The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS ) is an agency of the United States Department of Homeland Security in charge of managing immigration processes in the country. This body requires all non-English documents to be accompanied by a certified English translation to ensure the truthfulness and accuracy of the translated content.
Our company, a corporate member of the American Translators Association (ATA) and with a business office in Michigan, offers translation services between English and any language. These translations are accepted by the USCIS, ensuring that our clients can submit their documents with the confidence that they will meet the standards required by this agency.
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Certified translators in United States
Certified translator in the United States is essential in assuring a smooth immigration process. Our certified translators from English to/from any language meet the requirements set out by the USCIS. This certification ensures that the translator possesses the necessary knowledge and competence to produce accurate translations, which is crucial for the acceptance of documents by the USCIS.
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When will you need a certified translation in the United States?
There are several scenarios in which the USCIS will require certified translations. Examples include visa applications, applications for lawful permanent residence status in the United States (green card), naturalization, and the international adoption process. For example, if a French-born citizen wishes to apply for permanent residence in the US, he or she must present his or her birth certificate and other relevant documents translated from French into English by a certified translator. The same applies to documents in Spanish, Chinese, Russian, Arabic, German, Italian, or any language other than English. Accuracy in these translations is crucial, as any errors could result in delays or rejection of the application.
Official translations for immigration procedures in the USA.
Some of the common immigration processes in which the USCIS requests certified translations are family reunification cases, work visa applications, etc. These immigration processes in the United States require the submission of documents such as certificates of birth, marriage certificates, criminal records and academic diplomas, which must be translated into English by an official translator in order to be accepted by the USCIS.
Certified and notarized translations
A certified translation becomes a notarized translation when a notary public in the United States validates the translator's signature, adding an additional layer of authentication. Some institutions may require notarized translations for greater legal certainty. Our company offers both services, sending certified translations in PDF format with our company's certification, which is accepted by the USCIS. For those who require notarization services, we can also offer the seal of a US notary.
