A statement of accuracy
A signed declaration that the translation is a true, complete and accurate rendering of the original document.
Certified translations for your important documents
Translations that officials, courts and embassies accept
AGATO is a certified translation company in Dubai with ISO 9001 and ISO 17100 certification, and those standards shape every translation we deliver. Whether it is a legal contract, a financial report, an academic transcript or any other important document, our certified translations on company letterhead carry professionalism and give your reader confidence.
What is a company certified translation?
A company certified translation is one that the translation company itself attests. AGATO issues the translation with a signed statement on our own company letterhead confirming that it is a true, complete and accurate rendering of the original, stamped with the AGATO company seal and attached to a copy of the source document. The company, not just the individual translator, stands behind it.
That creates a formal record that universities, employers, banks and academic institutions recognise, as do foreign embassies and authorities in destination countries such as the United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand and across Europe.
When do you need a certified translation?
Certified translations are needed when you plan to immigrate to another country, work or study abroad, submit documents to a UAE court or government department, or when a company does business internationally and must file official documents in another language.
Which certificate you need depends on who is receiving the document. Our company certificate covers most of them, and where an authority insists on a licensed sworn translator or a national accreditation body, we issue that instead.
The certificate
What is on an AGATO company certificate
Every company certified translation leaves our office with the same certificate, so the person receiving it can see at a glance who translated the document and who stands behind it.
The language pair
The source and target language, and the title of the document the certificate belongs to.
The translator
The name and qualification of the professional translator who produced the translation.
Our company letterhead
AGATO’s registered name, office address, telephone number and email, printed on our own letterhead.
A signature
Signed by an authorised AGATO signatory on behalf of the company.
The company stamp
The official AGATO stamp, the mark receiving institutions look for first.
The date and reference
The date of certification and a reference number, so the certificate can be verified with us later.
The original attached
The certificate is attached to a copy of the source document, so the two travel together.
Where the company certificate is accepted
- Universities, colleges and admissions offices
- Employers, HR departments and recruitment agencies
- Banks, insurers and financial institutions
- Foreign embassies and consulates
- Immigration authorities abroad
- Companies, clients and partners in international business
When you need MOJ certification instead
- Dubai Courts and other UAE courts
- Ministries and government departments
- The notary public
- Documents being legalised inside the UAE
AGATO is a Ministry of Justice certified office, so we issue those translations too. See legal translation.
We provide all types of certified translation
The right certification for where your document is going
Every authority has its own requirements. We match the certification to the destination.
| Certification | What it is | Where it is used |
|---|---|---|
| Company certified translation | Attested by AGATO on company letterhead, with our stamp, signature and statement of accuracy | Universities, employers, banks, embassies and authorities abroad |
| MOJ certified translation | Stamped and signed by a translator licensed by the UAE Ministry of Justice | UAE courts, ministries, government departments, many embassies |
| NAATI certified translation | Translated by a translator accredited by Australia’s national authority | Australian visas, immigration, registration and study |
| NZSTI certified translation | Certified to the standard of the New Zealand Society of Translators and Interpreters | New Zealand immigration and official use |
| Translation affidavit | A sworn statement of the translator’s competence and the translation’s accuracy | Transcripts, diplomas and official copies for authorities abroad |
| Certified and notarised translation | A certified translation with the certification verified by a notary public | Authorities and institutions that require notarisation |
Certified legal documents
Your legal documents are in expert hands. We are experts not only because we speak your language, but because we understand the legal terminology involved in every official purpose. We provide certified translations and translation affidavits for all legal documents, including birth certificates, driving licences and passports.
Certified and notarised translations for
- Immigration and visa applications
- Government agencies
- Court proceedings
- Law firms
- Universities and employers
- Every other official purpose
Documents
Documents we certify most often
Personal, academic, legal and corporate documents, certified for official use.
Passports and ID documents
Passports, national IDs and residency documents for immigration and official applications.
Birth certificates
For residency, school admission, passports and family visas.
Marriage and divorce certificates
For spouse visas, name changes, custody and remarriage abroad.
Death certificates
For inheritance, insurance claims, pensions and estate matters.
Academic transcripts and diplomas
For university admission, equivalency and professional registration.
Driving licences
For converting a foreign licence or driving abroad.
Medical records
For treatment abroad, insurance and healthcare licensing.
Adoption papers
For international adoption proceedings and family records.
Powers of attorney
To grant legal authority in another country or jurisdiction.
Corporate documents
Trade licences, articles of association, board resolutions and agreements.
Deeds and wills
Property deeds, bills of sale, wills and estate documents.
Employment certificates
Experience letters and job certifications for work visas and licensing.
