Certified translation

Certified Russian document translation

Certified and notarized translations from Russian and Ukrainian into English — on official letterhead, with a signed Certificate of Translation Accuracy. In business since 2007.

4.8 out of 5 · 137 customer reviews

$25 for standard certificates

Birth, marriage and divorce certificates from Russian or Ukrainian into English. All other documents and languages: send them to us and we'll email you the exact price. Notarization included.

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USCIS acceptedCourts, colleges, SSA
Notarization includedIn the price
Certificate of accuracyOn official letterhead
Professional translatorsNative Russian speakers
Since 2007

You can trust us with your certified translation

You can trust us with your certified Russian to English translation needs — we have been in the Russian translation business since 2007. We focus on the certified translation of documents in Russian and Ukrainian, mostly from the former Soviet republics: Russia, Ukraine, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan.

Our translations are performed by a team of highly qualified native Russian translators who are fluent in English. The translation process includes several levels of review covering grammar, syntax, and the correct spelling of names and geographical locations. We are very particular about word choice and usage, and that is what makes us stand out from the crowd.

Russian birth certificate prepared for certified translation
What you get

A fully translated English document

A certified translation from us is considered a fully translated English-language document and is presented on official letterhead. It comes with a Certificate of Translation that includes the certifier's name, signature, address and date of certification. We also sign a statement confirming that the translation is complete and accurate, and that we are competent to perform the translation. Each translation is also notarized.

The USCIS instructions do not expressly require translations to be notarized. In our experience, however, the translator's certification is usually expected to be notarized, so it is worth keeping in mind when you submit translations — it helps ensure they are accepted without questions.

We can email the translated documents to you in as little as one or two days. Our translations are accepted by USCIS; local, state and federal courts; schools, community colleges and universities; the U.S. Social Security Administration; American banks, insurance companies and hospitals; and credential evaluation agencies.

Our certified translation service helps you avoid delays in the application process for your key supporting documents.

  • Notarization included in the price
  • Fast turnaround — we work on weekends, too
  • Excellent customer service
  • USCIS acceptance
  • Certificate of translation accuracy
  • Made by professional translators
  • $25 for standard birth, marriage & divorce certificates (RU/UA → EN)
How to order

Four simple steps

  1. Send your documents

    Scan or photograph your document — we accept all file types. Email it to us or send it on WhatsApp.

  2. Make a payment

    We email the price, turnaround and payment details. Pay by card, PayPal or Zelle, and send the English spelling of names.

  3. Review the draft

    We send a draft so you can check that names, dates and details match your other documents.

  4. Done!

    Receive your certified, notarized translation as a PDF by email, or by mail with wet signatures and stamps.

We do it all

From a basic birth certificate to a complicated legal document

Excellent customer service, affordable pricing and inside-out knowledge of the translation industry reflect the vibrancy of our language service.

Vital records translation

Vital records

Certified translations of government-issued records of life events — birth certificates, marriage certificates, death certificates, divorce certificates, name change certificates and adoption certificates — are required for immigration, proof of identity and submission to courts. These translations must be accurate and grammatically correct.

Education document translation

Education documents

If you want to continue your education, apply for a job, receive a professional license or immigrate to the U.S., you will need to translate your university diplomas, transcripts, academic records and high school diplomas. Our certified translations are widely used for submissions to credential evaluation agencies such as ECE, WES, ECFMG and IERF.

Legal document translation

Legal documents

Legal translation must be precise, and we know how to translate all types of legal documents accurately and efficiently. The documents we work with most often are divorce decrees, prenuptial agreements, non-disclosure agreements, patents, licenses and police certificates. Our translations are backed by an affidavit of translation accuracy.

Other document translation

Other documents

We provide accurate, high-quality translations of every type of document and strive for 100% defect-free work — passports, driver's licenses, police certificates, vaccination records, military record books, employment record books, tax forms and title certificates.

Good to know

Certified translation nuances

What is a certified translation?

A certified translation of a Russian-language document into English is needed when the original is not in English and has to be presented or submitted to an English-speaking audience or authority. This is often required for legal, academic or immigration purposes, and it ensures that the information in the original Russian record is properly conveyed in English.

A certified translation includes a statement signed by one of our translators or an agency representative attesting to the accuracy and completeness of the translation. With a certified translation from us, the English version of your birth or marriage certificate is valid and meets the requirements of USCIS, U.S. colleges and universities, evaluation agencies, medical offices, U.S. employers and other organizations.

We translate exactly what's in the original

We translate only what is in the original document and do not add or remove any content. Our translations are complete and match the original exactly.

For example, if a birth certificate includes a person's full name with a patronymic, we keep the patronymic in the translation — even if your American documents or forms don't include one. This keeps the translation as close to the original as possible and ensures it is accepted as accurate by all relevant authorities and organizations.

Translations for the DMV

When submitting a certified translation or a letter of verification form to a DMV office, we highly recommend including a statement that the document was not translated by a family member, friend or business associate. This helps the DMV officer accept the translation as valid and reliable, and helps prevent any suspicion of fraud or misrepresentation of the translated content.

We don't work with originals

We work exclusively with digital copies or scans of your documents, never with the original paper copies. This way there is no risk of your originals being damaged or lost in the mail, and we can provide fast, safe service without putting your important documents at risk.

Based in Chicago, serving the whole US

Let's get in touch

We provide translation and interpreting services in all major US cities, with certified translations done in Chicago, IL. Our translators and interpreters are experienced, professional and highly qualified, and our translations are accurate and reliable. All hard copies are mailed directly to you from our location in Chicago.

We answer on weekends, too

Emails and phone calls — even on weekends and holidays. Don't hesitate to reach out!

Reviews

What our customers say

“Thank you for quick and accurate translation of my birth certificate. The manager asked all the right questions and helped me get the documents quickly, and the price was less than the other competitors. I highly recommend this service.”
Galina PripilitskyScottsdale, AZ
“The translation of my power of attorney was done very well and fast. Their prices are very affordable. Do not be afraid to contact them. 100% positive company.”
Irada WillisHigh Point, NC

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