Countries that require certified or sworn translations

Updated: Apr 24, 2026

The following are a few countries that require locally certified / approved translators (e.g. sworn translators) to perform translations in order to support official applications to local governments, courts & institutions.

Translayte can support you in obtaining a sworn translation, notarisation and shipping within the country or internationally for a pre-agreed rate.

You may click through countries with links to read through additional information on the sworn translation process in the country.

Europe

  1. Austria

  2. Belgium

  3. Bulgaria

  4. Czech Republic

  5. France

  6. Germany

  7. Greece

  8. Italy (requires local court stamp)

  9. Ireland

  10. Lithuania (requires local notary certification)

  11. Netherlands

  12. Norway

  13. Poland

  14. Portugal (requires local notary certification)

  15. Romania (requires original document & local notary certification)

  16. Slovakia

  17. Slovenia

  18. Spain

  19. Sweden

  20. Switzerland

  21. Turkey

  22. United Kingdom

North America

  1. Canada

  2. United States

South America

  1. Argentina

  2. Mexico

  3. Brazil

Middle East & Asia

  1. China

  2. Indonesia

  3. United Arab Emirates

Australia / New Zealand

  1. Australia