Personal records
Birth certificates, marriage certificates, divorce certificates, passports, identity cards, police certificates and civil-status records.
Traduction certifiée • French ↔ English
Certified French Translation Services in the UK
French-to-English and English-to-French translation for certificates, passports, legal papers, academic records, medical files, business documents and immigration paperwork.
- French to English
- English to French
- Prepared for official submission
- Digital and postal delivery
Two directions
French to English and English to French
Document checks
Names, dates, stamps and references reviewed
Certified format
Certification statement and provider details
Online ordering
Send clear digital copies from across the UK
In short
What is a certified French translation?
A certified French translation is a complete translation of a French or English document accompanied by a written certification confirming that it is a true and accurate rendering of the source.
It may be needed when a French document is being presented to a UK immigration authority, university, employer, solicitor, court, healthcare provider or another official organisation.
The correct route depends on the recipient. A standard UK certified translation is not automatically the same as a sworn translation requested by an authority in France.
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Accuracy confirmation
A written statement confirms that the translation is a true and accurate rendering of the source document.
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Date and authorised signature
The completed translation identifies when it was certified and includes the appropriate signature.
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Provider details
Contact details allow the receiving organisation to verify who prepared the translation.
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Complete document detail
Names, dates, stamps, seals, references and visible annotations are reflected where legible.
Choose the translation direction
French and English document translation
Select the route that matches the source document and where the finished translation will be submitted.
French source document
French-to-English certified translation
For French documents that must be presented in English to a UK or English-speaking organisation.
- Provide every page requiring translation
- Include the reverse side where relevant
- Keep stamps and seals clearly visible
- Supply passport spellings for names
- Name the organisation receiving the file
- Share any certification instructions
English source document
English-to-French document translation
For English documents intended for a French-speaking organisation, audience or overseas submission.
- State the destination country
- Identify the receiving organisation
- Include any supplied terminology
- Confirm the document’s intended use
- Provide preferred French name spellings
- Mention legalisation or sworn requirements
France-specific requirement
Check whether a sworn translator is required
Some French authorities require a translation prepared by a traducteur assermenté or another translator authorised for the specific procedure.
Send the written instructions, destination authority and document before ordering. The team can then review whether standard certification, a sworn route, notarisation or apostille support appears appropriate.
Documents covered
French document translation services
Personal, legal, academic, immigration, business and medical documents can be reviewed for French-to-English or English-to-French translation.
Legal documents
Contracts, court papers, powers of attorney, witness statements, agreements, legal letters and solicitor documents.
Academic records
Degree certificates, diplomas, transcripts, school records, university letters and professional registration documents.
Immigration files
Certificates, identity evidence, financial documents, supporting letters and other application paperwork.
Business records
Company documents, financial records, insurance papers, corporate correspondence and commercial agreements.
Medical material
Medical reports, prescriptions, patient records, insurance documents and healthcare correspondence.
Choose the correct certification
UK certified translation or French sworn translation?
The terms are sometimes used interchangeably, but the required translator status and certification process can depend on the destination authority.
UK certified translation
Commonly used when a UK organisation asks for a complete English translation accompanied by certification and verifiable translator or company details.
- Accuracy confirmation
- Date of translation
- Translator or company identification
- Signature and contact details
- Full translation of the document
Translation for use in France
Some French administrative and legal procedures require a translator registered with a French court or otherwise authorised for the relevant process.
- Check the exact receiving authority
- Ask whether a traducteur assermenté is required
- Confirm whether the original must be presented
- Check signature or legalisation requirements
- Provide the authority’s written instructions
Do not assume that a standard certified translation,
notarised translation and sworn translation are
interchangeable.
Common reasons for translation
When certified French translation may be needed
French supporting documents being submitted with a UK immigration or visa application.
Degrees, transcripts and academic records for admissions or professional recognition.
Qualifications, identity records and professional documents requested by an employer.
Contracts, statements, court papers and documents being handled by a solicitor.
Birth, marriage and divorce documents used for civil, family or administrative procedures.
Company, financial, insurance, medical and professional correspondence.
