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For foreign-language documents submitted to USCIS, a certified translation combines a full English translation with a signed translator certification confirming completeness, accuracy, and competence in the language pair.
Updated September 21, 2026
The translation covers the complete readable record
Headings, completed fields, registry notes, seals, stamps, handwritten entries, and readable text on attached pages are handled as part of the document. Sending the complete file from the start gives the translator the full documentary context.
Document data receives focused review
Names, dates, numbers, issuing authorities, registry references, and repeated terms are checked against the source. When several related documents are translated together, recurring information can also be reviewed across the set for consistency.
The signed certification completes the package
The Certificate of Accuracy identifies the translated document, the language pair, and the professional responsible for the certification. The translation and certificate are delivered as one organized USCIS-ready document package.
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Start Your TranslationPractical considerations
- Send the complete document set.
- Include relevant reverse sides, seals, stamps, and annotations.
- State the language pair and requested date.
- Use clear scans or photos with all text visible.
Frequently asked questions
What makes a USCIS translation certified?＋
The package combines a complete English translation with a signed certification confirming completeness, accuracy, and the translator's competence.
Are seals and handwritten notes part of the translation?＋
Readable seals, stamps, handwritten entries, registry notes, and annotations are handled as part of the complete source document.
Can several certified translations be prepared together?＋
Yes. Related records can be handled as one coordinated project while each translated document remains clearly identified.