Translation with Apostille
Translation with Apostille – Certified Translation and Apostille Services Online
When an official document needs to be used internationally, translation alone may not be sufficient (translation with apostille).
Depending on the country of origin, destination country and receiving authority, the document may require an apostille, a certified or sworn translation, or both.
Our Translation with Apostille service provides a convenient solution by coordinating all the necessary steps through a single provider.
ABC Translation can review your documents, determine the appropriate procedure, arrange the apostille where applicable, prepare the required certified translation and organise secure delivery to your destination.
This reduces the risk of incorrect certification, missing authentication or translations being completed at the wrong stage of the process.
What Is a Translation with Apostille?
A Translation with Apostille combines two separate services:
Apostille
An apostille authenticates the origin of a public document for international use under the Hague Apostille Convention.
It generally certifies:
- The authenticity of the signature
- The capacity of the person signing the document
- The authenticity of the seal or stamp
- The public authority behind the document
Certified Translation
A certified translation converts the content of the original document into the language required by the receiving authority.
Depending on the jurisdiction, this may involve:
- Certified translation
- Sworn translation
- Official translation
- Notarised translation
- Translator’s declaration
- Certification of the translator’s signature
The exact requirements vary considerably between countries and authorities.
Should the Document Be Apostilled Before or After Translation?
This is one of the most important questions when ordering a Translation with Apostille.
There is no universal answer.
In many cases, the correct sequence is:
Original Document → Apostille → Certified Translation of Document and Apostille
This allows the translator to translate both the original document and the apostille certificate.
However, some authorities may require:
Original Document → Certified Translation → Notarisation → Apostille
In this situation, the apostille authenticates the signature of the notary or other competent official associated with the translated document.
The correct sequence depends on:
- Country where the document was issued
- Country where the document will be used
- Type of document
- Language of the document
- Requirements of the receiving authority
- Type of translation certification required
ABC Translation verifies the procedure before processing your documents.
Which Documents Can Be Translated and Apostilled?
Our Translation with Apostille service can be used for a wide range of personal, academic, legal and commercial documents.
Civil Status Documents
- Birth certificates
- Marriage certificates
- Death certificates
- Divorce certificates
- Civil status extracts
- Certificates of single status
- Adoption documents
Academic Documents
- University diplomas
- Degree certificates
- Academic transcripts
- School certificates
- Professional qualifications
- Training certificates
- Academic records
Legal Documents
- Powers of Attorney
- Court judgments
- Affidavits
- Notarial deeds
- Legal declarations
- Probate documents
- Inheritance documents
Immigration Documents
- Criminal record certificates
- Residence documents
- Immigration certificates
- Citizenship documents
- Naturalisation documents
- Supporting visa documents
Business Documents
- Certificates of incorporation
- Commercial registry extracts
- Articles of Association
- Board resolutions
- Company certificates
- Commercial agreements
- Corporate Powers of Attorney
Translation with Apostille for Birth Certificates
Birth certificates are among the most frequently translated and apostilled documents.
They may be required for:
- Immigration
- Citizenship
- Marriage abroad
- Family reunification
- Visa applications
- University applications
- Inheritance procedures
Depending on the receiving authority, the birth certificate may need to be apostilled first and then translated together with the apostille.
Translation with Apostille for Marriage Certificates
Marriage certificates frequently require apostille and translation when they are used internationally.
Common purposes include:
- Registration of a foreign marriage
- Spouse visa applications
- Family reunification
- Citizenship applications
- Name changes
- Divorce proceedings
- Immigration procedures
Our specialists verify the required procedure according to the issuing country and destination country.
Translation with Apostille for Diplomas
Academic documents often require both authentication and translation when used abroad.
We can assist with:
- University diplomas
- Bachelor’s degrees
- Master’s degrees
- Doctoral degrees
- Academic transcripts
- Professional certificates
- School diplomas
These documents may be required for international university admissions, professional recognition, employment or immigration.
Translation with Apostille for Criminal Record Certificates
Criminal record certificates are commonly required for:
- Immigration
- Employment abroad
- Residence permits
- Citizenship applications
- Professional licensing
- Visa procedures
Many authorities require the criminal record certificate to be recently issued, apostilled and translated into the official language of the destination country.
Translation with Apostille for Powers of Attorney
A Power of Attorney with Apostille and certified translation may be required when authorising another person to act on your behalf abroad.
Common uses include:
- Property transactions
- Company formation
- Banking
- Court proceedings
- Inheritance matters
- Document retrieval
- Administrative representation
Depending on the jurisdiction, the Power of Attorney may first require notarisation before it can receive an apostille.
Translation with Apostille for Business Documents
International companies frequently need translated and apostilled corporate documents.
Examples include:
- Commercial registry extracts
- Certificates of incorporation
- Articles of Association
- Company statutes
- Board resolutions
- Certificates of good standing
- Corporate Powers of Attorney
- Commercial contracts
These documents may be required when opening a foreign subsidiary, participating in a tender, opening a bank account or completing an international transaction.
How Does Our Translation with Apostille Service Work?
Step 1 – Send Your Document
Send us a clear digital copy of your document for preliminary review.
Step 2 – Requirement Verification
Our specialists determine:
- Whether an apostille is required
- Whether the original is necessary
- Which authority is competent
- Which type of translation is required
- Whether notarisation is necessary
- Whether translation should occur before or after apostille
Step 3 – Apostille & Authentication
Where applicable, the document is submitted to the competent authority for authentication and apostille.
