Certified Document Translation Services in the UK
Certified document translation for UK immigration, legal, academic, personal and business use. Upload clear copies online and tell us which organisation will receive the finished translation.
A complete translation accompanied by a formal certification statement.
Certified document translation is used when a UK authority, institution or other receiving organisation needs confirmation that the translated document accurately represents the source.
The exact wording or supporting information required can vary depending on the authority, institution or organisation receiving the document. Check those requirements before adding notarisation, legalisation or another extra service.
A certified translation includes a certification statement. Notarisation is a separate step and should only be added when the recipient specifically requires it.
- 01Complete translation of the relevant source content
- 02Attention to names, dates, reference numbers and document details
- 03Certification statement accompanying the translated document
- 04Digital delivery, with other delivery options where selected
Where certified document translations are commonly requested in the UK.
The reason for certification comes from the receiving organisation, not simply from the type of document.
Visa & residence applications
Civil certificates, passports, police records and supporting evidence may need certified translation for formal submissions.
Universities & qualifications
Academic transcripts, diplomas and certificates may be required in a certified translated form.
Courts & legal matters
Court documents, powers of attorney, statements and formal correspondence can require certified translation.
Professional & employment use
Qualification records, employment documents and supporting paperwork may be requested by employers or professional bodies.
Civil & identity records
Birth, marriage, death and identity documents are common certified-translation requirements.
Corporate & commercial use
Company records, contracts and financial documentation may need certified translation for formal cross-border use.
Give the translator the complete document and the right context.
Every relevant page
Include all pages, reverse sides, stamps, seals and handwritten notes that form part of the source document.
Existing name spellings
If names need to match a passport or another official record, provide the established spelling when you submit the file.
Recipient instructions
Share any translation, certification or delivery requirements supplied by the organisation receiving the document.
Related documents
Send connected paperwork together when names and terminology need to remain consistent across the set.
From the source document to the certified translation.
Upload
Send a clear scan or photograph of the complete document.
Review
The language pair, document type and requirements are checked.
Translate & check
Names, dates, terminology, formatting and other important details are reviewed.
Certify & deliver
The certification statement is prepared with the completed translation and selected delivery format.
The final cost can depend on the document, language pair, complexity, turnaround and any additional service selected.
Choose the service level that fits the document.
For documents where standard turnaround fits the submission deadline.
Faster turnaround may be available depending on the language, document and current availability.
Only add notarisation or another certification step when the receiving organisation specifically asks for it.
Choose a physical delivery option when a paper certified copy is required.
Start with the document you need translated.
These pages cover common certified-document requirements. The full document directory contains additional document types.
Popular certified translation languages: Arabic, German, Spanish, Portuguese and Romanian.
Before you order certified translation.
Check the recipient’s requirements whenever you are unsure which certification or delivery option is needed.
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 source.
Is certified translation the same as notarisation?
No. Certification and notarisation are separate requirements. Add notarisation only when the organisation receiving the document specifically asks for it.
How much does certified translation cost?
Docsbase currently lists certified document translation from £30 per page. The final cost can depend on the document, language pair, complexity, deadline and any optional services.
How long does certified translation take?
The standard service is currently listed at 2–3 working days. Faster options may be available depending on the document and language pair.
Can I upload a scan or photograph?
Yes. Upload a clear scan or photograph showing the full document, including any relevant stamps, seals, handwritten notes and reverse-side content.
Can names match the spelling in my passport?
If a particular English spelling needs to match a passport or another existing official document, provide that spelling when you submit the files.
Can several documents be translated together?
Yes. Sending related documents together can help keep names, dates and terminology consistent across the set.
Upload your documents for certified translation.
Send clear copies online and include the receiving organisation’s requirements if you have them.