judge wants the linguist's own word, the translator adds a personal signed declaration. Our court document translation also covers WhatsApp chats, emails and audio evidence.
Documents people usually send
- Marriage certificate for divorce
- Foreign court judgment
- Court orders
- WhatsApp and email evidence
- Audio recordings
Asylum Claims And Immigration Tribunal Appeals
Asylum appeals at the First-tier Tribunal (Immigration and Asylum Chamber) need certified English versions of every paper. We translate arrest warrants, conscription letters, police reports and ID papers, and work with solicitors on legal aid deadlines.
Documents people usually send
- Arrest warrants
- Conscription letters
- Police reports
- ID and birth records
- Witness messages
Giving Notice, Marriage Visitor Visas And Remarrying
Planning a wedding in the UK? Register offices need your birth certificate, divorce papers or certificate of no impediment in English. We also translate payslips and bank statements for marriage visitor visas, and the marriage record after the big day.
Documents people usually send
- Birth certificate
- Divorce decree
- Certificate of no impediment
- Single status certificate
- Payslips for the visa
University, UK ENIC And Student Finance
Universities, UK ENIC (Ecctis) and Student Finance England all ask for certified translations for university applications. We translate degrees, diplomas, transcripts and grade sheets. Your marks stay in a clear, easy table.
Documents people usually send
- Degree certificate
- Diploma
- Transcript
- School certificates
- Proof of foreign income
Mortgages, Source Of Funds And Banks
Solicitors and lenders check where your deposit came from. We translate foreign bank statements, gift letters and contracts, plus tax return translation for income proof. This keeps AML checks moving without delay.
Documents people usually send
- Bank statements
- Gift letters
- Tax returns
- Sale contracts
- Inheritance papers
DVLA Licence Exchange And Car Hire
Exchanging a licence from a DVLA designated country or the EU and EEA? DVLA may ask for a certified English version. Insurers, employers and hire desks use it too, and most licences are ready within 24 hours.
Documents people usually send
- Driving licence (front and back)
- Licence history record
- Licence entitlement letter
GP, NHS, Employers And Medical Records
Moving your care to a UK GP or hospital? We translate test results, MRI reports and prescriptions with care, plus medical letters for employers, universities and insurers. Medical document translation services like this keep your history clear.
Documents people usually send
- Medical records
- Blood and MRI results
- Prescriptions
- Fit notes for employers
- Insurance documents
Jobs, Licences And Professional Registration
Employers and regulators need proof they can read. Our official translators handle qualifications, police records and references for the NMC, GMC, HCPC, GPhC, Ofsted, CSCS cards, SIA licences, DBS checks, the Gambling Commission, the Civil Service and the Armed Forces.
Documents people usually send
- Police certificates
- Degree and nursing diplomas
- Professional licences
- CSCS training records
- Employment references
Council Housing, Benefits And Pensions
Councils, the DWP, HMRC, NHS Business Services and pension providers sometimes ask for foreign papers in English. We translate birth and marriage certificates, pension letters and income proof for housing, child benefit and pension claims.
Documents people usually send
- Birth certificates
- Marriage certificates
- Foreign pension letters
- Bank and income proof
Probate, Wills And Death Certificates
When a loved one dies abroad, the Probate Registry, banks and pension schemes need their papers in English. We translate death certificates, wills, heirs certificates and powers of attorney with care and clear explanations.
Documents people usually send
- Death certificate
- Will
- Heirs certificate
- Notary deeds
- Power of attorney
Foreign Citizenship, Embassies And Life Abroad
Applying for Italian, Polish, French or German citizenship, or registering your child's birth at an embassy? We translate UK birth and marriage certificates for consulates, foreign registry offices and weddings abroad, sworn where an office asks.
Documents people usually send
- UK birth certificate
- Marriage certificate
- Apostille page
- Deed of name change
- Certificate of no impediment
What you receive
Certified Translation Features Every Official Reader Checks
Every translation we certify comes with five things an officer checks first. Tap or click each number to see where it sits on the page. Together they turn a plain copy into an official translation.
