Sworn translators
Sworn translators for your documents
Sworn in, sworn, authorised: three words for the same thing. A court has vetted the person and publicly appointed them. Only their appointment constitutes taking up office.
- Appointed by a German court
- Valid throughout Germany
- Appointment checked before the first assignment
What the title means
Sworn in, sworn in, authorised
Three different terms, depending on the federal state. They all refer to the same court order, which is valid throughout Germany.
Translator or interpreter
Translators work in writing, whilst interpreters work orally. You will need a translator for a certificate.
How an authority recognises this
A certification note beneath the translation, together with a stamp and a signature including the name and court.
How certification worksAnyone who has taken the exam
The court assesses language skills and suitability before appointing and swearing in anyone. The title is not a self-declaration.
How we make our selection
Check order
We only accept those who have been publicly appointed by a German court, and we verify this beforehand.
Assign by subject
Every job is assigned to someone with the relevant language combination and experience with that type of document.
Check before dispatch
Completeness, correct spelling of names, formalities. These are the three reasons why government departments reject applications.
Are you a self-sworn translator looking for work?
We work with a network of sworn translators, offering fixed rates, predictable deadlines and monthly invoicing. If you’d like to work with us, you can find the terms and conditions on the ‘Become a Translator’ page.
Have a certificate translated
Frequently Asked Questions
Only translators sworn in by a German court. Their certification is recognised throughout Germany and in the EU.
Authorities and courts only accept a translation if it comes from a court sworn translator and carries their certification note. That is what confirms it is correct.
We translate into and out of {sprachen} languages, among them English, Turkish, Arabic, Russian, French, Spanish, Italian and Polish. Your language is missing? Just ask us.
Usually as a PDF within 2 to 4 working days. With Express we deliver overnight. The certified original by post follows 1 to 3 working days later, depending on the shipping option.
For translators
Sworn translator?Work with us.
We are looking for court-sworn translators for all languages. You receive orders in your language pair, deliver through the partner portal and see your credit notes every month.
- Free and without obligation
- No minimum volume
- Orders matching your language pair
How to apply
- Register in the partner portal
- Upload proof of your sworn status
- We check and activate your account