Certified vs. Notarized Translation: What's the Difference?
Government agencies, courts, and universities often require specific types of translated documents. Here's how to know which one you need.
When you need a document translated for official use, you'll often encounter two terms: 'certified translation' and 'notarized translation.' These are not the same thing, and using the wrong type can cause delays or rejection of your application.
Certified Translation
A certified translation includes a signed statement from the translator (or translation company) attesting that the translation is accurate and complete to the best of their knowledge. USCIS (U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services) requires certified translations for all foreign-language documents.
Notarized Translation
A notarized translation goes one step further — the translator's signature on the certification statement is notarized by a notary public. This doesn't certify the accuracy of the translation itself, but it does verify the identity of the person who signed the certification.
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