Definition
A sworn translation is a translation prepared or certified by a translator who holds a special official status under national law, often through a court, ministry, or regulated professional register. Some immigration authorities accept only sworn translations for civil-status documents, court records, and certain qualification papers. The exact meaning varies by country, so applicants should confirm whether an ordinary certified translation is enough or whether a sworn translator is mandatory.
Related terms
Apostille
A certification attached to a public document so it can be accepted abroad under the Hague Apostille Convention without full consular legalisation.
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Certified Translation
A translation accompanied by a signed certification that it is complete and accurate for official use in an immigration or legal file.
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Legalisation
A process that authenticates a foreign document for official use abroad when an apostille is not available or not accepted.
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