Q. WHAT IS CERTIFIED TRANSLATION?

A. Certified translation contains an affidavit of translation accuracy written by a qualified translator, a certifier. Translations are not regulated by the US government, and no license is required. Translation can be done by anybody who has a sufficient knowledge of source and target languages, however some organizations, like colleges and universities have their lists of translation agencies.

Q. WHAT IS NOTARIZED TRANSLATION?

A. Certified translation that has a notarized verification of the certifier's signature.

Q. SHOULD A TRANSLATION BE APOSTILLED?

A. No. Apostilles validate public notary.