Certified Translation Services in London & UK

TS24, based in London, is a UK-accredited provider of certified translation services in over 200 languages. Our specialist project managers and professional translators with sector-specific expertise deliver fast & accurate document translations for official applications, ensuring every translation meets the certification requirements of the receiving authority.

Whether you need a birth certificate translated for a UKVI visa application, a witness statement for court proceedings, documents for a solicitor or paperwork for an employer, our team has extensive experience delivering translations that comply with the standards expected by UK & overseas authorities and organisations.

With a network of 8,000+ CIOL and ITI-qualified translators, we provide translations for individual, business, and government clients. Every translation is prepared and reviewed in line with official UK & international requirements, with a signed certification statement included in the price, and no additional cost. With over 1,000 reviews across independent platforms, including Trustpilot and Google Reviews, TS24 is one of the UK's highest-rated translation providers.

 

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Speak to Our Certified Translation Specialists

Navigating document translation can be challenging, as certification requirements vary between authorities. Our team prepares certified translations for the Home Office, UKVI, HM Courts, universities, embassies, and other official organisations daily. To avoid delays and rejections, we offer free consultations with our specialists. To discuss your certification needs, call 0208 677 3775 or email info@translationservices24.com. You can also use our live chat for immediate assistance online.

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Trusted & Accredited Document Translation Services

Since our launch in 2011, we have maintained strict quality standards and legal compliance across all projects. Through our ISO-aligned quality assurance and data protection procedures, your documents remain confidential, secure, and protected under GDPR, signed non-disclosure agreements (NDAs), and Cyber & Data Protection measures. Our translations include a signed Certificate of Translation Accuracy and/or Statement of Truth. If any amendments are required, we will make them free of charge.

Urgent & Same-Day Certified Translations

Our document translations include urgent, same-day (6h - 12h) and standard (24h - 48h) options. Our dedicated customer support team and a secure, bespoke online client portal allow you to track your project in real time, 24/7, making ordering and receiving your translation fast, easy, and reliable - even if you need it urgently.

 

What is a certified translation?

A certified translation is a formally verified translation of documents, accompanied by a signed Certificate of Translation Accuracy and/or Statement of Truth, attesting that it is a true and accurate representation of the original text. Such translations must be conducted by an accredited agency or a qualified translator.

When do you need a certified translation?

In the UK, certified translations are required when submitting documents for official, professional and administrative purposes, such as immigration applications, legal proceedings, or academic admissions. Authorities including the UK Home Office and UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) typically require a signed statement confirming that the translation is accurate and complete.

Why do certified translations get rejected?

Based on our experience handling thousands of certified translations for official and legal use in the UK & internationally, the most common reasons translations are rejected by the Home Office, courts, UKVI and other official institutions are: missing translator or agency contact details, a missing Statement of Truth or Certificate of Translation Accuracy, an incomplete certification statement, and use of non-accredited translators.

Our Acceptance Guarantee

At TS24, every certified translation is carefully checked against these requirements and failure points, before it reaches you. If a receiving authority such as the Home Office, UKVI, a court, or a university does not accept your translation due to an error on our part, we will revise it free of charge or refund you in full. No small print, no extra cost, no hassle.

What's included in a certified translation

Every certified translation must include the following elements:

• Signed Certificate of Translation Accuracy and/or Statement of Truth
• A complete and accurate translation of the original document
• Translator or agency representative’s name and signature
• Source and target languages referenced
• Date of certification
• Contact details

Certified Translation Examples

 

Which Certified Translation Type Do You Need?

Every day, we prepare certified translations for visa applications, court proceedings, university admissions and other official submissions. Based on this experience, we understand that different authorities and countries have different certification requirements. Whether you need a certified, sworn, notarised or apostille translation, TS24 will prepare your translation according to the requirements of the receiving authority. Our specialists can advise you on the most suitable certification option to help ensure your translation meets the requirements for official use in the UK and internationally. TS24 provides all of the below certification types:

Certified Translations

A certified translation is the UK's standard format, and unlike sworn, notarised or apostille translations, needs no extra 'legal' authentication - just a signed Certificate of Translation Accuracy and/or Statement of Truth. If your appointment is in person, a hard copy with an original signature and stamp is recommended; for online submissions, a certified digital PDF is generally sufficient.

Sworn Translations

Sworn translations are required in civil law countries such as Spain, France, Poland and Germany, where officially authorised sworn translators - known locally as a 'traductor jurado', 'traducteur assermenté', 'tłumacz przysięgły' or 'vereidigter Übersetzer' - certify translations for official use. The UK has no equivalent system, so if your destination country requires a sworn translation, we arrange it through our network of registered sworn translators in the relevant country.

Notarised Translation

A notarised translation is a certified translation whose translator's identity or signature has been verified by a Notary Public, rather than the accuracy of the translation itself, which remains the translator's responsibility. It's typically requested by overseas authorities who want an extra layer of legal verification beyond a standard certified translation.

Apostille Translation (Legalised)

Issued by the FCDO Legalisation Office, an Apostille authenticates the signature, stamp or seal of the official who certified the document - not its content - so a translation usually needs notarising first before it can be apostilled for use abroad.

Translation Statement of Truth - Example

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Reviewed by Lucia Petrulli
Certified Translation Expert & Senior Project Manager