A sworn translation is a translation performed by a sworn translator. The translation is provided with a stamp and signature of the translator, who declares that the translation is complete and correct. This makes the document legally valid for use by (inter)national authorities governments.

You can read information about our delivery times and shipping at this page. The time it takes to make a sworn translation depends on the length and complexity of the document. Generally it takes 5-6 business days.

No that is not necessary. We prefer to work with digital copies. When ordering via our webshop you can upload the files you want to have translated. Do you have a scanner? Then scan the documents and upload the .jpg or .pdf documents. Don't have any scanner, but a smartphone/tablet? Then take good photos of the documents you want to have translated. Tip: make sure that the lighting is good, that all text is legible and that you crop the photo so that only the document is in view.

We translate (unsworn) to more than 225 languages. Sworn translations we supply in approximately 100 language combinations. You will find these languages in a list on the product page (drop-down menu). Is the language combination you need not listed? Then there is a good chance that we can still help you with the sworn translation. Mail to and we are happy to help you.

Yes, we will send you an email with the track and trace link on the day of shipment. We ship all sworn translations by registered mail via PostNL.

The current prices of our (certified) translations are visible on the product pages. Would you like to request a tailor-made quote? Then email your documents and request to . This is free and without obligation. The cost for one sworn translation depend on various factors, such as the number of pages, the language combination and additional options such as urgent, a digital copy or a apostille/legalisation. At Ecrivus Multimedia you can calculate the prices yourself in our webshop.

Yes! For more information about our legalisation- and apostille service, we would like to refer you to this page.

That is not a problem at all. You can scan the documents you want to have translated with a app on your smartphone or tablet (CamScanner). See our article on this for more information.

Or you your sworn translation must have one provided apostille or legalisation depends on the country where the document will be used. Some countries require that a sworn translation is legalized with a apostille or a legalisation by the relevant authority in the country where the translation was made. It is therefore important to check which requirements apply in the country in question. If you have any doubts about this, it is best to contact the authority or embassy of the country in question for more information. Our customer service can also help you answer questions on this topic.

Yes, at Ecrivus Multimedia we also offer urgent translations. Select the urgent option during the ordering process and we will give your translation extra priority.

We ship all sworn translations standard by registered mail. Shipments within the Netherlands via PostNL, shipments abroad via PostNL or DHL Express. You can also select as an option during the ordering process that you would like to receive a digital copy. You will then also receive a scan of the email by e-mail sworn translation. This is often useful to send the documents digitally in advance to, for example, the notary, lawyer or agency abroad.

No, sworn translations are bound by rules and laws. Later adjustments sworn translations makes the document invalid. Therefore, do not make any changes yourself sworn translations, but please contact us first. If you would like to have a change made, our sworn translator implement the change, recompose and sworn the document.

Yes, we also offer interpretation services. Contact us via the quote form for more information.

A apostille is a stamp issued by a competent authority, usually the court, to confirm that a document is legally valid and can be used abroad. This will change the signature of the sworn translator legalized and declared authentic.

Yes, it is possible to have your sworn translation can be ordered online at Ecrivus Multimedia. Our webshop offers an easy ordering process where you can easily upload your documents and select the desired options, such as the desired language combination, delivery time and the option for a digital copy. In addition, when ordering your sworn translation also select whether you want a apostille need and order it immediately. After ordering, you can pay securely via iDEAL and we will translate and send your documents as quickly as possible.

There are various types official documents that must be sworn translated, depending on the country for which the translation is intended. Some examples are birth certificates, marriage certificates, diploma's, extracts from the population register, notarial acts, judgments and employment contracts. Also documents such as medical explanations, residence permits and IDs often have to be sworn translations. It is important to check in advance which documents require a sworn translation in your specific situation, as this may vary per country and situation. You can contact Ecrivus Multimedia for: certified translations of a wide range of documents.

Yes, we ship worldwide with PostNL or DHL Express. Shipping costs may vary depending on the destination country, but will be shown during the checkout process. We always send all packages with track and trace and registered so that you can track the shipment and receive it personally.