Institutional requirements
A notarised translation is often required by government authorities, courts, educational institutions, employers or foreign institutions.
- Government authorities
- Foreign universities
- Employers
- Legal proceedings
Notarised translation
Notarised translation
A notarised translation is needed when an authority requires an officially certified translation.
Before ordering, clarify whether an agency-certified translation is sufficient or a notarised translation is required.
1When a notarised translation is requiredWe take the destination country and the receiving authority's requirements into account when they are provided by the client.
2Difference from agency-certified translationWe determine the service list and sequence: translation, notarisation, Apostille or legalisation.
Agency-certified translationSome institutions accept an agency-certified translation, so notarisation is not always required.Translation with apostille for documents abroadIf the receiving authority requires an Apostille in connection with a notarised translation, clarify which document or notarial certification it should relate to.Document translation with certificationSend us the document and specify the translation language, so we can prepare a price, deadline and explain whether certification is needed.Translation prices and processing timesThe price depends on the language, volume, type of certification and processing time.
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Notarised translation
Agency certification or notarisation
Agency-certified translation does not always replace notarial certification. If a notary is mentioned in the requirements, a notarised translation must be chosen.
- We take the provided requirements into account
- We recommend an appropriate type of certification
- We prepare the translation
- We arrange the certification
Document examples
Documents and situations we work with
We help prepare personal, educational, legal and company documents for translation, certification and submission in Latvia or abroad.
Notarised translation
We include notarisation only when it is required for the selected preparation option.
Some institutions require a notarised translation, while in other cases an agency certification is enough. So the client doesn't overpay, we first check the exact wording of the institution's requirement and the document's form.
Requirement wording
Before ordering, the client should confirm whether the institution requires a notarised translation; the instructions can be sent to us together with the document.
Original or copy
For notarial certification, the form in which the document was submitted for translation can matter.
Apostille for the notarisation of a translation
If an Apostille is required for the notarisation of a translation, this is clarified before preparation begins. If the client has instructions from the receiving authority, they can be sent together with the document.
Notarial certification
We use notarisation only when it is required
In some situations an agency certification is enough, but in others the institution requires a notarised translation. It's better to check the difference before starting the work.
Requirement wording
If you have the institution's instructions, they let us precisely understand the certification needed.
Original or copy
For notarial actions, the form of the document available can matter.
Apostille in connection with the notarisation of a translation
In some cases, additional certification may be required in addition to a notarised translation.
Notarised translation process
How we prepare a notarised translation
Before starting, confirm with the receiving authority whether the translation requires notarisation, whether a copy is acceptable and whether an Apostille is required. You can send us any instructions received.
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Requirement check
Before ordering, the client should confirm whether the institution requires a notarised translation; the instructions can be sent to us together with the document.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Is a notarised translation the same as an apostille?
No. A notarised translation and an apostille are different types of certification that are sometimes needed together.
Is a copy of the document enough?
This depends on the institution's requirements. In some cases the original is needed.
How long does a notarised translation take?
The deadline depends on the language, volume, notarial certification and urgency.
When is a notarised translation needed?
A notarised translation is needed when the institution requires an officially certified translation rather than a simple text translation. We check the required certification before processing the order.
Can I send the document online?
Yes. A photo or PDF is enough for the first review, although the original may be needed before final preparation.
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Attach a photo or PDF and we will provide the price, processing time and service list for your document.