Quick Answer

How Long Does a Certified Translation Take in Switzerland?: A certified translation in Switzerland typically takes between 24 and 48 hours, depending on the length of the document, the language combination, and the urgency of the request. Express and same-day services may also be available for urgent cases.

Typical Certified Translation Turnaround Times

How Long Does a Certified Translation Take in Switzerland?: The delivery time for a certified translation depends on several factors:

  • Short documents such as certificates are often completed within 24 hours
  • Longer or more complex documents may take several working days
  • Urgent requests can sometimes be completed the same day

Professional translation agencies aim to provide fast turnaround while maintaining accuracy and quality.

What Affects the Translation Time?

Document Length

Longer documents naturally require more time to translate and review.

Language Combination

Some language pairs require specialist translators, which can affect availability and turnaround time.

Complexity of the Document

Legal, medical, or technical documents may require additional review for accuracy.

Certification Requirements

Certified translations include verification and certification steps that standard translations may not require.

Can I Get an Urgent Certified Translation?

Yes. Many translation agencies in Switzerland offer express services for urgent requests.

ABC Translation can provide urgent and same-day certified translations depending on the document type and language combination.

How to Get Your Translation Quickly

To speed up the process:

  1. Email your document to info@abc-office.ch
  2. Specify your required deadline
  3. Receive your quote in under 30 minutes
  4. Confirm your order and receive your certified translation quickly

Providing clear, high-quality scans can also help reduce delays.

Tips to Avoid Delays

To ensure faster processing:

  • Send all pages of the document
  • Use clear and readable scans
  • Mention any urgency in advance
  • Confirm whether notarisation or legalisation is required

Planning ahead helps avoid last-minute issues.

Does Faster Service Cost More?

Urgent and same-day services may involve additional costs depending on:

  • Document size
  • Language pair
  • Deadline requirements

Each request is assessed individually.

FAQ

Can I get a certified translation the same day?
Yes, same-day services may be available for certain documents and language combinations.

What is the fastest way to request a translation?
Emailing your document directly is usually the fastest option.

Do certified translations take longer than normal translations?
Yes, because certification and verification steps are included.

Get Your Certified Translation Quickly in Switzerland

ABC Translation provides fast and reliable certified translations across Switzerland, including urgent and express services.

Email info@abc-office.ch for a quote in under 30 minutes.