Sworn German translator

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A sworn translator for German is a translator sworn in by a Dutch court and listed in the Register of Sworn Interpreters and Translators (Rbtv). Only this translator may make an official German translation that is legally legal valid. The translator provides your document with a stamp, a signature and a statement stating that the translation completely and accurately matches the original. This means the translation is accepted by authorities such as municipalities, courts, notaries and foreign authorities.

At Ecrivus you arrange your sworn translation in German easily online, from €59. You order in a few steps and do not have to leave home. We provide translations from Dutch into German and from German into Dutch, for both individuals and businesses. Whether it concerns a diploma, An birth certificate or a business one contract: a sworn translator German translator delivers a document that is officially recognised.

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German translation by a translator sworn in by a Dutch court.

Legally valid with stamp

Attached to your document, with stamp, signature and statement of accuracy.

Both directions

We translate both directions: from Dutch into German and from German into Dutch. Handy for documents from the Netherlands, Germany, Austria and Switzerland.

From

Including stamp, registered shipping and a digital copy by email.

Which documents do we translate?

When do you need a sworn German translator?

A sworn translation is needed as soon as an official authority requires a legally valid translation. This applies, among others, to:

How it works at Ecrivus

  • Translation by an Rbtv-registered sworn translator German
  • With stamp, signature and statement of accuracy
  • Proofreading and quality control included
  • Registered shipping with Track & Trace, plus a digital copy
  • Optionally with an apostille for use abroad

Sworn German translation with apostille

If you want to use your German translation abroad, an apostille is needed. An apostille confirms the authenticity of the signature of the sworn translator and is issued by the court. The Netherlands, Germany, Austria and Switzerland are all parties to the Apostille Convention (Hague Convention, 1961). Between these countries, a single apostille de uitgebreide legalisationso that your sworn translation is accepted there without further steps.

Frequently asked questions about a sworn German translator

What is a sworn German translation?

A sworn German translation is an official translation made by a translator sworn in by a Dutch court. The translator attaches the translation to a copy of the original and provides it with a stamp, a signature and a statement statement that the translation faithfully matches the source document. This gives the translation the same legal value as the original, and it is accepted by official authorities.

How do I know whether a German translator is sworn?

You check this in the Register of Sworn Interpreters and Translators (Rbtv), the public register managed by Bureau Wbtv. Only translators sworn in by a court and meeting the training and integrity requirements are listed in it. A sworn sworn translator German translator has a Wbtv number and adds it, together with a stamp and signature, to the translation.

How much does a sworn German translator cost?

At Ecrivus a sworn translation in German from €59. The final price depends on the number of words, the type of document and whether you need an apostille . You see the price in advance and order directly online, with no surprises afterwards.

Can ChatGPT or Google Translate translate an official document?

No. Machine translations from ChatGPT or Google Translate are not legally valid and are not accepted by authorities. For an official document, a signed statement of accuracy is required from a sworn translator, together with their stamp and signature. Only a translator sworn in by the court can issue that statement afgeven, iets wat software wettelijk gezien niet kan.

Have your document translated?

Order your sworn translation in German online, with stamp and registered shipping. Unsure about the right document type or direction? Our Live Chat team helps you on working days between 09:00 and 17:00. Also see sworn translators in other languages.