Are you looking for an official English translation of a German, French, Spanish or other non-English birth certificate?

Our team of friendly, professional translators specialise in highly accurate translations, meeting all the stipulations of official bodies including the UK Home Office and HM Passport Office.

As a member of the UK and EU Association of Translation Companies, LEaF Translations is officially recognised as a provider of birth certificate translation services ensuring that the certified translation you receive ticks all the boxes.

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Why you need an official translation of a birth certificate

Certified translations of birth certificates are one of our most common enquiries here at LEaF. Birth certificates contain personal information and are required for a wide variety of purposes, including getting married, changing your name, applying for a passport, registering a newborn and more. If you or your child were born overseas in a country with an official language other than English, it is highly likely that you will need to get the birth certificate translated into English to meet the requirements of the UK authorities.

As the translation of the birth certificate is an official document, it needs to be what is known as a certified translation: this is where the translation is performed by a qualified translator (e.g. a member of the UK Institute of Translation and Interpreting, ITI) or provided by an officially accredited member of the Association of Translation Companies (ATC), like LEaF Translations, and is accompanied with a certificate in which the translator or translation company attests to its accuracy.

Public bodies such as the UK Home Office and HM Passport Office do not accept birth certificate translations that have not been certified.

What you receive

Our birth certificate translation service is simple and fast. In addition to our famously friendly service, You will receive:

A meticulously translated birth certificate, preserving all original details and formatting. All of our certified translations are translated by professional translators with many years’ experience of translating birth certificates and other official documents, and are proofread by a second professional translator to ensure the highest level of accuracy.
A signed and stamped certification statement from LEaF Translations, confirming the accuracy and completeness of the translation.
A digital PDF version of your certified translation for immediate use and convenience. This digital version complies with the requirements of UK authorities.
The assurance of compliance with the specific requirements of the requesting authority, such as the UK Home Office or HM Passport Office.
For an additional fee: a physical copy of the certified translation, along with a copy of your original document, bound together for official submission.

Translation certification

LEaF offers comprehensive translation certification services tailored to meet various official requirements. For birth certificate translations, as with all of our certified translations, we provide certified translations that include a signed statement of accuracy from our experienced professional translators, along with our official stamp and company letterhead. This certification attests to the completeness and faithfulness of the translation to the original document and is a key requirement for translations for official bodies.

All certified translations are provided in digital format. The PDF document includes the original birth certificate and a stamped translation of the document, along with the certification confirming its suitability for official purposes.

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Languages we cover

German

Translating German birth certificates into English requires precise attention to detail and formatting unique to German-speaking countries. Our expert German to English translators are highly familiar with birth certificates that have been issued in Germany, Austria and Switzerland and are ready to translate these into English to meet your requirements. Furthermore, our founder Lucy Pembayun is a highly experienced and respected German to English translator and personally guarantees the accuracy of our German to English birth certificate translations.

Spanish

Certified translations of birth certificates from Spanish to English are a common request at LEaF Translations and this is no surprise – Spanish is the language with the second highest number of native speakers in the world (behind Chinese). Our Spanish to English translators are adept at handling the linguistic nuances and regional variations across Spanish-speaking nations. Whether your birth certificate originates from Spain, Central or South America, we guarantee an accurate certified translation that meets the specific legal requirements here in the UK.

French

As the UK’s closest neighbour, it comes as no surprise that we regularly handle birth certificate translations from French to English. Our specialist French to English translators are highly familiar with the format of French, Belgian and Canadian birth certificates, ensuring your birth certificate translation is accurate, fully compliant and accepted by relevant authorities.

Italian

Italian birth certificates are another document that we regularly translate here at LEaF. As with all of our translations of birth certificates into English, our certified Italian to English translations capture every detail of your original document, ensuring it is officially recognised, be it for citizenship applications, marriage registrations or other official uses in the UK.

Legal acceptance & compliance

Our certified birth certificate translations are meticulously prepared to ensure full compliance and legal acceptance by key governmental bodies here in the UK. We adhere strictly to the guidelines set by the UK Home Office and HM Passport Office.

According to the Association of Translation Companies, UK Government guidance dictates:

“that the translation is accompanied by a certificate with at least the following information:
• The translation is ‘a true and accurate translation of the original document’.
• The date of the translation.
• The name and contact details of the translator or a representative of the translation company.”

Our certified translations are translated and proofread by two separate professional translators and come with a certificate confirming that the translation meets the stringent requirements.

Birth certificate translations FAQs

How long does a birth certificate translation take?

Typically, a birth certificate translation takes around 3 working days. If paper copies are required, these are posted once the digital version has been issued.

The exact timeframe can vary based on the language pair. Our general advice is to get in touch with us as soon as you know your requirements and we will ensure your deadline is met.

Will the UK Home Office accept my translated birth certificate?

Yes, absolutely. Our birth certificate translations are certified and fully comply with the stringent requirements of the UK Home Office. Our certification includes a signed statement of accuracy, ensuring your translated document is accepted for immigration, visa applications, and other official purposes by these authorities.

Can I order online if I live outside the UK?

Yes, you can easily order our birth certificate translation services online regardless of your location. We serve clients worldwide and can deliver certified digital copies via email. For physical copies, we offer international shipping options to ensure you receive your documents wherever you are.

Is an apostille required after translation?

Birth certificate translations into English for the UK authorities do not require an apostille. However, some countries require that a document is apostilled before it is translated.

As a general rule, most birth certificate translations for immigration or government purposes do not require an apostille in addition to our certified translation service.

What people say about our certified translation services

I can absolutely recommend LEaF Translations. Very professional and efficient service!

K Stolley, private client

I approached LEaF Translations to get some documents translated in dealing with a complex cross border estate. Lucy went above and beyond. Everything was carried out quickly and to a high standard.

M Hutchinson, solicitor

Amazing experience! Professional and friendly. I’m completely pleased with your work. Thank you very much! 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

E. Gata, private client

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