mrvgnnc wrote: ↑Fri Aug 28, 2020 10:26 am
Thank you for your response. I have another question in that case if you'd be so kind as to help with.
When translating the document do we need to be careful who we ask to translate it? I imagine it would have to be a reliable service. Would it need to be a government body who translates or can we go to any independent translating company?
My question is there certain criteria a translated document has to meet?
I looked at Appendix FM-SE for guidance on this, it only really talks about translating documents for the financial requirement. I states the following:
(j) Where any specified documents provided are not in English or Welsh, the applicant must provide document in the original language and a full translation that can be independently verified by the Entry Clearance Officer, Immigration Officer or the Secretary of State. The translation must be dated and include:
(i) confirmation that it is an accurate translation of the document;
(ii) the full name and signature of the translator or an authorised official of the translation company;
(iii) the translator or translation company’s contact details; and
(iv) if the applicant is applying for leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain, certification by a qualified translator and details of the translator or translation company’s credentials.
I guess if these criteria are met then it's fine but with it being an official government document, would they be trusting of a translation from any company?
