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Document Translation Services in the UK for UK Customers
Need a birth certificate, marriage certificate, academic record, legal document, or business document translated?
Translations.co.uk provides professional and certified document translation services UK in 200+ languages, with options for standard, certified, notarised and legalised translations depending on your requirements.
Whether you are preparing documents for the UK Home Office, a university, court, embassy, employer or another organisation, we help you choose the right translation service and format for your submission.
From £15 per page for professional translation and £25 per page for certified translation.
Need help choosing the right service?
Upload your document and tell us where you need to submit it. Our team can help you decide which translation option is appropriate.
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Why Choose Our Document Translation Services?
Your document may be only a few pages long, but an incorrect name, date, stamp or certification can create unnecessary delays. Our service makes the translation process straightforward, from upload to delivery.
200+ Languages
Translate personal, academic, legal, business, financial and technical documents across more than 200 languages.
Professional & Certified Options
Choose a standard professional translation or a certified translation with the documentation required for your intended use.
Fast Turnaround
Urgent 24-hour service is available for eligible documents. Tell us your deadline at checkout and we’ll confirm the turnaround.
Experienced Linguists
Professional linguists with relevant language and subject-matter expertise handle your documents, including CIOL- and ITI-accredited translators.
Secure & Confidential
We understand that documents can contain sensitive personal, financial or legal information. We use secure ISO 27001 certified processes, and handle your files confidentially.
Clear Pricing
Professional translations start from £15 per page and certified translations from £25 per page (VAT Not Applicable). No hidden charges. Get a clear non-binding quote upfront.
What Type of Document Do You Need to Translate?
From personal document translation to specialist business document translation, we can help with a wide range of document types.
Personal & Civil Documents
Academic Documents
Legal Documents
Financial Documents
Medical Documents
Business & Corporate Documents
Technical Documents
What Makes a Document Translation Acceptable for Official Use?
The simple answer is a certified or official document translation. But not every document requires certification.
If your translation is for personal, business, or internal use, a professional translation may be sufficient.
If you are submitting your document to an organisation that specifically requests a certified translation, you may need a certified version with the appropriate translator or agency certification.
For some documents and destinations, you may also need additional services such as notarisation, legalisation, or an Apostille.
Sample Translation of Documents
CIOL Translation
English → Thai
ITI Translation
Spanish → English
NAATI Certified
Pashto → English
Standard Translation
English → Polish
Professional vs Certified Document Translation
| Professional Translation | Certified Translation | |
| Starting price | From £15/page | From £25/page |
| Human translation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Professional linguist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Basic formatting | ✓ | ✓ |
| Certification | — | ✓ |
| Signed/stamped documentation | — | ✓ |
| Suitable for official submission | Depends on requirements | Where certification is required |
| Urgent service | Available | Available |
Prices are starting rates. Your final quote may vary based on language, document type, page count, complexity, and turnaround time.
What Information Do I Need to Provide for Document Translation?
To get an accurate price and turnaround time, you’ll need to provide a few basic details about your document:
Document
Language pair
Purpose
Translation type
Deadline
Formatting requirements
If you’re unsure which service you need, simply upload your document and tell us where you plan to use it. We can help you choose the appropriate option before you place your order.
How Our Document Translation Process Works
Choose the option that suits your document and requirements. You can get an instant quote and check out online, or request a custom quote if your project needs further assessment.
Upload Your Document & Get Your Price
Upload your document and select your language pair and translation requirements. You can see your instant price and proceed directly to checkout. If your document requires additional assessment, you can request a custom quote instead.
Translation & Quality Review
Once you confirm your order, we assign your document to a suitable professional linguist. They translate and review the content carefully, paying attention to names, dates, terminology and formatting. If you ordered a certified translation, we prepare the required certification as part of the process.
Receive Your Completed Translation
We deliver your completed translation in the agreed format within the confirmed turnaround time, ready for you to use or submit to the relevant organisation.
Document Translation in 200+ Languages
We support document translation across a wide range of language pairs, including:
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Case Studies: How We’ve Helped UK Clients
Students needed certified translations for university and professional applications but were unsure which certification each institution required. We identified the exact requirements and provided the appropriate certification for each application. All three students had their documents accepted the first time, without additional certification requests or document-related delays.
Customers with multiple documents were unsure which certification their receiving authorities would accept. We assessed their requirements, matched each document with the appropriate certification, and managed the process from start to finish. Every document was accepted first time, helping customers avoid unnecessary resubmissions, additional costs and frustrating delays.
Three UK businesses faced different translation and certification requirements while expanding into overseas markets. We identified the requirements, arranged specialist translations and managed the certification process for each project. All documents were accepted first time, allowing the businesses to complete their international expansion without costly rework or missed deadlines.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is document translation?
Document translation is the process of converting a document’s content from one language to another while preserving its meaning, important details, and, where required, its formatting. Depending on how you plan to use the document, you may need a professional, certified, notarised or legalised translation.
How do I translate documents for a UK visa application?
If any of your supporting documents are in a language other than English or Welsh, you will need to provide a certified translation alongside the original or a copy of the document. Upload your document and tell us that it is for a UK visa application so we can advise you on the appropriate translation option and certification requirements.
How quickly can you translate a document?
Turnaround depends on the document, language, and service required. Urgent translation may be available for standard documents such as 1 page certificates. Tell us your deadline when requesting a quote so we can confirm the available turnaround.
Can you translate academic documents?
Yes, we offer academic document translation. We translate degree certificates, diplomas, transcripts, research papers, theses, course descriptions and other academic documents.
What if I don't know which type of translation I need?
That’s fine. Upload your document and tell us where you are submitting it and what you are using it for. Our team can help you understand whether you may need a professional, certified, notarised or legalised translation.
Can you translate PDF or scanned documents?
Yes. We can translate documents supplied as PDFs and scanned files, provided the text is clear enough to read. If the scan is poor quality, handwritten or contains complex formatting, we may need to review the file before confirming the price and turnaround time.
What if my translation is rejected or contains an error?
If your translation contains an error or is rejected, we will revise it free of charge within the original scope. Refunds are handled under our refund policy page.
Can I order a document translation online in the UK?
Yes. You can submit your document online by uploading the file, selecting the source and target languages, and providing details such as your intended use and deadline. We can then assess your requirements and confirm the appropriate service, price and turnaround time.
Can you translate birth and marriage certificates?
Yes. We provide translation services for documents including birth certificates, marriage certificates, divorce certificates, death certificates and other personal documents.
Do you offer notarised or Apostille services?
Additional services such as notarisation and Apostille/legalisation may be available depending on your requirements. The exact process depends on the authority and country where you will use the document.
Reviewed by Ankit Sureka, Service & Process