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Notarised Translation Services UK for Official Documents
Need a translation notarised for a solicitor, overseas authority, university or legal submission? Send us your document and the recipient’s instructions. We’ll check what notarial involvement is actually required, then confirm the appropriate service, quotation and expected turnaround.
Not sure whether you need notarisation or just a certified translation? Include any wording from the recipient so you don’t pay for an unnecessary extra step.
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What notarisation changes
What is a notarised translation, and when do you need one?
A notarised translation (also spelled notarized translation) involves a notary public performing a specified formal act in connection with a translation or its certification, often witnessing or authenticating a declaration or signature. The notary’s involvement does not automatically mean the notary has personally verified the translation’s language accuracy. A standard certified translation is a separate service: GOV.UK explains its accuracy-statement requirements.
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Translate and certify the documentThe relevant language pair, full document and certification statement are agreed.
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Check the notarial actConfirm whether the recipient wants a witnessed signature, declaration, certified copy or another formal process.
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Match the receiving authority’s instructionsNotarisation is arranged where requested, not simply because the document is important or official.
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Separate from apostilleApostille or legalisation may be another stage if the destination or receiving authority requires it.
Choose the correct route
Certified vs notarised vs sworn translation: what’s the difference?
The terms are often used together, but they describe different processes. Use the route the receiving organisation has actually requested.
Notarised Translation
For documents where a notary public must witness, authenticate or certify a specific declaration, signature or copy as requested by the recipient.
Request a quoteSworn Translation
Relevant where the destination country or authority specifically requires a sworn translation route.
View sworn translationApostille / Legalisation
A separate process that can authenticate a public official’s signature or seal for use overseas. It does not itself certify that a translation is linguistically accurate.
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Documents commonly reviewed for notarised translation
Whether notarisation is actually needed depends on the recipient’s instructions. These are common document types that may be reviewed for a notarised route.
Birth CertificateCivil-status documents for formal use.
Marriage CertificateMarriage and relationship-status documents.
ContractsLegal and commercial agreements.
Bank StatementsFinancial evidence and account records.
Power of AttorneyAuthority documents for legal or cross-border use.
AffidavitStatements and evidential documents.
Degree CertificateQualifications for academic or professional use.
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Order a notarised translation online
How to order a notarised translation in the UK
Upload the document
Send every relevant page, including stamps, signatures and certification pages where applicable.
Explain the destination
Tell us the source and target languages, recipient, destination country and any deadline.
Share the notarial instructions
Include the exact wording on whether a notarial certificate, original, wet-ink copy or apostille is required.
Confirm price and delivery
We’ll establish the available notarial route, quotation, format and expected turnaround before work begins.
The exact notarisation procedure, attendance and original-document requirements can differ. We confirm these details when the recipient’s instructions are available.
Intended use
When is a notarised document translation required?
Courts & Legal Matters
Where a solicitor, court, tribunal or overseas legal recipient specifically requests notarisation.
View court translation →Immigration & Authorities
Where a receiving authority expressly asks for a notarised rather than standard certified translation.
View Home Office translation →Universities & International Bodies
Where a university, professional body or overseas organisation specifies a notarised translation route.
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What clients have said
“My visa application was approved without any issues thanks to their notarised translation. The process was fast, clear, and the quality was excellent. Highly recommended!”
“We use their services regularly for court documents. The translations are always accurate and the certification is accepted by HMCTS without question. Professional team.”
“They translated my degree and transcripts for my master's application. The formatting matched my originals perfectly and the university accepted them straight away.”
“Needed contracts and company documents translated for an international deal. Turnaround was quick and the legal terminology was spot-on. Will use again.”
“Professional and thorough. They translated my medical registration documents and the GMC accepted them without any issues. Great service at a fair price.”
“Excellent service for translating property documents from overseas. The notarisation was exactly what the UK Land Registry required. Very pleased.”
Frequently asked questions
Notarised translation FAQs
The notarial process varies by receiving organisation and destination country. Send the original instructions with your document, especially if they mention a notary’s signature, a sworn translation or an apostille.
What is a notarised translation?
It is a translation that goes through a separate notarial step in addition to the translation and certification process. The exact notarial act should be matched to what the receiving organisation requires.
Is notarised translation the same as certified translation?
No. A certified translation can be sufficient for many purposes without notarisation. Notarisation is an additional step and should be used where the recipient specifically asks for it.
Is notarisation the same as an apostille?
No. They are separate processes. An apostille or other legalisation route may be required after or alongside a notarial step depending on the document, destination and recipient.
Do I need to provide the original document?
Not in every case. Whether an original, certified copy or scan is needed depends on the document, the notarial process and the recipient’s requirements. Send any instructions you have before the order is confirmed.
Can a certificate, bank statement or contract be notarised after translation?
These document types can be considered for a notarised translation route where the recipient requires it. The correct process should be confirmed before the translation is finalised.
Will notarisation guarantee that my document is accepted?
No. Notarisation is a formal step, not a guarantee of an application or submission outcome. The receiving organisation decides whether the overall document package meets its requirements.
Does the notary certify the accuracy of the translation?
Not automatically. A notary may witness or authenticate a translator’s signature or declaration, but this does not necessarily mean they have independently checked the language accuracy. The exact act depends on the notary and the recipient’s instructions.
How much does notarised translation cost?
The quote depends on the document length and language pair, as well as the notarial act, number of copies, delivery format and any separate legalisation requirements. Upload the file and instructions for a confirmed quotation.
Can I request notarised translation online?
You can send documents and instructions online for review. Whether the completed process requires originals, physical attendance or posted hard copies depends on the type of notarial act and receiving organisation.
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Ready to request a notarised translation?
Upload every relevant page and include the instructions from the organisation receiving the document. We’ll review the file and confirm the appropriate translation, notarial route, quotation and expected delivery before work begins.