Translation of documents from French and into French

When do you need documents translated into French

French, one of the most widely spoken languages in the world, is the official language of more than 20 countries and plays an important role in international relations, diplomacy, business, and culture. Translating documents from/into French is required in various situations, such as:

• Immigration and visa support: Birth, marriage certificates, passports, criminal records - necessary papers for obtaining visas, living and working in French-speaking countries.
• Education: School and university diplomas, transcripts, as well as questionnaires, motivation letters and other papers required for studying in France, Belgium, Canada, Switzerland, other countries.
• Employment: Resumes, credentials, employment history - required for work in French-speaking countries.
• Business: Contracts, articles of incorporation, financial statements, presentation materials - necessary for doing business with French-speaking partners.
• Legal matters: Powers of attorney, minutes, resolutions, decrees, rulings, testimonies - necessary to participate in court proceedings, to consult with French lawyers.
• Medical services: medical certificates, prescriptions, treatment results, tests - required to obtain medical care in French-speaking countries.

Nuances of translating into French

The French language has its own peculiarities that are important to keep in mind:

• Regional differences: There are various regional dialects, such as Quebecois in French Canada. This should be taken into account in your work to make the translation sound natural for a particular region.
• Terminological differences: There are terminological variations in different fields. For example, in the medical, legal, and financial fields, there are specific terms.
• Grammatical features: French has a complex grammar, with the use of articles, declensions, conjugations, and a peculiar word order in a sentence.
• Style: Depending on the target audience and the type of document, an appropriate style should be chosen. For example, the translation of a business document should be strict and formal, while the translation of a personal letter may be more informal.

Need to certify the translation

Translations of documents into French often need to be certified in order to be legally valid. This can be done by a notary or a translation company. BetterLetter certifies translations both by a notary and by our seal with the translator's signature.

Do I need apostille?

To use translated documents in other countries, an apostille is required. An apostille is a special stamp that certifies the authenticity of a document and makes it valid in countries that are party to the 1961 Hague Convention. Some French-speaking countries, such as Belgium, often require a double apostille - first on the original document and then on the translation. And for states that are not party to the Convention, consular legalization is required.

Why should I contact BetterLetter?

• Proficiency: Our translators are specialists with experience in translating documents into French, knowledge of terminology and a deep understanding of French culture and linguistic nuances.
• Accuracy and quality: We provide high-quality translations that adhere to the vocabulary, grammar, and style of the original.
• Promptness: We adhere to established deadlines and order fulfillment schedules.
• Prices: We offer reasonable rates for translation of documents into French, as well as transparent and clear terms of cooperation.
• Convenience: We accept orders online, by phone and in the office, and offer a variety of payment and delivery options.
• One stop service: We make notarized copies, translate into any languages, handle apostilling, consular legalization.

How to place an order

1. Call, e-mail, send us a WhatsApp/Telegram message or leave a request on our website.
2. Attach scanned copies of your documents.
3. Agree on price, deadlines.
4. Pay for your order in a way that is convenient for you.
5. Get your translated papers ready within the agreed deadline.