Immigration & visa applications
Birth certificates, marriage certificates, police certificates, identity documents and supporting evidence may require certified English translations.
Certified document translation
Certified Translation Services for Official Documents
Professional certified translations for immigration, legal, academic and other formal submissions, with clear certification and prices starting from £30 per page.
From £30
Certified translation per page
2–3 working days
Standard delivery
50+ languages
Major language coverage
Online ordering
Upload clear scans or photos
Suitable for
Official submissions
Certification
Accuracy declaration included
Delivery
Digital & physical options
Urgent work
Express options available
What certified translation means
A translation prepared for formal use.
A certified translation combines a complete translation of your document with a formal statement confirming the accuracy and completeness of the translated copy.
Direct answer
What is a certified translation?
It is a professionally translated document accompanied by certification identifying the translation as an accurate and complete representation of the source document. The exact requirements can depend on the organisation receiving it.
Certification details
What the finished translation can include
The certification provides the information needed to identify and verify the translated document.
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A complete translation of the source document
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A statement confirming translation accuracy
03
The date of translation
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Translator or translation-company details
05
Signature or authorised certification where required
06
Clear formatting that reflects the original document
When certification is needed
Documents often become more important when they cross languages.
Certification is commonly requested when a translated document will be reviewed by an immigration authority, court, university, employer, professional organisation or another formal recipient. Always check the receiving organisation's exact requirements.
Legal proceedings
Court documents, affidavits, divorce records, wills, statements and legal correspondence may need translation before they can be reviewed formally.
Education & qualifications
Diplomas, certificates, academic transcripts and supporting records are commonly translated for university, qualification and professional-recognition purposes.
Business & personal matters
Financial records, company documents and civil paperwork can also require certification when used with organisations in another language.
UK immigration documents
Preparing a translation for a UKVI application
Where supporting documents are not in English or Welsh, Home Office guidance commonly requires a full translation that can be independently verified.
Key details to have on the translation
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Confirmation that the translation is accurate.
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The date on which the translation was completed.
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The full name and signature of the translator or an authorised official of the translation company.
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Contact information for the translator or translation company so the document can be independently verified.
How it works
From your original document to the certified copy.
The process keeps submission simple while giving the translator the information needed to handle names, dates, terminology and document formatting carefully.
Upload your document
Send a clear scan or photograph and include every relevant page, stamp, seal and handwritten note.
Translator assignment
Your document is assigned according to the relevant language pair and document requirements.
Translation
The document is translated with attention to names, dates, specialist terminology and the meaning of the source.
Review & certification
Important details are checked and the appropriate certification statement is added before delivery.
Delivery
Receive the completed certified translation digitally, with physical delivery options available when required.
Pricing & delivery
Clear pricing for certified translation.
Choose the turnaround and delivery options that suit your document. Additional certification services are available where required.
Certified translation from
£30
per page
The final cost can depend on the document, language pair, complexity, turnaround and any optional certification or delivery services selected.
Standard turnaround
2–3 working days
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Final quote
What can affect the final cost?
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Document length
Length and overall complexity of the source document.
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Language pair
The source and target languages required.
03
Turnaround
Standard or priority completion requirements.
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Add-ons
Physical delivery or additional certification services.
Documents we translate
Certified translation across personal and professional paperwork.
From a single civil certificate to supporting records for a larger application, the service covers a broad range of document types and major language pairs.
Birth certificates
Marriage certificates
Divorce certificates
Academic transcripts
Qualification certificates
Passports & ID documents
Bank statements
Financial evidence
Police certificates
Proof of address
Medical letters
Supporting statements
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Frequently asked questions
Before you send your documents.
Check the receiving organisation's requirements whenever you are unsure whether you need certification, notarisation or another form of legalisation.
01 What is a certified translation?
A certified translation is a complete translation accompanied by a certification statement confirming that the translated document accurately represents the original. The precise information required can depend on the authority receiving it.
02 Do I need a certified translation for UKVI?
If a document submitted for a relevant UK immigration application is not in English or Welsh, a full translation that can be independently verified is generally required.
03 How long does a certified translation take?
Docsbase lists 2–3 working days for its standard certified translation service. Express options are available for tighter deadlines, subject to the document and availability.
04 How much does certified translation cost?
Certified translation is listed from £30 per page. The final amount can depend on the document, language pair, complexity, deadline and optional services.
05 Can I upload a scan or photograph?
Yes. Upload a clear scan or photograph showing the complete document, including any relevant stamps, seals or handwritten information.
06 Can names match the spelling in my passport?
If a particular English spelling needs to match your passport or another existing document, provide that spelling when you submit your files.
07 Is notarisation the same as certified translation?
No. Certification and notarisation are separate requirements. Check whether the organisation receiving your translation specifically requires notarisation.
08 Can I receive a physical certified copy?
Yes. Digital delivery is available, with physical delivery and additional certified copies available as optional extras.
Ready to get started?
Send your document and choose the certification you need.
Upload a clear scan or photograph online to begin your certified document translation.