Ref UKCT-26-0918 · 18/09/2026+44 7482 545337
Certificate of Translation Accuracy
"I certify that the attached English text is a true and accurate translation of the original birth certificate written in Polish."
Name
Anna Kowalska
Date of birth
04/03/1991
A. Translator
Professional translator
TRANSLATORS
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Who can certify a translation in the UK? There is no single government licence. A professional translator or a certified translation company certifies it, as long as the statement, signature and contact details are clear.
Languages
Certified English Translation From European, Asian And African Languages
Most of our work is into English, plus English into other languages for embassies abroad. Need a rare language? Tap a language below for details, or ask about one that is not listed.
French
Spanish
German
Italian
Portuguese
Dutch
Greek
Swedish
Polish
Romanian
Bulgarian
Ukrainian
Russian
LithuanianMiddle Eastern
Arabic
Persian / Farsi
Turkish
Hebrew
Dari and Pashto
Urdu
Hindi
Bengali
Chinese
Japanese
Korean
Vietnamese
Thai
Tagalog
Amharic
Tigrinya
Somali
Swahili
YorubaCan't see yours? We translate more than 200 languages, including Brazilian and European Portuguese and both Simplified and Traditional Chinese. A few rare pairs cost a little more, always shown in your fixed quote. See every language we translate
Got A Document In Another Language?
Send a clear photo of every page. We reply with a fixed price within one hour, and most short documents are ready within 24 hours.
Choose your level
Pick The Right Level: Certified, Sworn, Notarised Or Apostille
Most UK offices only need a standard certified translation service. Some foreign authorities ask for more. Compare the four levels below, or tell our team where your papers are going and we will advise.
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Level 1 · most needed
Certified Translation
Starting from£24.99/ page
The standard for most UK offices: Home Office, HMPO, DVLA, courts, banks and universities. Our UK certified translation services start here.
- ✓Statement of accuracy
- ✓Signature, stamp and date
- ✓PDF by email, post on request
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Level 2
Sworn Translation
Starting from£39.99/ page
For courts, embassies and foreign authorities that want a sworn translation. We have government-appointed sworn translators for Spain and Germany, and check other countries' rules first.
- ✓Sworn translator declaration
- ✓Signed and stamped
- ✓Ideal for use abroad
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Level 3
Notarised Translation
Starting from£69.99/ document
For foreign banks, property deals and governments that want a notary public to confirm the translator's signature, without an apostille. Added to the translation price.
- ✓Certified translation
- ✓Notary public seal
- ✓Hard copy posted
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Level 4
Apostille Translation
Starting from£129.99/ document
Apostille from £129.99 per document, notary step and FCDO apostille included, added to the translation price. For papers used in another country under the Hague Convention.
- ✓Notary step included
- ✓FCDO apostille
- ✓Tracked return post
Specialist translation
Professional Translation Services For Legal, Medical And Business Files
Some papers need a translator who knows the subject. We match legal, medical and financial files to specialist linguists, and business clients send us contracts, policies and websites in one language or many.
- Legal TranslationWritten translation services for contracts, court orders and legal letters, done by a document translation company that knows legal terms.
- Court Evidence TranslationTranslating documents to English for court, including WhatsApp chats, emails and audio, often on tight legal aid deadlines.
- Medical TranslationMedical records, test results and hospital reports translated privately for GPs, employers and insurers.
- Financial TranslationAccounting translation services for annual reports, tax papers and statements, with every figure and currency checked.
- Mortgage And Source Of FundsForeign bank statements and gift letters translated by a certified translation agency that understands solicitor AML checks.
- Probate And InheritanceOur official translators handle foreign wills, death certificates and heirs papers for the Probate Registry, with care.
- Business TranslationCorporate document translation services for contracts, policies and HR document translation in one language or many.
- Technical TranslationManuals, specifications and patent translation, with technical terms kept consistent from the first page to the last.
- Marketing TranslationBrochures, adverts and email translation services that keep your brand voice natural in every new market.
- Website TranslationOnline translation services for full websites, with localisation and multilingual SEO so every page sounds local.
How it works
Online Document Translation Services, From Photo To Signed PDF
You never need to visit a translation office. Everything happens from your phone or laptop, wherever you live in the UK. Here is how an order moves, step by step.
