A certified translation is a professional translation prepared with the appropriate certification for formal or official use. The exact requirements depend on the organisation receiving the document.

In South Africa, a sworn translation may be prepared and certified by a sworn translator registered with a High Court of South Africa. Whether a sworn translation is required depends on the receiving authority and the purpose of submission.

“Certified translation” is a broad term used for translations prepared for formal use. A sworn translation is a specific form of official translation prepared by a sworn translator. Different authorities use different terminology and may require different forms of certification.

We translate birth, marriage and death certificates, divorce decrees, police clearances, academic records, immigration documents, legal documents, financial records, business documents and many other types of official material.

Yes. Afrikaans-to-English translation is available for documents including divorce decrees, certificates, police records, military records, academic documents and other official South African documents.

Yes. We assist with civil certificates, police clearances, qualifications and other supporting documents used for visa, residence, citizenship, employment and immigration applications.

That depends on the receiving authority. Tell us the destination country, receiving institution and purpose of submission so that the requirements can be assessed based on the information available.

No translation format should automatically be assumed to be accepted by every authority. Requirements differ between institutions and countries. The receiving authority should confirm the form of translation and certification it requires.

No. Translation, authentication, apostille, notarisation and legalisation are separate processes. If an apostille or further authentication is required, tell us the destination country and receiving authority before proceeding.

Depending on the destination country and receiving authority, further authentication of a sworn translation may be required before an apostille or another legalisation process. Requirements should be confirmed for the specific submission.

Clear scanned or photographed copies are usually sufficient for quotation and initial assessment. If an original is required for a specific certification or authentication process, this can be confirmed before proceeding.

Yes. Bank statements, financial statements, payslips and supporting financial records can be translated where required for immigration, legal, business or administrative purposes.

Yes. We translate degrees, diplomas, matric certificates, professional qualifications, transcripts and other academic records.

Turnaround depends on the language combination, document length, complexity, certification requirements and translator availability. The expected completion date is confirmed with your quotation.

Yes. Client documents and project information are handled confidentially throughout the quotation, translation and delivery process.

Yes. Where an original certified or sworn translation is required, collection or courier delivery within South Africa can be arranged.