Accuracy statement
Written confirmation that the translated content is a true and accurate translation of the original document.
Certified English translation for UK use
Birth Certificate Translation UK
Send a complete scan or photograph of a foreign-language birth certificate and receive a certified English translation for UKVI, Home Office, passport and other official submissions. Your price and turnaround are confirmed before work begins.
Certified PDF supplied by email
Printed copy available when required
Express and same-day options
Standard service
£40
from, per page
Complete document translation
Readable text, seals, stamps and relevant annotations
are covered.
Certification included
The completed translation includes the certification
information for the confirmed service.
Confirmed price first
Your certificate is reviewed before the final quotation
is confirmed.
Online UK-wide ordering
Send a clear digital copy without travelling to an office.
The service explained
What Is a Certified Birth Certificate Translation?
A certified birth certificate translation is a complete English translation of the readable information shown on the original certificate, accompanied by a formal statement confirming the accuracy of the translation.
It may be needed when a birth certificate issued in another language is used as supporting evidence for a UK visa, immigration, passport, nationality, family or another official application.
Names, dates, places of birth, registration details, annotations, seals, stamps and other readable information should be reproduced carefully. Any unclear handwriting, damaged areas or missing pages should be identified before translation begins.
Common applications
When You May Need Your Birth Certificate Translated
Requirements vary between applications. Check the current document instructions issued by the organisation receiving your certificate and send any specific wording with your file.
01
Visa and Home Office applications
A birth certificate may be used as evidence of identity, age, parentage or a family relationship. Foreign-language evidence may need an accompanying certified English translation.
02
Passport applications
A translated birth record may be requested when a foreign-language certificate is submitted as supporting evidence for a UK passport application.
03
Nationality and family evidence
Birth records can form part of evidence concerning identity, parentage, family relationships or civil status, depending on the application.
04
Other official submissions
Legal, educational, registration and administrative organisations may also ask for an English translation of a foreign-language birth certificate.
Upload guidance
What to Send for Your Birth Certificate Translation
A complete, readable copy makes it easier to confirm the price, translation requirements and available turnaround before work begins.
- A full scan or photograph: show the complete certificate rather than separate cropped sections.
- Every relevant page and side: include continuation pages, reverse-side information, stamps, seals and endorsements where they form part of the document.
- Clear names, dates and numbers: small print, registration numbers and handwriting should remain readable when the image is enlarged.
- The intended use and deadline: tell us which organisation will receive the translation and when you need it.
- Preferred name spellings: where names use another alphabet, share the spelling shown in a passport or other application document if consistency matters.
Certification details
What a UK Certified Translation Should Contain
General GOV.UK guidance says a certified translation should confirm that it is a true and accurate translation of the original, state the translation date and provide the translator's full name and contact details.
Date of translation
The completed translation should clearly identify the date on which the translation or certification was prepared.
Translator identification and contact details
The translator's full name and professional contact information should be included so the translation can be independently verified.
Signature or credentials where required
Some immigration guidance is more specific and can require the translator's signature and, for certain applications, professional credentials. Follow the requirements for your exact route.
Check the instructions for the organisation receiving your document. Visa, settlement, nationality, passport and other official processes can apply different supporting-document rules.
Read the general GOV.UK certification guidance →
Read the Immigration Rules guidance →
Simple online process
How to Order Your Birth Certificate Translation
Send the document first so its language, legibility, length, certification needs and delivery requirements can be checked before the order is confirmed.
Upload the certificate
Send a complete, readable scan or photograph and include the intended use and your deadline.
Receive your quotation
The document is reviewed and the final price, turnaround and delivery option are confirmed before translation begins.
Translation and checking
The readable content is translated, formatted and checked for names, dates, numbers, stamps, annotations and completeness.
Receive the completed translation
Your certified PDF is supplied digitally. A printed version can be arranged when your submission requires a physical copy.
Pricing and turnaround
Choose a Delivery Speed That Fits Your Deadline
These are starting rates per page. Your final price is confirmed after the complete birth certificate and its requirements have been reviewed.
