Sworn/Certified Translations
for working or studying abroad
Is a sworn translation necessary?
Are you planning to go abroad for work or study. You will probably need to submit a legally valid translation of your official documents to the official authorities of the country you're going to. In that case, you will need a sworn translation. A sworn translater can help you with drafting a sworn translation.
What is meant by a legally valid translation?
In the Netherlands only a sworn translator can draft a certified or sworn translation of your official document. This makes it valid for use so you can submit it to official authorities.
What does a sworn or certified translation look like?
- The layout of the source text should copied in the translation as far as possible
- Each page of the source text and the translation is stamped with the translator's stamp;
- Each page of the source text and the translation is initialed with the translator's initials;
- The translation is delivered together with the signed declaration of the translator. The declaration states that the sworn translator has translated the text to the best of her knowledge and belief; the sworn translator is registered in the official Dutch Register for Sworn Translators and Interpreters, and that the translation is complete and accurate.
- A requirement could be that the translation is legalised. Please find more information about this topic here..
How much does a sworn translation cost?
For info about the costs, please download the price list.
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Which documents could require a sworn translation?
- Birth certificate
- Marriage certificate
- Death certificate
- Will
- Driving license
- Certificate of Good Conduct
- Diploma, list of marks
- Purchase Agreement
- Notarial Deed
- Chamber of Commerce extract
- Articles of Association
- Etc.
Arranging a sworn translation, is pretty straightforward. Once you have sent me your document by email or postal services, I will translate the document and make sure the translation meets all the requirements that apply to sworn translations.
Do you need a sworn translation? Please feel free to reach out.
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