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Sworn translation
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Sworn translation FAQs
A sworn translation, also known as a certified translation, is given official status through an oath sworn before the relevant authority.
It is often required when you need to use a foreign document officially in Italy or submit an Italian document to certain authorities abroad.
You may need a sworn translation when a document must be officially recognised by a public body or authority.
You may need one for:
- Citizenship applications
- Residence permit or family reunification
- Birth, marriage or death certificates
- Educational qualifications
- Documents for courts, local councils, prefectures or consulates
The type of translation you need always depends on the authority receiving the document.
It depends on the country that issued the document and the authority receiving it.
In some cases, you may also need an Apostille or another form of legalisation alongside the sworn translation.
Check the requirements before you start the translation.
Timing depends on the language, number of pages and type of document.
Straightforward documents can be processed fairly quickly, while more complex cases may take longer.
We recommend sending your documents well before your application deadline.
Yes. Send us copies of your documents by WhatsApp or email for an initial check and a quote.
For a standard translation, we can work from a copy of the document.
For a sworn translation, however, we need the original documents to complete the process correctly.
If needed, we can arrange for a courier to collect the original documents from your address.
Once everything is complete, you can collect your documents from our office or have them sent back to your address.
With Etnopoint, you can arrange your document translations remotely, with support at every step.
- Initial check: we review your document and the requirements of the country or authority where it will be used.
- Original documents: many sworn translations require originals, but requirements vary by application and destination country.
- Quote: we explain the cost, timeframe and process before we begin.
- Translation and sworn certification: we handle the translation and any steps needed to give it official status.
- Help wherever you are: if we need the originals, you can send them to us without visiting our office.
- Delivery: once everything is complete, you can collect your documents from our office or have them sent straight to your address.
How we work
- Checks before we start: we confirm which translation you need and whether an apostille, legalisation or original documents are required.
- Fewer errors: we check details, names and documents to reduce the risk of issues with the receiving authority.
- End-to-end support: we handle the translation, sworn certification and any related steps.
- Get started remotely: simply contact us by WhatsApp or email.
- Courier collection: if originals are needed, we'll arrange collection from your address.
- Flexible delivery: collect your documents from our office or have them sent straight to your home.
