Notarised copies

A notarised copy is not a translation but confirmation that a copy of a document matches the original completely, word for word and page by page. The notary compares the copy with the original and certifies this with their signature and seal. Such a copy is often accepted instead of the original where an organisation does not want — or is not able — to keep the original: a university accepting applications, a bank opening an account, an employer hiring.

This is a separate service from translation: a copy is needed when the document is already in the right language but you need several equivalent copies, or when the original itself must stay with you.

If you need a document in both forms — a certified copy and a translation — we do it as one package, so you do not have to bring the original twice.

Most often we certify copies of passports, diplomas with transcripts, employment record books and company incorporation documents — but we can certify a copy of almost any document if the original is available.