International Sworn Translation Services
Official sworn translations completed by government-authorized translators for documents submitted to foreign courts, ministries, universities, consulates, and civil registries. We help determine your destination country's legal requirements and coordinate the correct translation before your documents are submitted abroad.
Not every country accepts certified translations. When a sworn translation is legally required, we help coordinate the correct translator for your destination country's specific requirements.
Documents accepted abroad, the first time
South Beach Apostille Translation & Notary Services coordinates official sworn translations for documents submitted to foreign governments, courts, civil registries, ministries, universities, and consulates. We help determine when a sworn translation is legally required and connect clients with government-authorized translators recognized by the destination country.
Unlike standard certified translations used in the United States, sworn translations are required in many countries where translations must be completed or certified by a translator officially authorized under that country's legal system. Requirements vary by jurisdiction, and our team helps ensure your documents meet the correct country-specific translation requirements before submission.
Not sure what you need? We'll review your document type and destination country to determine whether a certified translation, sworn translation, notarization, apostille, or combination of services is required.
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Which translation do you need?
The right translation depends on where the document will be used. Documents submitted in the United States may only need a certified translation; documents submitted abroad may require a sworn translator approved by a court or government authority.
Certified Translation
Commonly used in the United States for immigration, legal, academic, and government purposes. It usually includes a signed statement confirming the translation is complete and accurate.
- USCIS filings
- U.S. court documents
- School & university admissions
- Business documents
- Immigration documents
- Personal records
Sworn Translation
Completed by a translator officially authorized by the destination country. Often required when a document is submitted to a foreign government office, court, registry, or public authority.
- Birth & marriage certificates
- Divorce judgments
- Powers of attorney
- Court orders
- Academic diplomas & transcripts
- Corporate & residency records
When in doubt, always confirm the requirements with the receiving agency, attorney, consulate, university, or government office - or ask our team and we'll help you determine what's required.
Common situations that call for a sworn translation
A court-accepted translation is often required when documents are submitted to foreign authorities. These are some of the most common scenarios.
- Applying for dual citizenship
- Registering a marriage abroad
- Buying foreign property
- Court proceedings overseas
- Residency permits
- Immigration outside the U.S.
- University enrollment
- Corporate registration
Country-specific sworn translations by region
We coordinate government-authorized translators across dozens of jurisdictions. Requirements vary by country, so we confirm the correct standard for your destination before submission.
Europe
- Spain
- Italy
- France
- Germany
- Portugal
- Croatia
- Belgium
- Austria
- Netherlands
- Switzerland
- Poland
- Romania
- Ukraine
Latin America
- Brazil
- Argentina
- Colombia
- Chile
- Uruguay
- Paraguay
- Peru
- Mexico
Middle East
- Israel
- United Arab Emirates
- Egypt
- Turkey
- Morocco
Asia
- Japan
- South Korea
- China
- Indonesia
Sworn Translation Services by Country & Language
Official translations. Accepted worldwide.
We work with government-authorized and court-sworn translators in countries around the world so your documents are accepted by foreign authorities, courts, ministries, and institutions.
Our translators are sworn in or approved by official institutions in their country.
Translations formatted to meet the requirements of embassies, courts, universities, and government agencies.
We can also assist with apostille certification, notarization, and document authentication.
