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Why marrying abroad means certified translation

You picked the date and the place. Then the local registry hands you a list, and most of it is paperwork that has to be in their language before they will let you marry. A birth certificate, a passport, a divorce decree, a certificate of no impediment. Miss one translation requirement and the ceremony you planned can slip.

That is the part couples do not see coming. To register a marriage and issue certificates, civil registries, embassies, and consulates often need word-for-word certified translations, sometimes with apostille or consular legalization for international authentication. A small formatting problem can mean a postponed wedding.

This is exactly what marriage abroad certified translation services are for. ABC Translations prepares each translation to meet those civil and consular rules. Every page is prepared by professional translators in 120+ languages and carries the signed accuracy-and-competence statement reviewers expect.

Couples marrying abroad have trusted us with their paperwork for 25 years, and with more than 255,000 customers behind us, we know exactly which documents a foreign registry needs and how to get them accepted the first time.

Precise work from native speakers


  • Native-speaking linguists handle every project, catching the subtle shades of meaning that keep your message accurate, clear, and true to its culture.

Quick, dependable, and protected


  • You get fast turnaround without any drop in quality, backed by tight confidentiality and data security from start to finish.

Support that actually helps


  • A responsive team stands ready at each step, so the whole process feels smooth, professional, and free of stress.
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Statement registries expect

Certified marriage translation at $24.10 per page

Certified translation is $24.10 per page, each with the signed certification statement registries and consulates expect. Standard delivery takes 48 hours; rush service cuts that time by 50% and can deliver within 12 hours. Unlimited revisions are included.

Certified translations for marriage abroad carry our 100% acceptance guarantee for civil registry and consular requirements. If a recipient rejects your translation, we correct the original and resubmit first. Only if it keeps getting rejected after those corrections do we refund your money.

Send your documents and we will return certified translations ready for the registry or consulate.

Certified for marriage abroad

Commonly translated marriage documents

A marriage performed overseas is recognized at home only after its records are translated and certified for the registry or authority. The marriage documents we are asked to prepare most often are these:

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Accurate, native-language work

What makes ABC Translations the right fit for translating your marriage paperwork?

Accurate, native-language translations


  • Every linguist on our team is a seasoned native speaker, which keeps each translated file clear and precise.

Fast and reliable service


  • Because we know how much getting it done on time matters to you, we keep delivery fast while still holding firm on precision and careful attention.

Trusted certified translations


  • Every translation we deliver is certified to satisfy the criteria that most institutions and agencies around the world expect, so your process stays smooth and free of headaches.

Secure and confidential


  • We treat everything you send with strict confidentiality and protection, so each file stays private from translation through delivery.

Responsive customer support


  • From start to finish, our committed support staff stands ready to help, keeping the whole translation experience easy and worry-free.

Details & Pricing

Everything you get with certified translation from us

Each file is rendered line by line by a professional and arrives on ABC Translations letterhead, paired with a signed, stamped statement attesting that the translation is accurate. Skilled linguists produce precise, dependable work quickly, and same-day handling is available when you need it. Pricing stays transparent with nothing tacked on, and tight safeguards protect everything you share.

Certified Translation

Strict line-by-line source-matched translation with signed certification, often for personal official purposes.

$24.10

per page


Included
  • Expert human translation
  • Revisions included
  • Formatting included
  • Digital PDF delivery
  • Secure & confidential
  • Signed & stamped certification
Available add-ons
  • Expedited Turnaround: We move your order to the front of the line, cutting the usual translation time roughly in half so processing speeds up and your files reach you sooner. $15.00 / page
  • Proofreading: Before your files go out, a second translator checks the work for precision, grammar, layout, and consistency throughout. $10.00 / page
  • Notarization: You receive a stamp, a signature, and a tamper-evident digital certificate that confirms the translation certification and holds good in every one of the 50 states. $20.00 / order
  • Apostille: This apostille confirms that the notarization is genuine so your document is recognized across nations that belong to the Hague Convention. From $80 / order
  • Hard copy: A physical, certified translation carrying real ink stamps and signatures, sent through FedEx so you can track it on the way. From $16.00
A simple workflow

How it works

Thanks to a simple, well-organized workflow, having your paperwork translated is fast and hassle-free.

1

Upload documents & place your order

Pick the two languages, send over your files, and choose any extras you want, then we get moving on your translation right away.

