IRCC Certified Translations
IRCC certified translations of your documents into English or French for Canadian immigration applications. Each one includes a signed and stamped certificate of accuracy, delivered as a PDF you review before it is final.
- Up to 250 words per page
- $25 per page
- Standard turnaround
- From 24 hours
- Certificate of accuracy
- Signed & stamped
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IRCC translation requirements
IRCC asks for a translation of any supporting document that is not in English or French. What else you need depends on who translates it and on your application’s document checklist.
Source: IRCC Guide IMM 5289, Translation of documents
Requirements vary by application, so follow the checklist for yours. ImmiTranslate is a private company and is not affiliated with IRCC or the Government of Canada.
An English or French translation
Each document in another language is submitted together with its translation into English or French.
A qualified translator
The translation can be done by a Canadian certified translator or by a person who is fluent in both languages.
An affidavit in some cases
When the translator is not a Canadian certified translator, IRCC asks for an affidavit swearing to their language proficiency and the accuracy of the translation.
Sworn before an authorized official
In Canada the affidavit is sworn before a notary public, a commissioner of oaths or a commissioner of taking affidavits. Other rules apply outside Canada.
Details and pricing
What’s included in an IRCC certified translation
One price per page covers the translation and its certificate of accuracy. A page is up to 250 words, so most birth, marriage and police certificates are one page.
If your checklist asks for a translator affidavit, send it with a quote request and we will confirm what applies before you order.
Certified Translation
Word-for-word translation with a certificate of accuracy for official use.
$25
USD / page
up to 250 words per page
Included
- Signed & stamped certification of translation accuracy
- Certified by a professional translator
- Digital delivery via PDF
- Review and approve final translation
- 100% Guaranteed Acceptance
- Standard turnaround starting at 24 hours
Optional services
- Expedited turnaround
- Priority handling when your deadline is shorter than the standard turnaround.
- By deadline
- Notarization
- A notary public signs and stamps the certification statement.
- $20 per order
- Physical copy
- A wet-ink original of your translation, mailed by express courier.
- $35 per order
- Apostille
- Authenticates the notary’s signature and seal for use in Hague Convention countries.
- $180 per document
Immigration is complex. We'll make the translations easy.
We provide certified translations of supporting documents for Canadian immigration applications. Documents that are not in English or French need a translation into one of those languages. Follow the document checklist for your application.
Our team is extremely knowledgeable about the lengthy and frequently perplexing Canadian immigration procedure. We founded this company with the goal to alleviate one challenging aspect – translations.
Each translation aligns precisely with the standards laid out by IRCC (Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada). You will receive a faithful replication of your source document's layout, a signed statement vouching for the accuracy and completeness of the translation, a stamp from our company certifying the translation, and pertinent contact information for our company.
Over the years, we've translated hundreds of thousands of documents for tens of thousands of clients. Consequently, we confidently offer a 100% guaranteed acceptance policy for every document submitted to IRCC.
Our work is swift and trustworthy, which is why immigration attorneys and professionals frequently recommend us.
What you can expect from us
Our services, backed by our expert translators and support staff, can help alleviate the complexity surrounding translations of documents for Canadian Immigration.
Quick Turnaround
We work around the clock to prepare, translate, review, and ship documents. Most translations can be completed in just a few hours.
Worldwide Acceptance
Our translations are accepted by IRCC and other Canadian Government Agencies, along with most local and provincial governments and agencies.
Simple Pricing
Starting at just $25 per page, our simple pricing allows you to avoid confusing charts and rates and stick to the basics.
Professional Translators
Our team consists of thousands of native speakers. Your translation is always 100% human powered by a certified professional translator.
Always Secure
We employ state-of-the-art encryption on your original documents and every translation we produce.
Convenient Access
Translations can be downloaded securely once complete. We can also notarize and mail translations.
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IRCC Translations FAQ
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Our team can answer many questions about documents, legibility, and language.
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- How much does a certified translation cost?
- Certified translation is $25 per page, with a page counted as up to 250 words. Notarization, a mailed physical copy and an apostille are optional and priced separately.
- How long does a certified translation take?
- Standard turnaround starts at 24 hours and depends on the length and language of your documents. If you have a deadline, include it in your quote request.
- Do IRCC Translations need to be signed by the translator?
- Yes. IRCC requires that translations be signed by the translator who completed the translation. At ImmiTranslate, all of our translations are properly signed personally by the translator.
- Will IRCC accept an extract translation instead of a complete translation?
- No. IRCC requires that translations be a complete and accurate translation of the entire document. An extract translation is a translation of only a section of a document extracting pertinent information.
- Is Notarization required for IRCC translations?
- The requirements depend on your application instructions and the translator. For example, IRCC Guide 5289 requires a sworn affidavit when the translation is not completed by a Canadian certified translator. Canadian certified translators do not need to provide that affidavit. Check your application checklist before ordering. Read the translation requirements in IRCC Guide 5289.
- Will IRCC accept translations from ImmiTranslate?
- Yes! Our translations are always accepted by IRCC. We follow the guidelines and requirements for IRCC translations and offer a 100% IRCC translation acceptance guarantee.
- Can I upload my documents electronically?
- Yes! All we need is a scanned copy of your document, with all information clearly visible. We can also accept digital photos of your document, provided that the entire document is visible and legible.
- Is this secure?
- Yes! Your communications with ImmiTranslate are always encrypted. We handle your private documents with discretion. Only authorized personnel are able to view your documents.
Translation Acceptance, Guaranteed
We follow the specific instructions and guidelines that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada sets forth for document translations. We stand by the translations we produce, which is why we offer an acceptance guarantee.
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Translator Signature & Stamp
- Our certified translations include a translator signature and company stamp. Your application instructions determine whether a sworn translator affidavit or other supporting documents are also needed. Share those instructions when requesting a quote.
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Certification of Translation Accuracy
- Our certified translations include a certification statement which attests to the completeness and credentials of the translation.
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Contact Information
- Our certified translation always includes the contact information of the translator. We provide prompt verification if the government (or any agency) requests us to verify the authenticity of a translation.
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ISO 32000-1:2008 Compliance
- Our certified translations feature an ISO 32000-1:2008-compliant secure PDF digitally signed by ImmiTranslate, preventing alteration of the digital document.
Our translation process
Our goal is to make the translation process as simple as possible for you. Our service is streamlined specifically for documents of this nature.
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