| Country | Language From | Language To | Service Name |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colombia | English | Spanish | Sworn English Translation (Colombia) |
| Portugal | English | Portuguese | Sworn Portuguese Translation (Portugal) |
| Brazil | English | Portuguese | Sworn Portuguese Translation (Brazil) |
| Argentina | English | Spanish | Sworn Spanish Translation (Argentina) |
| Mexico | English | Spanish | Certified Spanish Translation (Perito Traductor) |
| Peru | English | Spanish | Sworn Peruvian Translation |
| Italy | English | Italian | Sworn Italian Translation (Italy) |
| Germany | English | German | Certified German Translation (Germany) |
| France | English | French | Sworn French Translation (France) |
| Japan | English | Japanese | Certified Japanese Translation (Japan) |
| South Korea | English | Korean | Certified Korean Translation (South Korea) |
| Israel | English | Hebrew | Certified Hebrew Translation (Israel) |
| Philippines | English | Tagalog | Certified Tagalog Translation (Philippines) |
| Egypt | English | Arabic | Sworn Arabic Translation (Egypt) |
| Croatia | English | Croatian | Sworn Croatian Translation (Croatia) |
| Spain | English | Spanish | Sworn Spanish Translation (Spain) |
| Greece | English | Greek | Certified / Sworn Translation (Greece) |
- Austria
- Belgium
- Netherlands
- Switzerland
- Poland
- Romania
- Ukraine
- Chile
- Uruguay
- Paraguay
- Turkey
- United Arab Emirates
- Indonesia
- Morocco
- China
This is a sample of supported jurisdictions. Requirements vary by country and receiving authority - tell us your destination country and we'll confirm exactly what's needed.
Documents that commonly need sworn translation
Sworn translations are often requested when documents are used for official, legal, immigration, academic, or government purposes abroad.
Civil & Personal
- Birth certificates
- Marriage certificates
- Divorce decrees
- Death certificates
- Adoption documents
- Dual citizenship records
Legal & Court
- Powers of attorney
- Court judgments
- Affidavits
- Contracts
- Police clearance certificates
Academic & Professional
- Diplomas
- Academic transcripts
- Professional licenses
Corporate & Property
- Corporate records
- Articles of incorporation
- Foreign property documents
Immigration & Background
- FBI background checks
- Immigration documents
- Medical records
Sworn translation, apostille & notary support
Many international document requests involve more than translation alone. Depending on the destination country, you may also need certified or notarized translation, an apostille, embassy or consular legalization, certified copies, document retrieval, or international authentication.
We help clients understand the full document chain so they can avoid delays, rejections, and unnecessary back-and-forth with foreign agencies.
Trusted for legal translation for foreign authorities
- Individuals
- Attorneys
- Law firms
- Businesses
- International students
- Universities
- Real estate professionals
- Families pursuing dual citizenship
- Immigration professionals
Because sworn translation requirements vary from country to country, we review each document request individually and coordinate with government-authorized translators who meet the legal requirements of the destination country.
Our sworn translation process
- 1
Send Us the Document
Upload or send a clear copy of the document you need translated.
- 2
Tell Us the Destination Country
This is one of the most important details, because translation requirements vary by jurisdiction.
- 3
We Review the Requirement
We help determine whether the document may require certified translation, sworn translation, apostille, notarization, or additional authentication.
- 4
We Coordinate the Translation
When a sworn translation is needed, we coordinate with the appropriate authorized translator for the destination country and document type.
- 5
Delivery & Next Steps
We provide the translated document in the required format and guide you on any additional apostille, notary, or delivery steps.
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Common questions
What is a sworn translation?
A sworn translation is an official translation completed by a translator who is authorized, sworn, or appointed by a court, ministry, or government authority in a specific country.
Is a sworn translation the same as a certified translation?
No. A certified translation usually includes a signed certificate of accuracy. A sworn translation is completed by an officially authorized translator and may be required for legal acceptance in certain foreign jurisdictions.
Does USCIS require sworn translations?
USCIS generally requires certified English translations for foreign-language documents. Sworn translations are more commonly required by foreign courts, civil registries, ministries, and public authorities outside the United States.
What countries require sworn translations?
Requirements vary, but sworn translations are commonly associated with countries such as France, Italy, Spain, Germany, Brazil, Colombia, Peru, Portugal, and other civil law jurisdictions.
Can a sworn translation be apostilled?
In some cases, yes, but the process depends on the country, document type, and whether the translation itself or the underlying original document must be apostilled.
Can you help me determine what I need?
Yes. Send us the document type, destination country, and receiving agency, and we can help you understand whether certified translation, sworn translation, apostille, notarization, or another step may be needed.
Need a sworn translation for use abroad?
Tell us the document and destination country - we'll confirm exactly what you need.