Certified Translation Services in the United States

A certified translation in the United States is a complete and accurate English translation of a foreign-language document accompanied by a signed certification statement from the translator confirming its accuracy and completeness.

U.S. government agencies, courts, universities, and credential evaluation services such as USCIS and WES require certified translations for official submissions.

Notarization is not required unless specifically requested by the receiving authority.

Yes. Certified translation requirements apply nationwide whenever documents are submitted to U.S. federal or state institutions. Acceptance standards are consistent across all 50 states for immigration filings, courts, universities, and official agencies.

For USCIS, a certified translation must be complete, accurate, and accompanied by a signed certification statement from the translator confirming competence and accuracy.
USCIS does not require notarization unless specifically requested.

Certified translation is required when a foreign-language document must be submitted to a U.S. federal or state institution in English.

This typically includes:
• Individuals filing immigration applications with USCIS
• Students applying to U.S. colleges and universities
• Professionals submitting documents for credential evaluation (WES, ECE, and similar agencies)
• Parties filing documents with U.S. courts
• Employers verifying foreign academic or identity documents

If your document will be reviewed by a government agency, court, university, or licensed authority in the United States, a certified translation is generally required.

Carolina Translation Center LLC is a corporate member of the American Translators Association (ATA).

ATA Corporate Member No. M-195319
Valid through December 31, 2026.