What documents you need to translate to get a visa
For those who wish to visit another country, it is almost always a question of obtaining a visa. To do this, a translation of official documents into a foreign language will be requested at the visa center. Usually, to apply for a visa, they ask for a translation of the following personal documents:
- Marriage/birth certificate;
- Bank account statement;
- A letter of recommendation from a school or university;
- Passport;
- Certificate of no criminal record;
- Certificates of real estate ownership;
- Vehicle Registration Certificate;
- A letter of sponsorship from parents;
- Other papers proving the purpose of your trip as well as the availability of sufficient funds.
Do I need to certify a translation for a visa
Recently, visa centers did not require translations to be certified by a notary, however, in the last few years, the rules for accepting documents have become much stricter. It is recommended to check all current requirements with the embassy, as they may differ for your country of travel.
The translation of documents may be notarized or stamped and signed by the translator.
Certification by the translator's signature and seal
With this option, the original or copy of the original document is ribboned with the translation and the following contact information is included on the back of the document:
- Surname, name of the translator, their signature;
- Date and place of certification;
- An inscription that the translation corresponds to the original;
- Company seal.
Notarization
A more complex procedure that involves an official person - a notary. This includes:
- Translation into a foreign language by a certified professional;
- Confirmation of the translator's signature by a valid notary public;
- Official registration in the notarial registry.
Where to make a translation for a visa
Translation of documents when going through such an important process as obtaining a visa should be entrusted to a professional company, such as BetterLetter. This will help to eliminate any errors and minimize risks when applying to the visa center. Our agency guarantees:
- Preparation of papers within the agreed deadlines;
- Proper execution with all seals, signatures;
- Free certification with the translator's signature and the stamp of the company;
- Official confirmation by a notary public.
Cost and terms
The price and the time it will take to fulfill an order depend on the type of document, foreign language, urgency of the order, and the need for notarization of the translation. Usually standard documents are ready on the next working day, more complex ones - within 2-3 days. Urgent translation service is also available for cases when the result is required on the same day or even in a few hours.
How to place an order
Send scans or photos of documents to our manager. This can be done via WhatsApp/Telegram messengers or by email. Also, we accept requests in the office of our company. Once the details of the order have been agreed, payment can be made by bank card, wire transfer or cash.
Examples of our work
Example of notarized translation of a passport from Russian into English
