A sworn translation or certified translation is a complete and correct translation of official documents that has been prepared by a sworn translator.

A certified translation is verified by a stamp and a signature and is therefore valid with public offices, authorities, courts or other official institutions.

Certified translations are often necessary for stays abroad, whether for studying, working or living abroad for a longer period of time.

Certified translations are characterized by official confirmation in the form of a stamp and a signature. They comprise the complete and correct translation of an official document and are only produced by sworn translators who are authorized by a court to provide certifications.

The terms ‘official’ and ‘certified’ translations are often used synonymously. A translation is considered ‘official’ if it is an official document, the correctness of which has been verified as a certified translation or with an affidavit from the translator. Certified translations usually require a stamp and signature in order to be considered valid.

There is no such thing as a ‘notarised translation’, per se – but a translation can indeed be certified by a notary. Although the term ‘notarised’ is commonly used in this situation, ‘certified translation’ is a more accurate descriptor, because notaries are generally not authorised to translate documents into or out of foreign languages.

A certified translation is produced exclusively by sworn translators. These translators are certified and authorized by a court to translate and certify official documents. Good to know: The terms "vereidigt", "beeidigt" and "ermächtigt" all mean the same thing and describe translators with this official authorization. In Germany, sworn translators are registered in official lists of the judicial authorities - you can easily order a certified translation from us and we will automatically connect you with the right translator for your document.