A certified translation is a fully checked, professional, quality translation, in relation to which the translator declares that he or she is fluent in both the source and the target language(s), and certifies under penalty of perjury that the translation is complete and accurate to the best of the translator’s knowledge and ability. It is suitable for official purposes and for submission to governmental bodies and other authorities.

BTS can provide a certified translation of any document, although certified translations are primarily issued for submission to US authorities and professional licensing bodies and institutions. For example, the INS requires certified translations of foreign language documents for the purposes of obtaining a visa or for immigration purposes; certified translations are also required to obtain citizenship or for the accreditation of academic qualifications.

Our certified translations are accepted by all major government and educational agencies and departments, including:

Immigration and Naturalization Service
Department of Internal Affairs
Police
Justice Department and the Courts
Universities and other educational     organizations
Embassies and consulates
Boards

Some of these institutions, especially certain Boards, require sworn or notarized translations. A notarized translation is a translation that is signed and dated by the translator in the presence of a notary public. For example, many boards require notarized translations of academic records and credentials. Please note that their instructions can be quite detailed; some institutions require each page to be signed, dated and notarized, and others require an overall notarization. Please make sure you fully inform us of the specific instructions you have received when requesting a notarized translation. Interested?