Certified Birth Certificate Translation for USCIS | $18/page | 100% Accepted

Translate your foreign birth certificate to English starting at $18/page by ATA-certified professional translators. Delivered in 24–48 hours and guaranteed acceptance by USCIS.

 

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Birth Certificate Translation Requirements for USCIS

USCIS requires that any foreign-language birth certificate submitted with an immigration 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.

⚠️ Important: Missing or inaccurate translations can result in processing delays, Requests for Evidence (RFEs), or outright application rejections.

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$18/ page

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$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 documents, 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 document & 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 & certification are delivered to you

Why Thousands Trust USCIS Translations

Our Credentials & Expertise

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ATA Corporate MemberAmerican Translators Association (ATA) • Membership No. 280493
USCIS ComplianceCertified translations prepared strictly according to federal immigration requirements
Professional ReviewMulti-step quality assurance process for linguistic and formatting accuracy

Commitment to Professional Standards

As an ATA member, we strictly adhere to professional translation standards and ethical practices. Our certified translations are prepared to meet the high bars set by USCIS, federal courts, universities, and government agencies throughout the United States.

Proven Experience

We have successfully completed more than 15,000 certified document translations for clients globally. Our core expertise includes:

  • Birth & Marriage Certificates
  • Death Certificates & Divorce Decrees
  • Passports & Immigration Documents
  • Academic Transcripts & Diplomas

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Spanish to English

“Excellent service! My birth certificate translation was accepted by USCIS without any issues. Fast turnaround and professional communication.”

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Arabic to English

“Highly recommended. The translation was accurate, affordable, and delivered within 24 hours.”

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Ukrainian to English

“Needed a certified birth certificate translation urgently for my green card application. USCIS Translations delivered exactly what I needed.”

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is a certified birth certificate translation for USCIS?

A certified birth certificate translation is a complete, word-for-word English translation of your birth certificate accompanied by a signed Certificate of Translation Accuracy. USCIS requires certified translations to verify that the translation is accurate and completed by a qualified translator.

Yes. If your birth certificate is not in English, USCIS requires a complete certified English translation. The translation must be submitted along with a copy of the original document when filing immigration applications such as Form I-485, Form I-130, citizenship applications, and other USCIS petitions.

No. USCIS recommends using an independent translator. Self-translations may raise concerns about accuracy and could result in requests for additional evidence. Using a professional certified translation service helps avoid unnecessary delays.

Common reasons USCIS rejects translations include: missing certification statement, incomplete translation of text, omitted stamps, seals, or annotations, translation errors, illegible source documents, and missing translator information.

Our certified birth certificate 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.

Most birth certificate translations are completed within 24 hours and delivered digitally in PDF format. Expedited same-day service may be available for urgent immigration deadlines.

No. A clear scan or high-resolution photo of your birth certificate is sufficient. Simply upload your document online, and our translators will prepare your certified translation.

We provide certified birth certificate translations in more than 100 languages, including Spanish, Hindi, Punjabi, Gujarati, Tamil, Telugu, Chinese, Russian, Arabic, Portuguese, French, Korean, and Japanese.

Yes. We regularly translate birth certificates issued in India, including documents written in Hindi, Marathi, Gujarati, Punjabi, Tamil, Telugu, Bengali, Malayalam, and other regional languages.

Yes. We provide USCIS-compliant certified translations of Mexican birth certificates and other civil documents issued in Spanish.

A certified translation includes a signed statement confirming the linguistic accuracy of the document and the translator’s credentials. A notarized translation includes an additional notary public signature acknowledging the identity of the person signing the certification. USCIS does not require notarization for standard immigration forms such as Form I-485 or Form I-130; an ATA-certified translation fulfills all federal guidelines.

Yes. Our certified translations are prepared according to USCIS translation requirements and include the certification statement required for immigration applications.

Yes. Certified birth certificate translations are commonly accepted for visa applications, passport applications, naturalization cases, green card applications, and other official purposes.

Many clients also request certified translations of marriage certificates, divorce decrees, passports, police certificates, academic transcripts, diplomas, and immigration records.

Simply upload a clear copy of your birth certificate, place your order online, and receive your USCIS-compliant certified translation by email, often within 24 hours.

You can order a certified birth certificate translation entirely online from anywhere in the United States. There is no need to visit a local office. Simply upload your document and receive your certified translation by email.

For a green card application, USCIS requires a complete English translation of any foreign-language birth certificate. The translation must include a signed certification statement confirming its accuracy.

Yes. If your supporting documents are not in English, USCIS requires certified translations when submitting Form I-485 (Adjustment of Status) or Form I-130 (Petition for Alien Relative).

A USCIS birth certificate translation should include all text from the original document, including stamps, seals, signatures, handwritten notes, and official annotations, along with a signed Certificate of Translation Accuracy.

Yes. USCIS generally accepts certified translations provided in PDF format, provided they include the required certification statement and accurately reflect the original document.

Yes. We are an official corporate member of the American Translators Association (ATA), Member ID #280493. Every certified English translation we deliver is prepared by qualified language professionals and includes our official ATA credentials on the signed Certificate of Translation Accuracy, ensuring 100% acceptance by USCIS.

Sample certified translations

Before placing your order, you can review a sample certified translation to understand the exact layout used for USCIS 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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Author: Shweta Choubey, Translation Services Coordinator (LinkedIn)

Shweta Choubey is a Translation Project Manager overseeing 10k+ translation projects annually for government agencies including USCIS and the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Consular Affairs (Passport Services). Her work sits at the intersection of certified translation, regulatory compliance, and large-scale linguistic operations..

Last Updated: July 30, 2026

Our content is reviewed regularly to accurately reflect current USCIS translation requirements and shifting industry best practices.

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What is a Certified Birth Certificate Translation?

A certified birth certificate translation is a formal, word-for-word English rendering of a foreign-language birth certificate, accompanied by a signed Certificate of Translation Accuracy. This service provides official, legally recognized documentation required by immigration authorities to verify vital statistics records originally issued in non-English jurisdictions. Prepared by qualified language professionals, these translations strictly adhere to federal compliance frameworks to guarantee acceptance by government bodies.

How to Translate a Birth Certificate for Immigration

Our translations are prepared strictly according to USCIS requirements and are fully suitable for immigration, visa, passport, and legal purposes.

Birth Certificate Translation Cost & Turnaround

Why Thousands Trust USCIS Translations

As an ATA member, we strictly adhere to professional translation standards and ethical practices. Our certified translations are prepared to meet the high bars set by USCIS, federal courts, universities, and government agencies throughout the United States. We have successfully completed more than 15,000 certified document translations for clients globally.

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Editorial Policy

Every translation goes through a second-reviewer check for names, dates, figures, and institutional terminology before delivery. We follow the ATA’s Code of Ethics and Professional Practice. Our content is monitored and updated dynamically to accurately reflect current USCIS translation guidelines and shifting industry best practices.

Last Reviewed by Editorial Team: June 22, 2026

About the Author

Shweta Choubey is a Translation Project Manager overseeing 10k+ translation projects annually for government agencies including USCIS and the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Consular Affairs (Passport Services). Her work sits at the intersection of certified translation, regulatory compliance, and large-scale linguistic operations.

📅 Last Updated: August 21, 2026