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Translation services UK

UK translation services for documents and specialist projects.

Choose the service that matches what you need to translate. We handle individual official documents and specialist translation projects, with attention to the intended use, language direction and any certification requirements.

Personal & official documentsLegal & immigrationMedical & business
Choosing your service

Which translation service is right for your documents?

A single certificate may mainly require accuracy, complete source details and the correct certification. A legal, clinical or technical project can involve specialist terminology, several files, different audiences and layout requirements.

Tell us what the translation is for and whether the recipient has issued instructions. That is more useful than choosing a service based only on the document's title.

For specific official records

Use document translation to find certificate, identity, academic and financial document pages.

For certified translations

See our certified translation service for accuracy statements and recipient instructions.

For larger or specialist work

Choose the relevant professional service and send your project requirements.

Illustration of a translation team reviewing multilingual legal and professional documents

Illustrative image. The required workflow depends on the document type and receiving organisation.

The right route for your files

Order directly or discuss a complex project.

If you have a straightforward personal or official document, send it through the order page. For multiple documents, specialist language, unusual certification or formatting instructions, include a brief outlining the complete project.

Single document

Birth, marriage, academic and other official records.

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UK immigration

Visa, settlement and citizenship supporting evidence.

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Certification & legalisation

Different requirements for certified, notarised and apostilled documents.

Notarised service →
Language options

Tell us the source and target languages so the project can be assessed.

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Simple next steps

How to order your translation online.

Upload your document, specify the language pair and intended recipient, and include any certification or specialist requirements.

STEP 01

Send your material

Upload a legible source copy or share the files for a larger project.

STEP 02

Explain the requirements

Specify the language pair, intended recipient, deadline and any certification or layout instructions.

STEP 03

Confirm the correct service

The files can be assessed for the appropriate translation and delivery arrangements.

Translation services FAQs

Questions about choosing a translation service.

Start with the purpose of the translation, rather than assuming all official documents have the same requirements.

What translation services are available?

We handle certified official document translation and projects involving immigration, legal, healthcare, pharmaceutical, financial and other specialist subject matter. Use the service cards above to see the relevant options.

What's the difference between the Services page and the Documents page?

This page helps you choose a service category based on the purpose and subject matter of the translation. The Documents page is organised around individual records such as birth certificates, passports, degree certificates and bank statements.

Is every translation suitable for a Home Office or UKVI application?

No. Home Office and UKVI applications can have specific requirements for complete translation and certification. Select the immigration translation service and follow the current instructions for your application. Final acceptance is decided by the authority.

Do I need a certified or notarised translation?

Certification and notarisation are different requirements. Many official uses require a certified translation, while notarisation and apostille authentication are additional procedures requested only in certain circumstances. Check with the recipient before ordering.

Can you work with legal, medical and financial terminology?

These are specialist service categories where terminology and the intended use matter. Share the full source material, language direction, audience and any formatting instructions so the request can be assessed appropriately.

What information is needed for a translation order?

Provide the complete source file, source and target languages, intended recipient, any relevant certification instructions and the required deadline. For larger projects, include the number and types of files.

Can I order directly online?

Yes. Use the direct order page for straightforward documents. For unusual certification, extensive terminology or multi-file projects, use the contact page to describe the requirements.

Ready to begin?

Send your documents or project brief.

Order a straightforward translation online, or contact us with the files, language pair and intended use for larger or more complex requirements.