Certified Academic Transcript Translation for USCIS & Universities

Professional Academic Transcript Translation — Starting at $18/page

Translate your foreign academic transcript to English starting at $18/page by ATA-certified professional translators. Delivered in 24–48 hours and guaranteed acceptance by USCIS, universities, and credential evaluators.

 

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Academic Transcript Translation Requirements

USCIS, universities, and credential evaluation agencies require that any foreign-language academic transcript submitted with an application be accompanied by a complete English translation and a certification from the translator. This certification must confirm that the translation is accurate and that the translator is competent to translate.

Under 8 CFR § 103.2(b)(3), USCIS requires a full English translation with a signed certification of accuracy and competency for any foreign-language document submitted with an immigration application — including academic transcripts used to support H-1B, EB-2, EB-3, OPT, or Diversity Visa applications.

⚠️ Important: Missing, incomplete, or improperly certified transcript translations can result in processing delays, Requests for Evidence (RFEs), rejected university applications, or credential evaluations returned as “incomplete.”

How to Translate an Academic Transcript:

  1. Upload: Provide a clear copy or high-resolution scan of your transcript, mark sheet, or diploma.
  2. Select: Choose your language pair and any add-ons (notarization, physical delivery).
  3. Receive: Get a professionally translated document along with a signed Certificate of Translation Accuracy.

Our translations are prepared strictly according to USCIS, university, and NACES-member evaluator requirements and are fully suitable for immigration, admissions, credential evaluation, and licensing purposes.

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When Academic Transcript Translation Is Required

USCIS & Immigration:
  • H-1B specialty occupation petitions (evidence of qualifying degree)
  • EB-2 National Interest Waiver (evidence of advanced degree)
  • EB-3 skilled worker petitions (evidence of bachelor’s degree)
  • OPT and academic visa applications
  • Diversity Visa (DV lottery) — education verification
  • U.S. university undergraduate and graduate admissions
  • Transfer credit evaluations
  • Scholarship and fellowship applications
  • WES (World Education Services)
  • ECE (Educational Credential Evaluators)
  • All NACES-member credential evaluation organizations
  • Medical licensing boards (ECFMG, USMLE pathway)
  • Engineering boards (NCEES)
  • Teaching certification boards
  • Nursing and healthcare licensing boards

Academic Records We Translate

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Spanish

Mexico & Latin America

Transcripts from Mexico, Guatemala, El Salvador, Honduras, Colombia, Cuba & Dominican Republic. Certified translator seal & signature included. Accepted by all universities and USCIS field offices.

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Chinese

China & Taiwan

Simplified & Traditional Chinese academic records. Transcripts and diplomas from mainland China, Taiwan & Hong Kong. Full notarization support available.

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Hindi & Regional

India

Mark sheets in Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, Marathi, Gujarati, Punjabi, Bengali & Malayalam. CGPA, percentage & grade-point notation preserved exactly as issued.

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Filipino / Tagalog

Philippines

Transcript of Records (TOR) and diploma translations. CHED-issued academic documents. 100% USCIS and university acceptance guarantee.

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Vietnamese

Vietnam

Vietnamese university and secondary school transcripts. Certified translation with notarization available. 24-hour turnaround, rush delivery available.

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Korean

South Korea

Korean university transcript and diploma translations. Grade conversion notation preserved as issued. ATA-certified translators available.

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Russian & Ukrainian

Russia / Ukraine

Academic records from Russia, Ukraine, Belarus, Kazakhstan & Uzbekistan. Cyrillic script expert translators. Embassy-legalized document support.

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Portuguese

Brazil & Portugal

Brazilian university transcript (histórico escolar) translations. Portugal, Cape Verde, Angola academic records. Certified translation in 24 hours.

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Sample certified translations

Before placing your order, you can review a sample certified translation to understand the exact layout used for USCIS and university submissions. Every official document we deliver includes:

  • A complete, word-for-word English translation matching the original layout
  • A formal Translator Certification Statement
  • Official ATA credentials and signatures on the Certificate of Translation Accuracy
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Professional certified translation but, for less!

