If your birth certificate is written in a language other than English, yes — a certified English translation is required when submitting it to U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) as part of your immigration application. This simple step ensures USCIS can accurately review your identity, eligibility, and family relationships...
Does a Translated Birth Certificate Need to Be Notarized
If you’re applying for immigration, a passport, or legal status in the United States, one question comes up again and again: Does a translated birth certificate need to be notarized? The short answer is: usually no — but it depends on who is requesting it. For most immigration filings with...
Do Translated Birth Certificates Need to Be Notarized
If you’re submitting a foreign birth certificate for immigration, passport, or legal purposes, you may be wondering: do translated birth certificates need to be notarized? The short answer: Usually no for USCIS. Sometimes yes for other authorities. The longer answer depends on who is requesting the translation and what type...