Standard
Two-day service
£40
from
per page
per page
- For applications without an immediate deadline
- Certified translation included
- Digital PDF delivery
- Final total confirmed before work begins
Express
One-day service
£65
from
per page
per page
- For time-sensitive submissions
- Priority translation and certification
- Digital PDF delivery
- Availability confirmed before you proceed
Same Day
Subject to availability
£100
from
per page
per page
- For urgent document deadlines
- Priority document handling
- Digital PDF delivery
- Availability must be confirmed before ordering
Language, document length, handwriting, formatting, image quality,
certification requirements and delivery method can affect the
final amount and completion time. Same-day availability must be
confirmed before ordering.
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Before delivery
Details That Need Careful Checking
Birth certificates contain identity information where even a small inconsistency can create questions when documents are compared. The translation should be checked against the supplied certificate before delivery.
Names and spellings
Names should be checked carefully, including accents, transliterations and differences between alphabets.
Dates and places
Dates of birth, registration dates and locations should remain consistent with the supplied certificate.
Stamps and annotations
Readable seals, handwritten notes and endorsements should be translated or clearly accounted for rather than silently omitted.
Certification information
The accuracy statement, date and identifying details should be present and easy to locate in the completed document.
Customer feedback
What Customers Say About the Translation Service
Really professional service. They checked my scans first, told me what to fix, and then delivered a clean certified PDF pack. Exactly what I needed for a Home Office/UKVI submission.
I needed certified translations for official paperwork and didn't want any mistakes with names and dates. Everything came back accurate, neatly laid out, and clearly certified. It saved me a lot of stress.
Frequently asked questions
Birth Certificate Translation Questions
Check the receiving organisation's current instructions whenever your case involves unusual document, certification or legalisation requirements.
What is a certified birth certificate translation?
It is a full translation of the readable information contained in the birth certificate, accompanied by a declaration confirming the accuracy of the translation and identifying the translator.
When do I need to translate a birth certificate into English?
You may need a translation when a birth certificate that is not in English or Welsh is being submitted for a UK visa, passport, nationality, family or another official application. The exact evidence required depends on the organisation reviewing it.
What should I upload for a quotation?
Upload a clear scan or photograph showing the complete certificate, every relevant page, all document edges and any readable stamps, seals or handwritten annotations. Include the intended use and your deadline.
Do I need to send the original birth certificate?
A clear digital copy is normally sufficient for review, quotation and translation. The organisation receiving your application may separately require you to submit or present the original certificate.
How much does a birth certificate translation cost?
Standard service currently starts at £40 per page, Express at £65 per page and Same Day at £100 per page. The exact total is confirmed after the language, length, legibility, formatting, certification and delivery requirements have been reviewed.
How long does a birth certificate translation take?
Standard service is listed as two days, with one-day Express and Same Day options available. Urgent availability depends on the document, language, readability and time of confirmation.
Can I receive both a PDF and a printed copy?
A certified PDF can be supplied digitally. A printed copy can also be requested when a physical submission is required. Confirm the postal option and expected delivery time when ordering.
Is acceptance by the Home Office guaranteed?
No translation provider controls the decision of the Home Office, HM Passport Office or another receiving authority. The translation can be prepared with the appropriate certification information, but you remain responsible for following the requirements of your particular application.
What if part of my birth certificate is unclear?
Send the clearest copy available and identify any damaged, handwritten or difficult-to-read area. The document can be reviewed before confirming whether a reliable translation can be completed.
Does a translated birth certificate need an apostille?
Not automatically. Translation certification and apostille or legalisation are separate requirements. Whether an apostille is needed depends on the receiving authority and the intended use of the document. If your instructions mention legalisation or an apostille, review the apostille translation service or send the instructions before ordering.
Ready to begin?
Send Your Birth Certificate for Review
Upload the complete document, tell us where it will be submitted and include your deadline. Your price and available delivery option can then be confirmed before work begins.