Certified Translation Cost Guide
USCIS requires all foreign-language documents to be accompanied by a full English translation with a signed certification of accuracy. Use this guide to estimate costs before hiring a translation service for your immigration case.
Estimated Cost Range
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What to Look For in a Certified Translator
Certification statement — translator must sign a statement that they are competent in both languages and the translation is accurate. USCIS requires this exact format.
Not machine translation — Google Translate certificates are not accepted. Must be a human translator.
ATA membership not required — the translator does not need to be ATA-certified for USCIS, but it's a quality signal.
Notarization — USCIS does not require notarized translations (just a certification), but some states and courts do. Ask beforehand.
Save money — community organizations, legal aid societies, and local immigration nonprofits often offer free or low-cost certified translation services.