Marriage abroad certified translation services
A marriage certificate from overseas needs a certified translation before a U.S. or foreign registry will honor it. ABC delivers that translation at $24.10 per page in 48 hours, guaranteed accepted.
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.

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.
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:

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
















