Notarised Translation Services

A notarised translation is a certified translation that has been legally verified by a Notary Public. The notary’s role is to confirm the identity and credentials of the translation provider, and to witness their signature on a statutory declaration of accuracy.

This process provides an additional level of legal authentication, ensuring the translation can be used in formal or international legal settings.

At Wolfestone, we can arrange notarisation through registered UK notaries, ensuring the process meets official standards and your specific document requirements.

A Notary Public is a legally authorised official who verifies signatures, documents and declarations for use in legal and international contexts.

Do note that when it comes to translation, a Notary Public does not review or approve the translation’s content, but rather confirms that the company signing the declaration is legitimate and that the signature was made in their presence.

The notary then attaches a seal and certificate confirming this.

Notarised translations are typically required when documents are being used abroad or in legal processes that demand formal verification.

Common examples include:

• Powers of attorney
• Company formation or registration documents
• Court documents or litigation materials
• Academic qualifications for overseas use
• Birth, marriage or death certificates
• Property or inheritance documents

Because requirements vary between authorities and countries, it’s always best to confirm exactly what level of certification is needed before proceeding.

Requirements can differ depending on the organisation, authority or country requesting the translation.

Some may accept a standard certified translation (signed and stamped by an ISO-certified provider like Wolfestone), while others may require notarisation or even legalisation/apostille.

We always advise clients to check with the requestor, for example, a court, embassy or university, before ordering.

If you’re unsure, our team can help you interpret their requirements and guide you toward the correct level of certification.

The timescale depends on the document type and notary availability, but most notarised translations can be completed within a few working days.

Essentially, all notarised translations are certified, but not all certified translations are notarised.

Certification confirms the translation’s accuracy, while notarisation adds legal verification of the declaration itself.

Yes, Wolfestone provides a full end-to-end notarised translation service, including coordination with a UK Notary Public for legal witnessing.

Please share:

• A clear copy of your document(s)

• The target language pair(s)

• Any guidance or requirements from the requesting authority

From there, we’ll confirm what type of certification you need and provide a free quote and turnaround estimate.