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1Step 01
Send A Photo Or Scan
Take a clear photo of every page, including the back and any apostille, and send it from your phone or laptop.
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2Step 02
Get A Fixed Quote In One Hour
We reply with the price, the delivery time and what our certified document translation services include. Tell us how names appear on your passport.
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3Step 03
We Translate And Double-Check
A professional translator handles the translation for documents like yours. Then a second linguist checks every name, number and date against the original.
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4Step 04
Receive Your Certified Translation
Your translated documents arrive as a signed, stamped PDF, usually within 24 hours. Need paper copies? We post them anywhere in the UK.
Why us
Translation Standards Behind Every UK Order
One mistake in a translation can delay a visa or a court case. These are the standards that come with every order, whether it is a single certificate or a long legal file.
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Prepared To Official UK Requirements
Each translation is prepared to meet Home Office, HMPO, court and university requirements. The receiving office always makes the final decision.
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Quote In One Hour
Send your file and get a fixed price fast. When your date is close, ask for the same-day option, confirmed before you pay.
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Real Human Translators
Every job is done by a qualified professional translator, never a free app. A second linguist then checks all names and numbers.
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Private And Secure
Passports and bank papers are kept private and shared only with the team handling your order: your translator, a checking linguist and your coordinator. Files are securely deleted after a short period, and we sign your NDA on request.
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More Than 200 Languages
From French and Spanish to Urdu, Arabic and Tigrinya. Certified from £24.99 per page for most languages; a few rare pairs cost a little more.
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Fixed, Fair Prices
The full price is shown before you pay, with no hidden extras. If we made an error, we correct it free within 14 days of delivery.
From £24.99 per page
Across the UK
Online Certified Translation For Every Postcode And City
Wherever you live, you order online and get the same signed and stamped certificate. Our Birmingham office posts paper copies to every city, and our translators know what local courts and registrars expect.
- London Translations for London courts, embassies, councils and universities. Send a photo in the morning; a same-day option is available. Translators in London
- Birmingham Home of our office at 33 Willmore Road, B20 3JH. Local customers can order online or call us for help with any document or language. Translators in Birmingham
- Manchester Legal, sworn and university translations for Greater Manchester. Professional translators handle your papers online, so there is no travel or waiting room. Translators in Manchester
- Wolverhampton Marriage certificates, technical papers and DVLA documents for the Black Country. Order fully online and get your translated documents by email or post. Translators in Wolverhampton
- Leeds Student, NHS and visa papers for Leeds and West Yorkshire. Get a certified PDF by email, with signed hard copies posted to your door. Translators in Leeds
- Glasgow Certified translation in the UK includes Scotland. We translate for Scottish courts, registrars and universities across Glasgow. Translators in Glasgow
Order From Anywhere In The UK
Get a signed PDF by email, plus a hard copy by post if your office asks for one. Certified translation UK prices start at £24.99 per page, shown before you pay.
Customer reviews
Certified Translation Reviews From Our Customers
Most customers write about one thing: whether the office accepted their papers. Read what they said about our sworn and certified translations for immigration, legal, university and property use, in their own words.
FAQs
Translation Questions Answered Before You Order
Real worries people share with us at the moment of ordering. If your question is not here, send it over and one of our translators will reply quickly, usually within the hour.
Can I Print Your Certified PDF For HM Passport Office, Or Do I Need A Posted Hard Copy?
Will You Sign Our Firm's NDA Before We Send Client Files?
Do I Need Notarisation For The Home Office Or HM Passport Office?
HMPO Says The Translator Must Belong To A Trade Body Or A Recognised Company. Does Yours Qualify?
Can A Solicitor Get A Written Quote For A Legal Aid Request?
Do You Translate Out Of English As Well As Into English?
Can You Post My Translation To An Address Outside The UK?
Can I Send My Papers By WhatsApp Or As A HEIC Phone Photo?
Get Your Free Quote From UK Certified Translators
Send your document now and we reply with a fixed price within one hour. Most short documents are ready within 24 hours, and a same-day option covers urgent dates, confirmed before you pay.
