Certified marriage certificate translation

Certified marriage certificate translation

You can have your marriage certificate or marriage record translated by a sworn translator online at Ecrivus International. Foreign authorities and the Dutch municipality almost always ask for a sworn translation when you need to prove a marriage or want to register a foreign marriage certificate in the Personal Records Database (BRP). Our sworn and specialised translators make sure your certificate is translated accurately into the language you need. The price starts from €59.

What is a sworn translation of a marriage certificate?

A marriage certificate is an official document from the civil registry of the municipality where the marriage took place. For a sworn translation the certificate is translated by a translator listed in the Dutch Register of Sworn Interpreters and Translators (Rbtv). The translator adds a stamp, signature and a statement of accuracy to the document. This makes the translation legally valid and usable in official procedures.

Why a sworn translation is needed

To register a foreign marriage certificate in the BRP, for naturalisation or for a procedure with a foreign authority, a regular translation is not enough. Only a translation by a translator sworn in by the court has legal force. We work exclusively with sworn translators who have experience with civil registry certificates, so that names, dates and legal terms are represented correctly.

How it works at Ecrivus

Select the number of pages of your marriage certificate and the language combination above and click 'Add to basket'. Next, you can upload a photo or scan of your marriage certificate and add it to your order.

• Translation by a sworn, experienced and specialised legal translator
• Includes proofreading
• Includes quality checks
• Competitive rates from €59
• Fast turnaround, express delivery available
• Choice of hundreds of language combinations
• Support for various file formats, including PDF
• Always registered shipping with Track & Trace
• Option to have your document fitted with an apostille or legalisation

Frequently asked questions about translating a marriage certificate

How do you know whether a translator is sworn?

A sworn translator is listed in the Dutch Register of Sworn Interpreters and Translators (Rbtv) and has been sworn in by a Dutch court. You can look up a sworn translator in the register of Bureau Wbtv. The translator adds a stamp, signature and statement of accuracy to the translation.

What is the difference between a certified translation and a

A sworn translation focuses on legal validity and is produced by a court-sworn translator with a stamp and statement. A certified translation emphasises the competence of the translator. For official procedures with the municipality or abroad, in the Netherlands a sworn translation is required.

How do I have my marriage certificate legalised?

For use abroad you have your marriage certificate legalised or fitted with an apostille. The apostille is issued by the court under the Apostille Convention of 1961. We can arrange the translation and the apostille or legalisation for you.

Can ChatGPT translate a legal document?

No, an AI cannot provide a legally valid translation. For a sworn translation a signed statement of accuracy from a qualified, sworn translator is required. An automated translation is not accepted by authorities.

How much does it cost to have a marriage certificate translated by a sworn translator?

At Ecrivus International a sworn translation of your marriage certificate starts from €59. The final price depends on the number of pages and the language combination you choose, which you select above.