Simple online process
How French certified translation works
The document and intended use are reviewed before the final service, price, turnaround and delivery format are confirmed.
Upload the document
Send a clear scan, PDF or readable photograph of every page requiring translation.
Confirm the route
The language direction, intended use, price, turnaround and certification are reviewed.
Translate and check
The translation is prepared and names, dates, stamps and references are compared with the source.
Receive your translation
Receive the certified PDF by email and request a printed copy when required.
Prepare your files
What to send with your document
A complete and readable submission helps the correct service and realistic deadline to be confirmed before work begins.
- A clear image or scan of every relevant page
- The source and target languages
- The receiving country and organisation
- Any written certification instructions
- Your deadline and preferred delivery format
- The reverse side where it contains information
- Preferred spellings for names and places
- Any sworn, notarised or apostille requirement
Published starting information
Pricing and turnaround
The document is reviewed before the final price, expected completion date and certification route are confirmed.
Standard certified translation
From £29.99 per page
The final total depends on the document, length, complexity, language direction and certification requirements.
Standard turnaround
Usually 2–3 working days
Express completion may be available after the file and required service have been reviewed.
Checked before delivery
Quality checks for official French documents
Important details are compared against the source before the certified translation is supplied.
- Personal names and official spellings
- Dates, amounts and reference numbers
- French accents and place names
- Stamps, seals and handwritten annotations
- Repeated terminology across document sets
- Headings and document structure
- Certification and delivery details
Accents and names
Accents, hyphenated names, maiden names and compound place names are retained or translated appropriately.
Civil-status terminology
Registry headings, annotations, document references and administrative terms are handled in context.
Stamps and handwritten entries
Visible and legible seals, signatures, amendments and handwritten information are reflected in the translation.
Document layout
The translated document is arranged clearly so the recipient can compare it with the source.
Useful next steps
Related document and certification services
Popular French documents
Certification and specialist routes
Common questions
French translation FAQs
Answers about certified translators, translation directions, document requirements, turnaround, pricing and submissions to UK or French organisations.
Ask About Your DocumentWhat is a certified French translation?
It is a French-to-English or English-to-French translation supplied with written certification confirming that it is a true and accurate rendering of the source document.
Do I need a certified French translator?
Certification is commonly requested when a French document is being used for immigration, legal, academic, employment or another official purpose. Check the receiving organisation’s exact instructions before ordering.
Do you translate French to English and English to French?
Yes. Both directions are available for personal, legal, academic, medical, business, immigration and other official documents.
Can the translation be submitted to a UK authority?
The translation is prepared with certification and provider details for official submission. Final acceptance remains subject to the instructions of the authority or organisation receiving it.
Do I need a sworn translator for a document used in France?
Some French legal and administrative procedures require a traducteur assermenté or another translator authorised for the procedure. Send the authority’s written instructions so the correct route can be reviewed.
What French documents can be translated?
Common documents include birth, marriage and divorce certificates, police certificates, passports, ID cards, degrees, transcripts, contracts, court papers, medical reports and business records.
How long does certified French translation take?
Standard turnaround is usually 2–3 working days for shorter documents. The confirmed timeline depends on the length, complexity, language direction and certification requirements.
How much does certified French translation cost?
Standard certified translation is published from £29.99 per page. The final price is confirmed after the document, language direction, complexity, deadline and required certification are reviewed.
Do I need to send the original French document?
In most cases, a clear scan, PDF or photograph is enough for assessment and translation. State when an authority has asked to see the original or requires notarisation, legalisation or a sworn translation.
Can French stamps, seals and handwritten notes be translated?
Visible and legible stamps, seals, signatures, handwritten notes, dates, references and annotations are translated or clearly represented in the finished document.
Can I receive a printed copy by post?
Yes. The certified PDF can be delivered by email and a printed hard copy can be arranged when required.
Can several French documents be translated together?
Yes. Uploading related documents together allows the price, turnaround, repeated names and certification requirements to be reviewed as one set.
Ready to begin?
Send your French or English document for review
Include the translation direction, receiving organisation, destination country, deadline and preferred delivery format so the correct service can be confirmed before work starts.