Sworn Translation Services
Professional sworn translation services for official, legal, civil-status, academic and business documents. Upload your files online, tell us where the translation will be submitted and receive a clear quote before you order.
What is a sworn translation?
A sworn translation is a formal translation prepared under a legal system in which the translator has a defined official or sworn status. The exact rules differ between jurisdictions, so a sworn translation available in one country may not be identical to the formal translation route used in another country.
Legally defined translator status
In jurisdictions that use sworn translators, the translator works under rules defined by the relevant legal or administrative system.
Formal document translation
Sworn translations are commonly used for civil-status, legal, academic, immigration and other official documents.
Institution-specific requirements
The receiving authority determines whether sworn translation is required and which format it accepts.
Documents commonly translated by sworn translators
Sworn translation is frequently requested for documents that must be submitted to public authorities, courts, universities, notaries, immigration offices and other institutions.
Birth certificates
Civil-status records used for immigration, citizenship, education and administrative procedures.
Marriage certificates
Marriage and civil-status records used for family, immigration and registry procedures.
Academic documents
Diplomas, transcripts and certificates used for study, credential evaluation and professional recognition.
Legal documents
Court records, powers of attorney, judgments, declarations and other legal documents.
Immigration documents
Civil, academic, employment and supporting records submitted in immigration and citizenship procedures.
Company documents
Company extracts, registration records, corporate resolutions and selected business documents.
Financial documents
Financial statements, bank documents and other records when a formal translation is required by an institution.
Medical certificates
Medical certificates and health-related documents submitted in formal or administrative procedures.
These formal translation routes are not the same
The terminology depends on the jurisdiction. A receiving institution may ask specifically for a sworn translator, a certified translation, a notarized translation or another formal route.
Sworn translation
Translation prepared under a system where the translator has a legally defined sworn or official status.
Certified translation
Translation accompanied by the certification appropriate to the receiving procedure.
Notarized translation
Translation involving a separate notarial act, often connected with a signature or declaration.
Sworn translation for Polish authorities and documents
Poland uses a legally regulated sworn-translator system. Documents submitted to Polish courts, civil registries, notaries and other public authorities may require translation prepared by a Polish sworn translator.
The same applies in the opposite direction when a Polish document must be used abroad, although the destination authority determines what form of translation it will accept.
How to order sworn translation services online
You can start remotely by sending a clear copy of the document. The final format depends on the relevant sworn-translator system and the requirements of the receiving authority.
Upload the document
Send a scan, photo, PDF or editable file.
Provide the destination
Tell us the country, institution and any formal requirements.
Receive the quote
We confirm the price, expected turnaround, translation route and delivery options.
Receive the translation
The completed translation is delivered in the agreed digital or paper format.
Digital or paper sworn translation?
Some sworn translators can issue electronic translations with a qualified electronic signature under the rules applicable to their jurisdiction. Other procedures still require paper documents.
The receiving institution decides whether an electronic version is acceptable for the specific procedure.
Sworn translation requirements vary between countries
There is no single worldwide sworn-translation system. Some countries regulate sworn translators directly, while others rely on certified translations, notarization or different institutional requirements.
This is why the destination country and receiving institution should always be identified before the formal translation is prepared.
Find the relevant sworn translator language route
Language-specific sworn-translator pages are useful when the requirement depends on a particular source or target language. The broader translator directory is kept separate from this service page.
Sworn translation, apostille and notarization are separate steps
A sworn translation does not automatically require an apostille or notarization. These procedures serve different purposes and may apply to different parts of the document process.
What affects sworn translation cost?
The price depends on the language pair, document type, volume, readability, sworn-translator availability, formal requirements, delivery method and deadline.
Upload the complete document so the quote reflects the actual translation scope and required format.
Related certified, official and document translation services
Use the dedicated service below when the institution requires a different formal route or when the project concerns a specific document category.
Sworn Translation Services — Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to common questions about sworn translators, certified translation, electronic delivery and official document use.
What is a sworn translation?
A sworn translation is a formal translation prepared under a legal system in which the translator has a defined sworn or official status. The exact rules depend on the jurisdiction.
When do I need a sworn translation?
A sworn translation may be required when a court, public office, notary, university, immigration authority or other institution specifically asks for one.
Is sworn translation the same as certified translation?
Not necessarily. The terms describe different formal systems in different countries. The receiving institution determines which format it accepts.
Can I order sworn translation online?
Yes. The process can usually begin online by uploading the document and providing the destination country, receiving institution, language pair and formal requirements.
Can sworn translation be delivered electronically?
In some jurisdictions and procedures, an electronically signed sworn translation may be available. Acceptance depends on the receiving institution and applicable legal rules.
Do I need to send the original document?
A clear copy is often sufficient for quotation. Whether the translator must see or refer to the original depends on the formal rules and receiving procedure.
What documents can be translated by a sworn translator?
Common examples include civil-status records, academic documents, court files, powers of attorney, immigration documents, corporate records and other official documents.
Do sworn translations require an apostille?
Not automatically. Sworn translation and apostille are separate requirements. The need for an apostille depends on the document, countries involved and receiving procedure.
How much does sworn translation cost?
Cost depends on the language pair, document type, volume, translator availability, formal requirements, delivery method and deadline.
How do I request a sworn translation quote?
Upload the document through the online quote form and include the source language, target language, destination country, receiving institution, deadline and any written formal requirements.
Upload your document and get a sworn translation quote
Send your document and tell us where it will be submitted. We will review the language pair, sworn-translation requirements, delivery format and deadline before preparing a clear quote.