Transparent Pricing — Our certified academic transcript translation service costs only $18 per page (up to 250 words, including numbers), with no hidden fees.

Fast Delivery — Most standard transcript translations are completed within 24 hours and delivered digitally in PDF format. Expedited 12–24hr service is available for urgent deadlines.

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$18/ page

Optional Add-ons

Others

$25- $30/Page

How Does It Work?

Step 1: Upload your birth certificate document for certified translation

Upload Documents & Place Order Online

Enter your details, select your language pair, upload your transcript, and add any optional services to get started with your translation process.

Step 3: Download your certified birth certificate translation for USCIS

Translation & Review

A professional translator carefully translates your transcript, including all grades, coursework, and institutional details, and we make it available to you for review & approval.

Step 2: ATA-certified translator reviews your birth certificate

Certified Translation Delivered

The final translated document & Certificate of Translation Accuracy are delivered to you.

Academic Transcript Translation Services You Can Trust

We are a leading USCIS-certified translation provider in the United States. Over 15,000 immigration and academic documents translated — each one accepted by USCIS, universities, credential evaluators, and licensing boards.

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Translations prepared per 8 CFR 103.2(b)(3), accepted by USCIS, universities, and every NACES-member credential evaluator. No exceptions.

🔍 Multi-Step Quality Review

Rigorous linguistic and formatting QA on every document, including grade tables and grading-scale notation, delivered with a signed Certificate of Accuracy.

Accepted Everywhere: USCIS · Universities · WES / ECE / NACES · Licensing Boards (NCEES, ECFMG, Nursing & Teaching Boards)

Why Thousands Trust USCIS Translations

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Proven Experience: We have successfully completed more than 15,000 certified document translations for clients globally. Our core expertise includes: Academic Transcripts & Diplomas, Mark Sheets & School Leaving Certificates, Birth & Marriage Certificates, and Passports & Immigration Documents.

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Bengali to English

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“My university mark sheets were translated quickly and accepted by WES without any issues. Great communication from start to finish.”

— Rina D.

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Japanese to English

★★★★★

“Needed my transcript translated fast for an OPT application. Accurate, professional, and delivered ahead of schedule.”

— Kenji T.

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Amharic to English ★★★★★

“Used this service for my graduate school application. The certified translation was accepted right away by the admissions office.”