Step 4 – Certified Translation
Our professional translator translates the required documents, including the apostille when necessary.
Step 5 – Certification
Depending on the destination, the translation may be:
- Certified
- Sworn
- Notarised
- Officially authenticated
Step 6 – Quality Control
Names, dates, stamps, seals, signatures and document references are carefully checked.
Step 7 – Worldwide Delivery
Completed documents can be securely delivered to your address or another designated recipient.
Certified Translation of an Apostille
The apostille certificate itself may also need to be translated.
This is particularly important when the apostille is issued in a language that is not accepted by the receiving authority.
Our translators can translate:
- Apostille headings
- Authority information
- Signatory details
- Official seals
- Stamps
- Reference numbers
- Certification text
The translated package can therefore include both the original document and its apostille.
Hague Apostille Convention
The Hague Apostille Convention simplifies the international use of public documents between participating countries.
Instead of requiring a lengthy chain of diplomatic legalization, an eligible public document can generally receive a single apostille from the competent authority in the country of origin.
However, an apostille does not automatically eliminate translation requirements.
The receiving authority may still require the document and apostille to be translated into its official language.
Apostille vs Certified Translation
An apostille and a certified translation serve different purposes.
Apostille
Confirms the authenticity of the public document’s signature, seal or stamp.
Certified Translation
Provides an official translation of the document’s content into another language.
For many international procedures, both are required.
Apostille vs Legalization
Not every country uses the apostille system.
If the destination country does not apply the Hague Apostille Convention to documents from the issuing country, a traditional legalization procedure may be required instead.
This may involve:
- Notarisation
- Government authentication
- Ministry certification
- Embassy legalization
- Consular legalization
ABC Translation can review the destination requirements and determine whether your document requires an apostille or another form of legalization.
Why Choose Our Translation with Apostille Service?
One Provider for the Complete Process
Instead of coordinating several different providers, we can manage the complete procedure.
Professional Verification
We determine the appropriate authentication and translation sequence before starting.
Certified Translators
Professional translators handle legal, administrative, academic and commercial documents.
Multiple Languages
Translation services are available in more than 100 languages.
Apostille Coordination
We coordinate apostille procedures according to the country and document type.
Reduced Risk of Rejection
Our specialists check document requirements before submission.
Secure Handling
Sensitive personal and corporate documents are handled confidentially.
Worldwide Service
Clients can start their request internationally and arrange delivery to more than 100 countries.
Languages Available
Our Translation with Apostille service is available in numerous language combinations, including:
- English
- French
- German
- Italian
- Spanish
- Portuguese
- Dutch
- Arabic
- Ukrainian
- Russian
- Polish
- Romanian
- Turkish
- Greek
- Chinese
- Japanese
- Korean
And many more.
Translation with Apostille for International Use
Our services can assist clients requiring documents for:
Immigration
- Visa applications
- Residence permits
- Family reunification
- Citizenship
Education
- University admissions
- Degree recognition
- International studies
- Academic equivalency
Employment
- International recruitment
- Professional licensing
- Work permits
- Qualification recognition
Family Matters
- Marriage abroad
- Divorce
- Adoption
- Birth registration
- Inheritance
Business
- Company incorporation
- International contracts
- Banking
- Foreign subsidiaries
- International tenders
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Translation with Apostille?
It is a service combining the international authentication of a document through an apostille with its certified or sworn translation into the required language.
Do I need to translate the apostille too?
Often, yes. If the receiving authority does not accept the language used on the apostille, both the original document and apostille may need to be translated.
Should I translate my document before getting the apostille?
Not necessarily. In many cases, the original document is apostilled first and the complete document, including the apostille, is then translated. Other procedures require the translation to be certified or notarised first. The correct sequence depends on the countries and authorities involved.
Can you translate and apostille a birth certificate?
Yes. Birth certificates are among the most common documents requiring both apostille and certified translation.
Can you translate and apostille a marriage certificate?
Yes. Marriage certificates frequently require apostille and translation for immigration, registration of marriage, citizenship and family reunification procedures.
Can a diploma be translated and apostilled?
Yes. Diplomas, degrees, transcripts and other academic documents can often be apostilled and translated for international use.
Can a Power of Attorney receive an apostille?
Yes, provided it meets the applicable requirements. A Power of Attorney may first need to be signed before a notary or another authorised official.
Is a notarised translation the same as an apostilled translation?
No. Notarisation and apostille are different procedures. A notarised translation may subsequently receive an apostille in certain jurisdictions if the relevant official signature is eligible for authentication.
Is an apostille valid worldwide?
No. Apostilles are designed for use between countries where the Hague Apostille Convention applies. Other destinations may require diplomatic or consular legalization.
How long is an apostille valid?
An apostille itself generally does not have a fixed expiry date. However, the underlying document may need to have been issued recently depending on the receiving authority.
Can the complete process be handled online?
Much of the process can often be coordinated remotely. However, certain apostille procedures require original documents to be physically submitted to the competent authority.
Conclusion
A professional Translation with Apostille service simplifies the process of preparing official documents for international use.
Instead of separately organising document authentication, apostille, translation, certification and international delivery, ABC Translation can coordinate the entire process through a single point of contact.
Whether you need a birth certificate, marriage certificate, diploma, criminal record certificate, Power of Attorney, court document or corporate document translated and apostilled, our specialists determine the appropriate procedure according to the document’s country of origin and intended destination.
With professional document verification, certified translation, apostille coordination and worldwide delivery, we help prepare your documents for submission to authorities abroad.
