What is a certified translation?

A translation accompanied by a signed declaration from the translation agency stating that the translation is complete and accurate, issued on letterhead with the translator's credentials and contact details. It is the standard required by USCIS, universities, and most institutions abroad.

Is a certified translation from Israel accepted by USCIS?

Yes. USCIS requires a certification by the translator or agency attesting to completeness, accuracy, and competence in both languages (8 CFR 103.2(b)(3)). It does not require notarization. Our certifications follow the USCIS wording exactly.

How much does a certified translation cost?

Pricing is per document or per word, depending on length and language pair, with no regulated notary fee on top. Standard certificates (birth, marriage, diplomas) are quoted at a flat per-document rate. Use the quote form for an instant estimate.

How fast can I get a certified translation?

Standard certificates are typically delivered within 1 to 3 business days, with same-day rush available for most language pairs. Digital delivery is included; hard copies can be couriered worldwide.

When do I need notarization instead of certification?

When the receiving body is an Israeli authority (Misrad HaPnim, courts, the Population and Immigration Authority) or explicitly requests a notarized translation. We confirm the requirement before you pay for more than you need.

Do you certify translations in both directions, Hebrew to English and English to Hebrew?

Yes, along with 50+ other language pairs, including Russian, Arabic, French, German, Spanish, and Amharic, all by native-speaking translators.

Certified

A signed declaration of accuracy, accepted worldwide.

A certified translation is a translation accompanied by the agency's signed declaration that it is complete and accurate, on letterhead, with credentials. It is the standard accepted by USCIS, foreign universities, embassies, and most institutions abroad, and it is faster and less expensive than notarization.

What you get

Every certified translation from Niv International Translations Ltd. is produced by a native-speaking professional translator, reviewed against the source document, and delivered with a signed certification of accuracy that names the document, the language pair, and the translator's qualifications, in the exact format the receiving institution expects.

What sets us apart

Certification format matched to the receiving institution (USCIS, WES, universities, embassies)
Native-speaking translators in 50+ language pairs
Digital delivery worldwide, hard copies on request
Upgrade to notarized certification whenever the authority requires it

Where certified translation is accepted

USCIS (United States Citizenship and Immigration Services): green-card, visa, and naturalization files
Universities and credential evaluators (WES, ECE): diplomas, transcripts, and degree certificates
Foreign embassies and consulates: visa and residence applications
Employers and professional licensing bodies abroad
Banks, insurers, and private institutions

Certified or notarized?

If your document is going to an Israeli authority (Misrad HaPnim, the courts, the Population and Immigration Authority), or the receiving body asks for a "notarized translation" explicitly, you need a notary's certification instead. For USCIS and most institutions abroad, certified is the standard and notarization adds cost without benefit.

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Frequently asked questions

What is a certified translation?: A translation accompanied by a signed declaration from the translation agency stating that the translation is complete and accurate, issued on letterhead with the translator's credentials and contact details. It is the standard required by USCIS, universities, and most institutions abroad.
Is a certified translation from Israel accepted by USCIS?: Yes. USCIS requires a certification by the translator or agency attesting to completeness, accuracy, and competence in both languages (8 CFR 103.2(b)(3)). It does not require notarization. Our certifications follow the USCIS wording exactly.
How much does a certified translation cost?: Pricing is per document or per word, depending on length and language pair, with no regulated notary fee on top. Standard certificates (birth, marriage, diplomas) are quoted at a flat per-document rate. Use the quote form for an instant estimate.
How fast can I get a certified translation?: Standard certificates are typically delivered within 1 to 3 business days, with same-day rush available for most language pairs. Digital delivery is included; hard copies can be couriered worldwide.
When do I need notarization instead of certification?: When the receiving body is an Israeli authority (Misrad HaPnim, courts, the Population and Immigration Authority) or explicitly requests a notarized translation. We confirm the requirement before you pay for more than you need.
Do you certify translations in both directions, Hebrew to English and English to Hebrew?: Yes, along with 50+ other language pairs, including Russian, Arabic, French, German, Spanish, and Amharic, all by native-speaking translators.