— Selam M.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is a certified academic transcript translation?
A certified academic transcript translation is a complete, word-for-word English translation of your transcript, mark sheet, or academic record, accompanied by a signed Certificate of Translation Accuracy. USCIS, universities, and credential evaluators require certified translations to verify that the translation is accurate and completed by a qualified translator.
2. Does USCIS require a certified translation of my academic transcript?
Yes. If your transcript is not in English, USCIS requires a complete certified English translation under 8 CFR § 103.2(b)(3). The translation must be submitted along with a copy of the original document for petitions such as H-1B, EB-2, EB-3, OPT, and other USCIS filings that rely on educational evidence.
3. Do U.S. universities accept certified translations for admissions?
Yes. Most U.S. universities accept certified translations of foreign academic transcripts for admissions review. Check with your specific institution for any additional requirements, such as a sealed envelope or direct submission from the translation provider.
4. Will my translated transcript be accepted by WES or NACES evaluators?
Yes. Our certified translations meet the requirements of WES, ECE, and all NACES-member credential evaluation organizations. We recommend confirming specific format requirements with your evaluator before ordering.
5. Can I translate my own academic transcript?
No. USCIS and most universities require an independent, professional translator. Self-translations or translations from a friend or relative can raise accuracy concerns and may result in a rejected application or a Request for Evidence (RFE).
6. Why do credential evaluators or USCIS reject transcript translations?
Common reasons include a missing certification statement, incomplete translation of grade tables or course names, omitted stamps or seals, incorrect grading-scale notation, illegible source documents, and missing translator information.
7. How much does a certified academic transcript translation cost?
Our certified academic transcript translation service costs only $18 per page, with no hidden fees. Every translation includes a signed Certificate of Translation Accuracy and is accepted by USCIS, universities, and credential evaluators.
8. How long does it take to receive my certified transcript translation?
Most academic transcript translations are completed within 24 hours and delivered digitally in PDF format. Expedited 12–24hr service is available for urgent application deadlines.
9. Do I need to mail my original transcript?
No. A clear scan or high-resolution photo of your transcript is sufficient. Simply upload your document online, and our translators will prepare your certified translation.
10. Which languages do you support for academic transcript translation?
We provide certified academic transcript translations in more than 100 languages, including Spanish, Hindi, Punjabi, Gujarati, Tamil, Telugu, Chinese, Russian, Arabic, Portuguese, French, Korean, and Japanese.
11. Do you translate Indian mark sheets and transcripts?
Yes. We regularly translate mark sheets, transcripts, and academic records issued in India, including documents in Hindi, Marathi, Gujarati, Punjabi, Tamil, Telugu, Bengali, and Malayalam, from state boards, CBSE, and all Indian universities.
12. Can you translate transcripts with different grading systems (CGPA, percentage, or GPA)?
Yes. We translate the grade values exactly as they appear on your original transcript, including CGPA, percentage, and letter-grade systems. For a formal grade-scale conversion or equivalency, we recommend requesting a credential evaluation (such as WES) in addition to translation.
13. How are pages counted for transcript translation?
A page is defined as 250 words or less, including numbers. Transcripts with dense grade tables often run more than one page. If you aren't sure of your page count, request a free quote — we'll provide the page count along with the estimated turnaround time and total price.
14. What is the difference between a certified translation and a notarized translation?
A certified translation includes a signed statement confirming the accuracy of the translation. A notarized translation includes an additional notary acknowledgment. Most USCIS filings, universities, and evaluators require certified translations and do not require notarization.
15. Will your certified academic transcript translations be accepted by USCIS?
Yes. Our certified translations are prepared according to USCIS translation requirements under 8 CFR § 103.2(b)(3) and include the certification statement required for immigration filings that rely on educational documentation.
16. Can I use the same transcript translation for a visa, university application, and licensing board?
Yes. Certified academic transcript translations are commonly accepted for university admissions, immigration petitions (H-1B, EB-2, EB-3, OPT), credential evaluations, and professional licensing board applications (NCEES, ECFMG, nursing and teaching boards).
17. What documents are commonly translated along with academic transcripts?
Many clients also request certified translations of diplomas, degree certificates, school leaving certificates, Ministry of Education equivalency letters, course outlines and syllabi, birth certificates, and passports.
18. How do I order a certified academic transcript translation online?
Simply upload a clear copy of your transcript, place your order online, and receive your certified translation by email, often within 24 hours.
19. Where can I get a certified academic transcript translation near me?
You can order a certified academic transcript translation entirely online from anywhere in the United States. There's no need to visit a local office — upload your document and receive your certified translation by email.
20. Do you translate diplomas and degree certificates too?
Yes. In addition to transcripts and mark sheets, we translate diplomas, degree certificates, school leaving certificates, and Ministry of Education equivalency letters using the same certification process.
21. What should a USCIS or university academic transcript translation include?
A complete transcript translation should include all text from the original document — course names, grades, credit hours, dates, institutional stamps, seals, and signatures — along with a signed Certificate of Translation Accuracy.

Shweta Choubey

Translation Services Coordinator

Shweta works closely with a vetted network of professional translators and reviewers specializing in certified translations for immigration, academic, and legal purposes.

Last Updated: July 23, 2026  ·  Our content is reviewed regularly to accurately reflect current USCIS, university, and credential-evaluator translation requirements.

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