Certified translations for official documents
UK Document Translation Services
Order certified document translations online for immigration, legal, academic, medical, business and personal use. Upload a clear copy, choose the service you need and receive a professionally formatted translation.
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2–3 working days
Standard delivery option
12–24 hours
Express delivery option
Online document upload
A straightforward ordering process
Certified document translation
Official translations without unnecessary complexity
UK Document Translation provides document translation services for individuals, legal professionals and businesses. Each project is assigned to a linguist familiar with the relevant language pair and document type.
Names, dates, terminology, stamps and formatting are checked before delivery so that the translated document clearly reflects the original.
Document types
Documents we can help translate
From a single personal certificate to a specialist legal, medical or business file, the service is structured around the document’s purpose and intended recipient.
Browse document typesImmigration and visa documents
- Police checks and criminal-record certificates
- Visa supporting evidence
- Identity and civil-status documents
- Application documentation
Academic documents
- Diplomas and degree certificates
- Academic transcripts
- Letters and recommendations
- Training and qualification certificates
Legal and business documents
- Contracts and affidavits
- Court orders and witness statements
- Corporate filings
- Bank statements and financial correspondence
Medical and healthcare documents
- Medical reports
- Test results
- Discharge summaries
- Insurance and health documentation
Multiple languages
Search the available languages and identify the language pair required for your document.
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Three steps to your certified translation
Submit your documents online, confirm the service required and receive a checked, professionally formatted translation.
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Upload your document
Send a clear scan or photograph of every relevant page. Include stamps, handwritten notes and double-sided content.
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Translator assignment
Your document is assigned to a qualified translator with experience in official document translation for the required language pair.
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Translation and quality check
The translation is checked for terminology, names, dates, locations and formatting before the completed files are delivered.
Accuracy and professionalism
Quality controls built into the process
The service is designed to keep the document, terminology and delivery requirements clear from upload through to completion.
Accuracy you can rely on
Terminology, names, stamps and formatting are checked against the source document.
Fast turnaround options
Standard and expedited delivery options are available for different submission deadlines.
Clear communication
The ordering route sets out what to provide, which service to choose and what happens next.
Professional formatting
The translated document follows the layout and structure of the original rather than appearing as unformatted text.
Confidential handling
Personal, legal, commercial and medical documents are treated as sensitive throughout the translation process.
Prepared for official use
Certified translations are formatted for submission to government bodies, immigration services, courts, universities and other institutions.
Common uses
Document translation for different sectors
The terminology, formatting and certification required can vary according to the document and the organisation receiving it.
Application and identity documents
Passports, birth and marriage certificates, police checks and supporting evidence for immigration submissions.
Documents for legal use
Contracts, affidavits, court orders, witness statements and solicitor correspondence requiring careful terminology.
Qualifications and admissions
Diplomas, transcripts, letters and certificates for universities, employers and credential assessments.
Health and insurance records
Medical reports, test results, discharge summaries and insurance documents translated with attention to specialist terminology.
Delivery and add-ons
Choose the service that fits your deadline
Standard and express options are available, with printed copies and notarial certification offered as additional services.
Standard Certification
Certified translation for official document submissions when your deadline allows for standard processing.
- Certified translation included
- 2–3 working day delivery
- Professionally formatted document
Express Certification
Fast-tracked translation for urgent applications and tighter document submission deadlines.
- Priority translation
- 12–24 hour delivery
- Certified PDF included
Additional Services
Add delivery or certification services where the receiving organisation requires them.
- Regular post — £8.99
- Extra certified copy — £5.00
- Notarial certification — quoted separately
Before placing an order
Check the certification your document needs
Ask the receiving organisation whether a certified translation, notarisation or another form of authentication is required. Provide your language pair, complete document and intended use before ordering.
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Questions about UK document translation
Confirm the exact requirements with the authority, employer, university, court or organisation receiving your documents.
What is included with a certified document translation?
The service includes translation of the document, professional formatting and a certification statement confirming the accuracy and completeness of the translation.
How do I know whether I need certification or notarisation?
Check the instructions issued by the organisation receiving your document. Certification and notarisation are different services, and the required option depends on the document, destination and intended use.
How long does UK document translation take?
The standard option is listed as 2–3 working days. The express certification option is listed as 12–24 hours. Availability can depend on the document, language pair and project requirements.
What should I upload for an accurate assessment?
Upload a clear scan or photograph showing every relevant page. Include stamps, seals, handwritten notes and content on the reverse side. Avoid cropped, blurred or partially obscured images.
Can I order translations for more than one document?
Yes. Upload all documents that belong to the same request and provide clear instructions about the languages, intended use, deadline and destination country.
Are printed copies available?
The listed optional services include regular post for £8.99 and an extra certified copy for £5.00. Notarial certification is quoted separately, subject to availability.
How do I start my translation order?
Open the online order page, upload your document, select the service required and provide your submission and delivery details.
Start your order
Ready to translate your document?
Upload your files, select the certification and delivery option you need, and provide the details required for your document submission.