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Notarised document translation

Need a notarised translation of your documents?
The accredited translation agency SemioticTransfer can help you.

SemioticTransfer is your accredited Swiss translation agency for certified document translation. And all this in any European or Asian language for official purposes and for correspondence with authorities.

KEY FACTS

Legally valid translations: notarisation ensures that your document will be recognised by public bodies and authorities.
SemioticTransfer offers certified translations in over 40 languages for a variety of official documents, including degree certificates, birth certificates and contracts.
Additional services: we can also quickly and easily obtain apostilles for international recognition and certifications for legal purposes.

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When is a certified translation of documents required?

The circumstances in which a document requires a certified translation are many and varied. Listed below are a few case examples of certified document translations:

Want to get married abroad, or marry a foreign national? Then birth certificates, often an excerpt from the birth register, an affirmation of marital status, or an excerpt from the marriage register need to be submitted in the official language of that country.
For a divorce abroad, the marriage certificate is key. For a divorce to be acknowledged in another country, the certificate of divorce needs to be submitted in the respective language.
If you want to adopt a child from abroad, you need to provide a notarised translation of the relevant documents, such as the evidence of eligibility and the suitability to adopt, and the identification documents of the foreign child.
For the judicial recognition of patent application rights abroad, you need to have the documents translated and certified.
Other circumstances for a certified translation of documents could be a death or inheritance.

Our certified translations are recognised internationally

In addition to proficiency in the respective foreign language, the translation of documents requires a particular care and, where necessary, knowledge of the requirements within the target country. These vary depending on the purpose for which you require the documents, and the respective applicable laws. For documents, the translation is, in most cases, not sufficient, as, for submission to and recognition by the authorities, notarial certification is required. Our certified document translations are recognised internationally.

Qualified translation professionals

As an experienced and accredited translation agency, we collaborate with a wide range of native-speaking specialists. We’re therefore able to professionally translate your contracts into 40 languages. Because other formal requirements apply for authorities in each country, we also take local practices into account. Collaboration with professional, qualified translation specialists enables notarial certification.

Should supplementary certification such as apostille be required, we also provide this service. So that everything runs smoothly, we work closely with cantonal State Chancelleries, chambers of commerce, and foreign consulates in Switzerland. Depending on the intended use, different requirements apply. That’s why, it is important to check in advance with the authority what exactly is required and what services you need.

Have your document translated and certified by us!

The certified translation of your documents is in safe hands thanks to our many years of experience. Don’t hesitate to contact us.

contact@semiotictransfer.ch or +41 56 470 40 40

Frequently Asked Questions about Certified Translations

What is a notarially certified translation? What do I need one for?

A notarially certified translation is required for all official and administrative matters, e.g., when submitting marriage certificates, patents, court documents etc. A notary public certifies the accuracy and completeness of a translation.

What is an apostil?

An apostil is a supplementary form of certification – you could view it as certification of the notarial certification. The apostil confirms the genuine nature of the signature and of the stamp of the notary public. In Switzerland the cantonal district attorney’s office (Staatskanzlei) is responsible for this.

How quickly can you translate my documents?

Please send us the documents to be translated by e-mail. You will then receive a non-binding quote that also includes a firm delivery date.

What is the best way of getting my translations to you?

If your documents are available in an electronic format, simply send them to us by e-mail with the files attached. If you only have the documents in hard copy format, you can either fax them to us, or send them to us by post. If you wish, you can also bring your documents to us in person.

How do I receive a translation?

We send you the completed translation by e-mail, fax or post. If you wish, you are also welcome to collect your translation in person from our office.

Do my information and documents remain confidential?

Needless to say, we treat your information and documents with absolute discretion. All of our co-workers and contractors are contractually obliged to uphold our non-disclosure policy. Should you so wish, we can provide you with a non-disclosure agreement, or we would also be pleased to sign your own NDA.

How is payment made?

On completion of your order, we post you an invoice with payment slip. With longer-standing business relationships, we are also happy to provide monthly batch invoices. Private customers are asked to settle their account in advance, or with cash on delivery (COD).

What is the meaning of ‘language of origin’ and ‘source language’?

‘Source language’ is the term used to describe the language in which the document was written, and for which we are being asked to provide a translation.

What is the meaning of ‘target language’?

‘Target language’ is the term used to describe the language into which you would like us to translate your document.

How long is a certified translation valid for?

Certified translations are typically valid for a lifetime. However, some authorities or public bodies insist that translations be recent and have been produced within the last four weeks, for example. The body for which you require the certified translation will be able to advise you about any such time limits.

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Notarised document translation

Need a notarised translation of your documents? The accredited translation agency SemioticTransfer can help you.

When is a certified translation of documents required?

Our certified translations are recognised internationally

Qualified translation professionals

Have your document translated and certified by us!

Frequently Asked Questions about Certified Translations

What is a notarially certified translation? What do I need one for?

What is an apostil?

How quickly can you translate my documents?

What is the best way of getting my translations to you?

How do I receive a translation?

Do my information and documents remain confidential?

How is payment made?

What is the meaning of ‘language of origin’ and ‘source language’?

What is the meaning of ‘target language’?

How long is a certified translation valid for?

Need a notarised translation of your documents?
The accredited translation agency SemioticTransfer can help you.