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Translation Services UK for Personal, Official & Business Documents

Professional translation for certificates, records, legal paperwork, academic documents, medical information and business files, with certification available when your document requires it.

Personal documents Official documents Business documents Certification available
50+ languages Coverage for major language pairs and document needs.
Online ordering Upload clear scans or photographs of your documents.
Standard & express Choose a turnaround suited to your deadline.
Professional formatting Translated documents are prepared clearly and carefully.
One service, many document needs

Find the right translation service without the unnecessary complexity.

DocsBase provides translation services for individuals, professionals and organisations that need written documents translated clearly from one language into another.

A birth certificate, court document, medical report and financial statement may all require translation, but the terminology, formatting, certification and intended use can be very different.

This page helps you identify the right translation route first, while dedicated document pages provide more specific information about individual document types.

01 Personal & civil documentation
02 Legal & court documents
03 Academic certificates & records
04 Medical & healthcare documentation
05 Business & financial files
Explore translation services

Start with the type of document you have.

Browse the main service groups below, or use the full document directory when you already know exactly what needs translating.

01

Immigration & identity

Passports, birth certificates, marriage certificates, police checks, permits and supporting identity records.

02

Legal & court

Contracts, affidavits, court orders, witness statements, legal correspondence and related documentation.

03

Education & academic

Diplomas, educational certificates, transcripts, qualification records and academic supporting documents.

04

Medical & healthcare

Medical reports, test results, discharge summaries and other health documentation involving specialist terminology.

05

Business & financial

Business contracts, financial statements, corporate records, commercial files and supporting professional documentation.

06

Personal & civil records

Birth, marriage and death records together with other personal documentation used when dealing with organisations in another language.

How it works

From your original document to the finished translation.

The process keeps submission straightforward while giving the translator the information needed to work accurately.

01

Upload your document

Send a clear scan or photograph and include all relevant pages, stamps, handwritten notes and double-sided content.

02

Translator assignment

Your document is assigned according to the relevant language pair and the requirements of the material you have submitted.

03

Translation & quality check

Names, dates, terminology, formatting and other important document details are reviewed before delivery.

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Accuracy & professionalism

Important details stay important in translation.

Translation involves more than replacing individual words. Names, dates, terminology, context and document structure all need careful attention.

The translation process is shaped around the document itself, helping preserve the information, structure and level of detail that matter when the finished version is used.

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Names, dates & terminology

Important documentary information is reviewed carefully throughout the translation process.

02

Professional formatting

The translated content is structured clearly rather than delivered as an unformatted block of text.

03

Sensitive documentation

Personal, legal, financial and medical files can contain information that requires careful handling.

04

Service matched to the document

Certification and delivery options can be selected according to the way your translated document will be used.

Different documents, different purposes

Translation support for the situation behind the paperwork.

The right approach depends on what the document is, which languages are involved and what you need to do with the translated copy.

Immigration & visas

Identity documents and supporting records used in immigration-related applications.

Legal matters

Contracts, court documents and correspondence where precise terminology and detail are especially important.

Education

Certificates, qualifications, transcripts and academic records used for admissions or professional purposes.

Healthcare

Medical reports, test results and related records containing specialist terminology.

Business

Corporate, financial and commercial documents used across international organisations and transactions.

Personal matters

Civil certificates and personal records needed when dealing with organisations in another language.

Delivery & certification

Choose the service level that fits your document.

Certified document translation pricing starts from £30, with standard and express delivery options available. Check what the receiving organisation requires before selecting additional services.

Certified translation

From £30

Professional document translation with certification when required.

Standard certification

2–3 working days

Suitable when more time is available before your submission deadline.

Express certification

12–24 hours

Priority handling for more urgent document requirements.

Regular post

£8.99

Postal delivery when a physical copy is required.

Extra certified copy

£5.00

Add an additional certified physical copy to the order.

Notarial certification

£50.00

An additional option when notarisation has specifically been requested.

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Not every document needs the same certification route. Confirm the exact requirements of the organisation receiving your translation before ordering additional certification.

Language coverage

Documents cross borders. Their meaning needs to travel with them.

DocsBase works across major language pairs for personal, professional and official document translation.

50+ languages currently available

Browse the language directory to check coverage for your source or target language.

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Frequently asked questions

Before you send your documents.

Practical answers about document types, certification, turnaround, pricing and choosing the right translation service.

07 common questions
01 What types of documents can DocsBase translate?

DocsBase works with personal, civil, legal, academic, medical, financial and business documentation, including certificates, records, contracts, reports and supporting paperwork.

02 Do you provide certified translations?

Yes. Certified document translation is available when certification is required for formal use. Other certification options are also available where applicable.

03 How do I submit a document for translation?

Upload a clear scan or photograph through the online ordering process. Include all relevant pages, visible stamps, notes and double-sided content.

04 How long does document translation take?

Standard certification currently lists a 2–3 working day delivery time. Express certification lists a 12–24 hour delivery option.

05 How much does translation cost?

Certified document translation services are currently listed from £30. The final service required can depend on the document, language pair, deadline and any additional certification or delivery options.

06 Which languages are available?

DocsBase currently lists more than 50 languages. Browse the language directory to check the relevant source or target language.

07 What if I do not know which service I need?

Start with the document directory to identify the type of document you have. For formal submissions, also check what the organisation receiving the translation specifically requires.

Ready to translate your document?

Send your document and choose the service you need.

Upload your file online, select the relevant translation and certification options, and begin your order.