Certified Translations for UK visa applications

Translation Services 24 is an ATC-accredited UK translation agency providing certified translations for UK Visa & Immigration (UKVI) applications. Our official translations are accepted and recognised by UK and global authorities for all official applications and professional use. We provide a signed and stamped certificate of authenticity, issued and signed on our letterhead paper, along with a hard copy of the official document and the translation - exactly what UKVI requires.

When translating and certifying your documents for UKVI & Home Office applications, a signed and dated statement of truth from the registered translator must usually be included with the translation. At TS24, this certification is already included in the price, so you can rest assured that the translation meets requirements of the receiving authority.

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UKVI Translation Requirements

UKVI states, that if your original documents are not provided in English or Welsh, they must be officially translated to be accepted for your Visa or Immigration related application Specifically, Immigration Rules paragraph 39B, states that any foreign documents must be provided in the original language with a full translation that UKVI can independently verify. Generally, UKVI translation meets the same standard as any certified translation in the UK, with additional requirements specific to visa applications.

What is Considered a Certified Translation for UKVI?

UKVI specifies that a certified translation for any visa or immigration applications must include a document translation with an signed and dated statement, confirming that it is true and accurate translation of the original document. UKVI must be able to independently verify who translated your documents. In simple terms, your translation must be completed by an accredited provider - an ATC-member translation company or a verified professional translator.

 

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QUALITY ASSURANCE & ACCEPTANCE GUARANTEE

At TS24, all certified translations for UKVI and the Home Office go through a rigorous and structured quality assurance process, carefully aligned with ISO 17100:2015 standard. Your translation is produced by a professional, CIOL or ITI-qualified translator working into their native language, then revised by a second qualified linguist against the source document, and reviewed by a certification specialist against the requirements of the receiving authority before delivery - whether the Home Office, UKVI, a court, insurance provider, or embassy. Our certified translations are always human-translated and human-checked, never machine only, and come with a signed statement of truth from the translator included in the price. If your translation was not accepted by a fault on our part or any changes are needed, we'll amend your translation at no additional cost.

 

Key Aspects of UKVI Translation Services

• Accuracy & Legal Terminology: UKVI applications often require supporting documents to be translated where they are not in English or Welsh. The translation should accurately reflect all relevant information in the original document, including names, dates, reference numbers, official wording, stamps, and annotations, without adding, omitting, or altering information.
• UKVI-Compliant Certification: For applications to UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI), translated documents generally need to be accompanied by a signed statement from the translator confirming that the translation is accurate, complete, and represents the original document. The statement should also include the date of translation, the translator’s name and contact details, and, where applicable, information about the translator's qualifications or relevant credentials.
• Clear Formatting & Document Details: A professional translation should make the contents of the original document clear and easy to compare with the source. Important details such as document headings, identification numbers, stamps, signatures, seals, and handwritten notes should be translated or clearly identified where relevant./li>
• Application-Specific Requirements: Translation requirements can depend on the type of UKVI application and the documents being submitted. Applicants should check the current UKVI guidance for their specific visa or immigration route to ensure translations meet the applicable requirements and are submitted in the correct format.

Translation Statement of Truth For UKVI - Example

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