Sworn translation in Italy
A translation that is formally sworn before the competent court registrar. The translator signs an oath statement confirming the faithful translation of the original document.
Official translations for Italy and abroad
Sworn, certified and officially recognized translations
We translate official documents for courts, municipalities, universities, consulates, embassies, immigration offices, companies and foreign authorities. We review the document and recommend the appropriate procedure.
Official services
Sworn or certified translation: which one do you need?
Certified translation
A translation accompanied by a signed statement of accuracy and conformity. It is frequently requested by universities, companies, consulates and authorities outside Italy.
Requirements depend on the receiving authority and destination country. Clients should always verify whether a sworn translation, certification, Apostille or legalization is required.
Workflow
How the service works
- 1
Send the document
Share a readable scan by form, email or WhatsApp and specify the destination country and receiving authority.
- 2
Receive analysis and timing
We assess languages, pages, legibility, required procedure, administrative costs and delivery method.
- 3
Translation and formalization
The linguist translates the complete document, including relevant stamps, signatures and seals, before the sworn or certified procedure.
- 4
Receive the file
We send a digital copy and, where required, the original paper file by tracked courier.
Document types
Documents we frequently translate
The service covers personal, academic, legal, tax, medical and corporate documents.
- Birth, marriage, death and family-status certificates
- Residence, citizenship and civil-registry documents
- Criminal records, police certificates and pending-charge certificates
- Tax declarations, bank statements and financial documentation
- Diplomas, degrees, transcripts, exam records and academic programmes
- Passports, identity cards, driving licences and residence permits
- Notarial deeds, powers of attorney, judgments and contracts
- Financial statements, company registrations and corporate documents
- Medical reports, health certificates and clinical records
- Professional certificates, patents and application documents
Swearing procedure
The Italian sworn-translation procedure
The translation must reproduce the source document in full. Stamps, seals, logos, watermarks and signatures must be translated or described; illegible elements are marked accordingly.
The file normally includes the original document or accepted copy, the translation and the oath statement. Procedures may vary according to the competent office and intended destination.
Delivery
What you receive
- Complete translation in the agreed format
- Oath statement for sworn translations
- Statement of conformity for certified translations
- Digital copy by email
- Tracked delivery of original paper documents when required
Quotation
Timing and costs
The quotation depends on the language pair, number of pages, text density, document type and required procedure. Fast delivery may be available for many combinations, subject to administrative steps.
Sworn translations may require court fees and Italian revenue stamps. The applicable amount, exemptions and procedure must be confirmed for each file and competent office.
Online quotation
Configure your sworn translation
Select languages, page count and deadline. You can upload the document or paste the text; the administrative procedure will still be reviewed by the project manager.
Document assessment
Send your documents and receive a quotation
Attach a readable scan and specify the receiving authority, destination country and deadline. We will assess whether sworn translation, certification, Apostille or legalisation is required.
- Up to 5 files, with a maximum total size of 15 MB
- Automatic confirmation sent by email
- Documents are not stored by the form
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Are sworn and certified translations the same?
No. A sworn translation is formally sworn before a registrar, while a certified translation includes a signed accuracy statement. The receiving authority decides which form it accepts.
Do you need the original document?
It depends on the competent office, document and receiving authority. A scan is sufficient for a quotation; we confirm original-document requirements before starting.
Can you assist with Apostille or legalization?
We review the request and explain the available route. Apostille and legalization are separate procedures governed by the competent authority.
How long does it take?
Translation may be completed quickly, but swearing, Apostille and shipping can affect total timing. The quotation will state a realistic schedule.
Do you ship documents?
Yes. When a paper file is required, we use tracked courier delivery and also provide a digital copy by email.
Have your document assessed
Send a readable scan and specify the destination country, receiving authority and deadline. We will identify the appropriate translation procedure.