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Professional translation and review

Your document is translated with care by a professional linguist. Before anything is locked in, you get to look it over and ask for changes.

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3

Receive your translation

Once finished, the translated files are sent to you, and when you have chosen certification, a signed, stamped certificate on our letterhead comes with them.

I purchased a translation on Friday and expected a 24-hour turnaround but also ordered a notary not knowing it wasn't part of the estimated time. Unsurprisingly I needed it immediately. I emailed support and within a few hours, it was completely signed and notarized! Hats off to y'all!

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Luca Amato
English to Japanese

Amazing service! My translation was done in 2 hours. All done on time, the right way, and the price was very good! Highly recommend.

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Raj Nair
English to Russian

I reached out to them last Friday for an emergency translation. They got back within the hour. ETA was 24 hours. Since it was a Friday, I expected Monday, but it was completed on Saturday. Accurate and on time, great job!

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Amara Fofana
English to French

Phenomenal customer service. Fast responses and accurate translations. Very satisfied!

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Eddie Morales
English to Spanish

ABC Translations completed my request wonderfully. 24-hour turnaround even on a weekend. Impeccable quality. Notified me of a fee change before charging, outstanding!

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Priya Wadhwa
English to Portuguese

Truly amazing experience. Easy process and great communication. Hard copies arrived on time. Would give a thousand stars!

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Sofía Castro
Spanish to Japanese

Fantastic experience starting with the price. Very easy submission process. Fast, helpful replies. Will return for future translations.

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Mateo Kovač
English to German

From quote to delivery, everything was professional and timely. Quality is commendable. I appreciate the space for translator notes. Very satisfied!

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Yumik Gonzalez
English to Simplified Chinese
Quality you can trust

Join 255,000+ happy customers

ABC Translations and its family of companies are proud to have delivered reliable, affordable, best-in-class translation and localization services to individuals, and global corporations and institutions for more than 25 years.

Submitted a 43 page doc, it was translated twice as fast as our previous vendor, and in-house loved it. Thanks ABC for amazing customer service and fast delivery of top notch translations.

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Henrik Jørvik
English to Romanian

I have used ABC Translations at two different occasions now and both translations has been perfect! I would truly recommend the company. Their customer service is nice and professional and the translation is accurate, well written with a very quick turnaround. Highly recommend!

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Nadia Rahman
English to Korean

Super happy with the experience. Smooth and efficient. I plan to use them again.

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Omar Darwish
English to Arabic

Easy to work with. Real human communication. Accurate translations, even for technical terms. Always on time or early. Incredibly convenient.

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Aisha Vahid
German to Arabic

Used them many times for education/work docs. Great translation quality and speed. Appreciate the revision option even though I haven't needed it.

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Rafael Solano
English to French (Canadian)

Great experience. They were responsive and helpful. They guided me, didn't oversell services, and even saved me money. Timely delivery despite a holiday. Highly recommend!

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Dmitri Petrenko
Ukrainian to English

Highly recommend using this service. Outstanding translation job and fast turnaround. Excellent and professional.

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Mei Tanaka
English to Italian

Top of my list for fast, professional services. Best online interface I've used. Appreciate their speed and effectiveness. Highly recommend.

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Portuguese to Spanish
Quality you can trust

Join 255,000+ happy customers

ABC Translations and its family of companies are proud to have delivered reliable, affordable, best-in-class translation and localization services to individuals, and global corporations and institutions for more than 25 years.

Top of my list for fast, professional services. Best online interface I've used. Appreciate their speed and effectiveness. Highly recommend.

Chen Huang
Portuguese to Spanish

From quote to delivery, everything was professional and timely. Quality is commendable. I appreciate the space for translator notes. Very satisfied!

Yumik Gonzalez
English to Simplified Chinese

Used them many times for education/work docs. Great translation quality and speed. Appreciate the revision option even though I haven't needed it.

Rafael Solano
English to French (Canadian)

ABC Translations completed my request wonderfully. 24-hour turnaround even on a weekend. Impeccable quality. Notified me of a fee change before charging, outstanding!

Priya Wadhwa
English to Portuguese

Amazing service! My translation was done in 2 hours. All done on time, the right way, and the price was very good! Highly recommend.

Raj Nair
English to Russian

Great experience. They were responsive and helpful. They guided me, didn't oversell services, and even saved me money. Timely delivery despite a holiday. Highly recommend!