Notarisation, apostille and legalization
Ready for official use abroad
If you are working abroad, moving to another country or studying overseas, a translation alone may not be enough. Many destinations also require the translated document to be notarised, apostilled or legalized by an embassy before they accept it.
Preparing documents for international use can be tiring, laborious and expensive, and the requirements vary widely with the purpose of your trip and where you are going. The documents involved range from powers of attorney and adoption papers to marriage certificates and divorce decrees.
We assist with apostille and legalization alongside your certified translation, so your documents are ready for official international use and guaranteed acceptance. Read which documents are and are not apostilled, and what a notarised translation is.
Documents that often need an apostille
- Birth certificates
- Corporate documents
- College diplomas and transcripts
- Deeds, wills and agreements
- Bills of sale
- Job certifications
- Adoption papers
- All other legal documents
How it works
How to get a certified translation
Fast, professional human translation through a streamlined process.
Send your document
Upload a clear scan or photo, email it or send it on WhatsApp.
Tell us where it is going
We confirm the certification the authority needs, the price and the delivery time.
Professional translation
A qualified human translator translates it and matches the original layout.
Review
A second linguist checks names, dates, numbers and terminology.
Certification
The certificate is issued on AGATO letterhead, signed and stamped, with notarisation or apostille if required.
Delivery
You receive a PDF by email, with a hard copy on request.
Why AGATO
A certified translation company for more than 20 years
FAQ
Certified translation questions, answered
What is a company certified translation?
A company certified translation is a complete and accurate translation that AGATO attests on its own company letterhead. It is issued with a signed statement confirming the translation is true and complete, the AGATO company stamp, the translator’s details and the date, attached to a copy of the original document. It creates a record that universities, employers, banks, embassies and authorities can rely on.
Is a company certified translation the same as an MOJ certified translation?
No. A company certified translation is attested by AGATO as a translation company. A Ministry of Justice certified translation is stamped and signed by a translator individually licensed by the UAE Ministry of Justice, and that is what Dubai Courts, ministries and government departments require. We provide both, so tell us where the document is going and we will issue the right one.
Who signs and stamps my certified translation?
The certificate is signed by an authorised AGATO signatory and carries the AGATO company stamp, together with the name of the translator who produced the translation. For Ministry of Justice certified translations the licensed translator signs and stamps the document personally.
Is a company certified translation accepted by UAE courts?
For Dubai Courts, ministries and government departments in the UAE, a Ministry of Justice certified translation is required rather than a company certificate. We are a Ministry of Justice certified office and provide those translations as well, so you can order either from us.
What is a translation affidavit?
An affidavit of translation is a sworn statement affirming that the translator is competent to translate the document and has translated it accurately, in line with industry standards. Authorities often ask for one with translated school and university transcripts, diplomas and copies of official documents.
What is the difference between a certified and a notarised translation?
A certified translation is guaranteed by the translator or translation company. A notarised translation adds a notary public’s verification of the signature on the certification. Some authorities abroad ask for notarisation; we can provide certified and notarised translations when your document needs it.
Can you help with apostille or legalization?
Yes. Depending on the country your documents are going to, they may need an apostille or embassy legalization after translation. We tell you which applies and assist with the process so your documents are ready for official use abroad.
Will my certified translation be accepted abroad?
Yes. Tell us where the document is going and we issue the certification that destination requires, with guaranteed acceptance. Our certified translations are recognised by foreign embassies and authorities in destinations including the United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand and Europe. For the United States we provide USCIS accepted certified translations, for Australia NAATI certified translations, and for New Zealand NZSTI certified translations.
Which languages do you provide certified translation in?
Certified translation in more than 120 languages, covering all common world languages, with Arabic to English and English to Arabic the most requested.
How long does it take to get a certified translation?
Certificates and other short documents in common language pairs are typically ready in about four hours when received during office hours, and most other documents within 24 to 48 hours. For large projects we split the work between translators while keeping quality consistent, so even a project of several hundred pages can usually be completed in about a week. We confirm the timeline before we start.
Can I get a certified translation online?
Yes. Upload a clear scan or photo of your document through the quote form, approve the quote, and receive your certified translation as a PDF by email. A stamped hard copy is available on request.
What are the ways of payment?
We accept Visa and Mastercard, PayPal, cash, cheque, money order, and payment in person at our office.
Where are you located?
Our main office is at Office 2101, Latifa Tower, Sheikh Zayed Road, Trade Centre, Dubai, United Arab Emirates. We also have offices in Jordan, Egypt and New Zealand, and provide translations through partners in Australia, Austria, Canada and the United States.
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