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How do translation, declarations and authentication differ?

These terms describe different tasks. The phrase “certified translation” alone does not establish what is required. Obtain the receiving body’s instructions before agreeing the translation, declarations and any additional formalities.

Start with the receiving body

A university, employer, court or other recipient may specify its own language, format, translator declaration and submission method. Share the written instructions or application page rather than assuming that a previous application’s approach applies.

Identify each deliverable

Clarify whether the requirement is a translation, a company stamp, a translator’s declaration or a separate notarization or authentication procedure. Establish who issues each item, how it is submitted and whether an original is needed.

Separate the service from the decision

Translation can produce the agreed documents, but acceptance, assessment and approval belong to the receiving authority. Resolve unclear requirements early to avoid rework. Current instructions from the relevant body take precedence.

A checklist for your brief

  • Recipient and intended use
  • Exact translation and declaration requirements
  • Paper originals and shipping needs

A common question

Does a company stamp guarantee acceptance?

No. The recipient may specify the translator’s status, wording of a declaration, format or other formalities. Confirm before ordering.

This guide supports project preparation and communication; it does not replace legal, financial or specialist technical advice. Service scope, recipient requirements and delivery arrangements must be agreed for the specific project.

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