Dmitri Petrenko
Ukrainian to English

Submitted a 43 page doc, it was translated twice as fast as our previous vendor, and in-house loved it. Thanks ABC for amazing customer service and fast delivery of top notch translations.

Henrik Jørvik
English to Romanian

I reached out to them last Friday for an emergency translation. They got back within the hour. ETA was 24 hours. Since it was a Friday, I expected Monday, but it was completed on Saturday. Accurate and on time, great job!

Amara Fofana
English to French

I have used ABC Translations at two different occasions now and both translations has been perfect! I would truly recommend the company. Their customer service is nice and professional and the translation is accurate, well written with a very quick turnaround. Highly recommend!

Nadia Rahman
English to Korean

I purchased a translation on Friday and expected a 24-hour turnaround but also ordered a notary not knowing it wasn't part of the estimated time. Unsurprisingly I needed it immediately. I emailed support and within a few hours, it was completely signed and notarized! Hats off to y'all!

Luca Amato
English to Japanese

Easy to work with. Real human communication. Accurate translations, even for technical terms. Always on time or early. Incredibly convenient.

Aisha Vahid
German to Arabic

Fantastic experience starting with the price. Very easy submission process. Fast, helpful replies. Will return for future translations.

Mateo Kovač
English to German

Truly amazing experience. Easy process and great communication. Hard copies arrived on time. Would give a thousand stars!

Sofía Castro
Spanish to Japanese

Highly recommend using this service. Outstanding translation job and fast turnaround. Excellent and professional.

Mei Tanaka
English to Italian

Super happy with the experience. Smooth and efficient. I plan to use them again.

Omar Darwish
English to Arabic

Phenomenal customer service. Fast responses and accurate translations. Very satisfied!

Eddie Morales
English to Spanish
Clear answers

Frequently Asked Questions

Find clear answers to the questions couples ask most when translating and certifying marriage paperwork. We explain why certification is required, the records that need translating, who is allowed to do the work, delivery timelines, how revisions are handled, and the acceptance guarantee we provide.

What is a certified translation?

A certified translation is a translated document that comes with a signed Certificate of Translation Accuracy. The certificate includes the translator's statement that the translation is complete and accurate, along with their credentials and contact information.

Embassies, consulates, and civil registries ask for certified translations of documents written in another language.

What does a certified translation include?

Your certified translation package includes the complete translation, a signed Certificate of Translation Accuracy with the translator's credentials, and digital delivery in PDF format within 48 hours.

Hard copies with original signatures are available on request for an additional fee. The translation is formatted to meet registry and consular requirements.

Are your translators qualified for this type of work?

Yes. Our translators are professional linguists fluent in both the source language and the target language, and they handle the terminology and formatting that civil registries and consulates expect.

How do I submit my documents for translation?

Upload clear photos or scans of your documents through our secure online order form. We accept JPG, PNG, and PDF files. Once you submit your order, our translators begin right away and deliver within the stated turnaround time.

Why does a foreign registry need certified translations?

Marriage registration offices usually need word-for-word certified translations before they can legally record the marriage and issue certificates. The signed certification statement is what lets them rely on the translated documents.

Do I also need an apostille or legalization?

Often, yes. Apostille or consular legalization may be required to authenticate your documents internationally, in addition to the certified translation. Requirements depend on the country where you are marrying.

How fast can I get translations before my wedding date?

Standard turnaround is 48 hours. Rush service can deliver within 12 hours by reducing turnaround 50%, and every order includes revisions.

What if a document is not accepted?

Consular and civil registry submissions are covered by our 100% acceptance guarantee. If a translation is not accepted, we correct it and resubmit first, and only if it keeps getting rejected after those corrections do we refund your money.

Can you translate documents with official stamps and seals?

Yes. We translate vital records that carry official stamps, seals, and handwritten entries, such as birth certificates and divorce decrees. Our translators read various document formats and translate all visible text accurately, so your certified translation is complete and acceptable to the registry.

What if my documents have handwritten text?

We regularly translate vital records with handwritten entries, which is common with older certificates. Our translators read various handwriting styles and accurately interpret and translate handwritten text, official stamps, and marginal notes, so your certified translation is complete.

How much does marriage document translation cost?

Certified translation for marrying abroad is $24.10 per page, which includes the complete translation and the signed certification statement. Expedited service and hard copies with original signatures are available for additional fees.