Certified Translation Services in South Africa

Why Certified Translation Matters in South Africa

In South Africa, you need certified translations when submitting foreign documents for official processes such as visa applications, court proceedings, university admissions, and company registrations.

The certified translation is officially translated by a sworn translator and accompanied by a certificate of accuracy. The certificate includes the translator's credentials, stamp, signature, and date. It confirms that the translation of your documents is an accurate and complete representation of the original document.

For example, if you are to use a German birth certificate in South Africa, you must translate it into English before submitting it to the receiving office.

Institutions such as the Department of Home Affairs (DHA), the Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO), the Department of Transport, embassies, educational institutions, and other offices often require these certified translations.

At Translayte, we provide certified translations for birth certificates, marriage certificates, academic transcripts and other documents with 100% acceptance by South African authorities. Your documents are translated by sworn translators who can understand and capture the unique format and language nuances to ensure they meet the requirements.

Every translation is delivered on time, with the required seals, certifications, translators' credentials, and signatures. You can also request notarisation and apostille services when needed.

Certified Translations for Immigration, Visa & Home Affairs Use

Translayte provides certified translations for Home Affairs, embassies, consulates, and visa centres, ensuring your application proceeds without delay. Our certified translation in South Africa is accepted by foreign embassies, including those of the UK, USA, Canada, and Australia, as well as by visa application centres worldwide.

Common immigration documents we translate:

• Birth certificates

• Marriage certificates

• Police clearances (SAPS clearance certificates)

• Passports and ID documents

• Divorce decrees

• Adoption orders

Whether you're applying for a South African visa, permanent residence, citizenship, or emigrating abroad, we understand the specific requirements and deliver certified translations that are 100% accepted.

Certified Translations for Legal, Academic & Corporate Documents

We provide professional translation services for a wide range of legal, academic, and corporate documents used across South Africa and internationally. Our translators have subject-matter expertise to ensure accuracy in specialised terminology.

Legal documents

• Contracts

• Court orders

• Judgments

• Affidavits

• Power of Attorney

• Notarial deeds

• Property documents

• Title deeds

• Wills

Academic documents

• Academic transcripts

• University diplomas

• Degrees

• Academic certificates

• Professional qualifications

• Academic references

• Letters of recommendation

Corporate documents

• Company registration documents

• Tax certificates

• Financial statements

• Audit reports

• Employment contracts

• HR documents

• Reference letters

• Tenders

• Proposals

Do you need legal translations? Request a free quote for professional certified translation services.

Languages We Translate in South Africa

We provide certified translation services in South African English to Afrikaans, Afrikaans to English and 150+ other languages, ensuring that they are accepted locally and internationally.

Some of the most requested languages in South Africa include:

• French

• German

• Italian

• Xhosa

• Zulu

• Portuguese

Our qualified translators are fluent in the language pair and deliver certified translations that meet official standards. View all languages we support for certified translations.

Locations We Serve Across South Africa

Translayte provides certified translations online, and you can order from any province in South Africa, with optional courier delivery available. Our certified translation office services are available in Cape Town, Johannesburg, Pretoria, Durban, and other major cities in South Africa. If you need a certified birth certificate translation in Cape Town or abroad, you can upload your documents securely online and receive your translations by email or courier.

Request a free quote for your certified translation from anywhere in South Africa.

How Our Certified Translation Process Works

Our online certified translation process in South Africa is fast, simple, and secure. Here’s how it works

1. Navigate to "Check Prices & Place Order" on the top right side of this page.

2. Select "Certified Translation".

3. Select the source and target languages, respectively.

4. Upload the official document you need to be translated.

5. If you want expedited services, select that option. Provide any extra instructions after this.

6. Select the type of certification you require and indicate whether you need notarisation or apostille services.

7. Click "PROCEED TO ORDER"

8. Make the payment securely online. Once your order is placed, our team will assign it to a professional translator, and you'll receive the translated document via email or post within the specified timeframe.

Certified Translation Pricing in South Africa

Translayte’s certified translation pricing in South Africa starts from $24.99 (approx. R450) per page. The final translation cost depends on the language pair, urgency, document volume, complexity, and certification requirements. You can also request expedited translation and same-day delivery for many document types. Request a free quote for accurate, transparent, and competitive pricing without uploading any documents.

Fast Turnaround Time & Service Options

We understand that certified translations are often needed urgently for visa deadlines, court dates, or university applications. Translayte offers flexible delivery options to suit your timeline:

• Standard delivery: 12–24 hours

• Express delivery: 12 hours or same-day

All translations are delivered to your email in PDF version, and you can also request a paper copy via courier services.

Accepted by Authorities in South Africa and Abroad

Translayte's certified translations are trusted and accepted by a wide range of official bodies in South Africa and internationally, including:

• Department of Home Affairs

• South African courts and legal firms

• South African universities and professional councils

• Foreign embassies, consulates, and visa centres

• Immigration authorities from foreign countries like IRCC, UKVI, and USCIS.

Our translators understand the unique agency requirements and deliver high-quality translation that ensures 100% acceptance.

Why Choose Translayte for Certified Translations in South Africa?

Choosing the right translation service for certified translation in South Africa is essential when your documents determine the success of a visa, business application, or legal process.

Here’s why thousands of clients trust Translayte:

• Guaranteed Acceptance: Our legal translations are officially recognised by the Department of Home Affairs (DHA), the Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO), the Department of Transport, embassies, and educational institutions in South Africa. Each translation includes a Certificate of Accuracy, official seal, and correct page formatting to ensure acceptance for legal, academic, and government use.

• Expertise: Translayte is a global translation agency with a team of highly experienced translators across various industries and languages. Our translators are carefully vetted, native speakers and fluent in the language pairs, ensuring compliance with South African official standards.

• Confidentiality: All our team members and translators are bound by strict non-disclosure agreements, and we implement the latest encryption technologies to protect your files and information.

• Fast Turnaround: We offer express translation services in as little as 12 hours without compromising accuracy or quality. Our global network of translators spans multiple time zones, so your translations are completed quickly and delivered on schedule.

• Fast Digital Ordering and Secure Document Handling: You can easily upload your document(s) in PDF, JPG, DOC, etc, online through our secure platform for translation.

• Quality Assurance: We follow a rigorous, multi-step process, including multiple rounds of proofreading and editing, to ensure your translations are accurate, clear, and culturally appropriate.

• Personalised Service: We value our clients and provide personalised attention to each project. Our responsive customer support team is available 24/7 to address your concerns and answer any questions you may have.