What USCIS actually requires
Under 8 CFR 103.2(b)(3), any foreign-language document submitted to USCIS must be accompanied by a certified English translation. The certification must be signed by the translator and must attest to the translator's competence in both languages and the completeness and accuracy of the translation. It must include the translator's name, address, and the date of certification.
Our certifications include all required elements in the format accepted by USCIS, EOIR immigration courts, and US consulates and embassies. We have a consistent record of acceptance across all these authorities. If your specific proceeding has additional formatting requirements, tell us at order time and we will accommodate them.
What we certify
We provide certified translations for every document type required in immigration proceedings:
- Birth certificates from all countries and issuing authorities
- Marriage, divorce, and death certificates
- National identity documents and passports
- Academic transcripts, diplomas, and professional credentials
- Criminal background checks and police clearances from all countries
- Military discharge records
- Medical records, vaccination certificates, and psychological evaluations
- Court orders, judicial decisions, and legal proceedings
- Financial documents: bank statements, tax returns, employment letters
- Adoption documentation and family reunification records
- Asylum evidence: country condition reports, statements, witness declarations
Notarization option
Some state agencies, courts, and foreign consulates require the translator's certification to be additionally notarized by a US notary public. We offer notarization coordination as an add-on. A notarized certified translation carries both the translator's signed certification and a notary public seal.
Notarization is different from apostille. An apostille certifies the authenticity of a US public document for use in foreign countries. We can advise on which your situation requires.
Turnaround
Standard turnaround for certified translations is 1-3 business days. Rush 72-hour service is available. For same-day requests, call us directly at (516) 882-7542 before placing an order. We confirm feasibility honestly before you pay.