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Immigration Document Translation: Who May Translate and Is Notarisation Required?
Global Immigrate consultants · Published
Written by Global Immigrate consultants · Reviewed by Oscar Yip, Founder & Managing Director
Summary
Documents not in the required language usually need translations. Common standards to avoid rejection.
Short answer: translations must be complete, accurate and format-faithful. Read the programme checklist before choosing translator and formalities. Name spellings must match the passport.
FAQ
Can I translate my own documents?
Most programmes require an independent translator.
Is machine translation OK?
Not as a direct submission.
Only seals and signature pages?
Usually full text unless the checklist allows extracts.
