Translate UK Birth Certificate – Certified for International Use

We manage the entire process of preparing your UK birth certificate for use abroad, from translation to the FCDO apostille. Each birth certificate translation is specifically tailored to meet the unique requirements of your destination.

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Get your UK birth certificate translated and certified correctly

Foreign authorities have strict requirements regarding the authority of the translator and the specific wording used. As such, a standard translation is rarely sufficient for use abroad.

Our document translation and legalisation services take the specific requirements of your destination into account, ensuring your birth certificate is translated correctly the first time.

Several foreign institutions, including embassies, courts, and universities, accept our sworn translations.

When you need to translate a birth certificate

You’ll likely need to translate your UK birth certificate if you intend to use it abroad in a country where English isn’t an official language.

In that case, foreign authorities may require you to submit a translated birth certificate when:

Getting married
Registering a birth
Applying for a visa
Applying for dual citizenship
Enrolling in an educational institution

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Translations prepared for apostille and embassy submission

Document legalisation by way of an apostille certificate and embassy attestation is an essential step to preparing your birth certificate for use abroad.

Depending on the requirements of your requesting authority, there are two sequencing options:

Standard process: Your UK birth certificate is apostilled and then translated.
Translation-first process: We also encounter requests for a translated version to be apostilled separately. In that case, the sworn translation must be certified first by an FCDO-registered solicitor or notary public before the FCDO can apostille it.

We’ll leverage our network of vetted London notaries and solicitors to prepare the document for an apostille and the subsequent embassy attestation.

What’s included in our certified translation service?

Our translation service covers all the requirements for a birth certificate translation to be valid abroad.

Here’s what you get:

A complete and accurate translation of the document
Where required, a translation certificate
All mandatory elements, including a certification statement, stamp, signatures, and the translator’s credentials

Order your birth certificate translation in 3 steps

We have streamlined the order process to remove complexity. Here’s how to order your birth certificate translation from us:

Contact our office: Tell us the destination country, the translation language, how soon you need the process concluded, and how the birth certificate will be delivered.
Get a quote and pay: Once we have the details, we’ll assess your needs and give you an all-inclusive quote. If you accept the quotation, the translation process begins.
Receive the document: You can collect your translated/apostilled birth certificate from our London office in person. Alternatively, we can send it to you by Royal Mail or DHL.

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What our clients say

We’ve helped numerous people prepare documents for use abroad with incredible success. You don’t have to take our word for it, though. Here’s what some of our past clients have to say:

      
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   athanassios ferentinos 
 11 September 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.  Impeccable service at every stage of the legalization process.
  
 
 
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   SP 
 10 September 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.  Excellent apostille service! The team responded promptly and provided great support throughout the process. Everything was handled professionally and efficiently. I highly recommend their services. Thank you!
  
 
 
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   SALEH Jed 
 7 September 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.  I had a fantastic experience, Thomas was extremely professional
  
 
 
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   Daljeet Singh Bhuller 
 28 August 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.  The company provides excellent customer service and always goes the extra mile to assist customers. Their team is friendly, professional, and genuinely cares about individual needs. I was impressed by their personal approach, as they took the time to understand my requirements and offer suitable solutions. Communication was clear, prompt, and efficient throughout the entire process. Their dedication to customer satisfaction makes them stand out from other companies. I would highly recommend them to anyone looking for reliable, trustworthy, and customer-focused service."
  
 
 
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   Ervin Putri 
 28 August 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.  I highly recommend this apostille service! They have been incredibly helpful and professional throughout the entire process. I live miles away from them — I’m in Korea while they are based in the UK — but the communication has been excellent and very effective. I needed an apostille for my graduate degree, and everything was handled smoothly and efficiently. What I especially appreciated was how they kept me updated at every step of the process, so I always knew what was happening and where things stood. Fantastic service, great communication, and very trustworthy. I’m extremely happy with the experience and would definitely recommend them!
  
 
 
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   Oliver Camerino 
 26 August 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.  Exceptional service. I needed urgent UK apostille and notarization services while based in Spain, and they handled the entire cross-border process seamlessly. Everything was completed and delivered back to me within days. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend them.
  
 
 
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   Jackie Mitchell 
 26 August 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.  Fabulous service and attention to detail. Fast service from enquiry stage to delivery. Cannot praise them enough. Also very reasonable costings.
  
 
 
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   mick pepper 
 24 August 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.  Service was first class from booking in our request for paperwork to be aposilled.  Easy to get to the premises and deliver the paperwork.  The document was ready within 3 days and we came up to collect from the office.  Met by a polite and helpful member of staff who brought out our documentation. Very impressed with the service and cost. Would thoroughly recommend.
  
 
 
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   Alex 
 22 August 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.  Very happy with the service, fast and efficient. Will definitely use again if I ever need similar services.
  
 
 
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   Christiana Fagade 
 22 August 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.  Wonderful team, really considerate and understanding. Loads of thanks and gratitude to Kara and Georgina for their patience, professionalism, support and overall help. 100% would recommend, especially if you have a deadline to meet.
  
 
 
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   Jorge Rojas 
 21 August 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.  Recibí atención amable, diligente y efectiva en el trámite de e-apostillar mi título de grado universitario y el transcript de mis notas.
  
 
 
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   Rosie Upcraft Partouche 
 21 August 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.  Excellent service. Very Quick and very nice people. Higley recommended.
  
 
 
 
 
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Transparent birth certificate translation costs

We believe in transparent pricing and will provide an itemised quote so you know exactly what you’re paying for. Here’s a breakdown of our pricing levels.

Translation service pricing:

Standard certified translation: Starts from £40 per page
Sworn translation: from + £10 per page
Professional certified translation: Starts from £40.50 per page.
Professional sworn translation: from + £12.50 per page
Specialist translator: £51 per page
Specialist sworn translator: from + £15.30 per page

Note: One page equals a maximum of 250 words.

Additional optional costs are as follows:

Priority (24 hours) + £15
Urgent (12 hours) + £30
Notarised Translation from + £20
Apostille / Legalisation from + £97

The costs of returning documents are as follows:

PDF sent by email – FREE
Return shipping: + £15
Worldwide (DHL) + £50

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Pre-translation checks to ensure acceptance

Using our services increases the chances that foreign authorities accept your birth certificate. We conduct pre-translation checks to help you identify and correct issues that may lead to rejection.

We check for the following:

If it is a short form or long form birth certificate, because some authorities only accept long form versions.
The date of issuance, as some foreign authorities only accept documents issued within the last 3 or 6 months. (Please check with the requesting authority!)

Frequently asked questions (FAQs)

Below are answers to some commonly asked questions about birth certificate translation.

Can I translate my own birth certificate for an apostille?

You’ll need a translation from an independent professional. This is because the translation must be certified by a solicitor or notary before the FCDO can apostille it. Most legal professionals will not certify a document you’ve translated yourself.

What is the difference between a certified and a sworn translation?

A sworn translation is one completed by a qualified translator who has taken an oath before a public official. The translator swears to the accuracy of their work.

In the case of a certified translation, the translator appears before a solicitor and signs a declaration of accuracy. The solicitor then certifies the translator’s identity and signature.

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Ready to get your birth certificate translated for use abroad?

Whether your birth certificate translation is for immigration, citizenship, marriage registration, banking, or academic purposes, we can help you meet the unique requirements of your destination.