I am an expat in France, which documents do I need to translate into French?

The most requested documents by prefectures, OFII and town halls are: birth certificate (for marriage, naturalization, residence permit), criminal record (for visa, employment), diploma (for qualification recognition), foreign driver's license, and any other civil record (marriage, divorce, death).

Why is a sworn translation mandatory for my papers?

French administrations (prefecture, OFII, town hall, court, university) only accept official translations made by a sworn translator appointed by a Court of Appeal. A non-certified translation has no legal value for an administrative file submission.

Can I translate my Philippine birth certificate into French for a marriage in France?

Yes. TraduLink connects you with sworn translators specialized in Philippine civil records (Philippine Statistics Authority). Your translation will be certified and recognized by the town hall and the prefecture for your Franco-Philippine marriage.

Is my foreign driver's license accepted in France after translation?

Yes, under conditions. A sworn translation allows you to use your foreign driver's license in France for one year, then to exchange it for a French license if your country is on the reciprocity list. The translation is essential for any procedure at the prefecture.

I want to naturalize my foreign spouse, what documents are needed?

For a naturalization application by marriage or by decree, you will need birth certificates, marriage certificates, possible divorce certificates, a criminal record from the country of origin, as well as proof of residence in France. All foreign documents must be sworn translated.

How long does it take to get a sworn translation for my residence permit application?

You receive a quote within 2 hours, and the translation is delivered within 24 to 72 hours. In case of urgency for a file submission, an express service is available (you will be informed during the quote request).

Are the documents secure for an immigration application?

Yes. Your files are encrypted (AES-256), stored on sovereign servers hosted in France (ISO 27001), and sensitive metadata are purged. Funds remain in escrow until the compliant delivery of your translation.

Do you offer translations from Tagalog, Arabic, Chinese into French?

Yes. We have sworn translators for over 80 languages, including Tagalog/Filipino, Arabic, Chinese, Portuguese (Brazil/Portugal), Spanish, English, and Russian. Each request is matched with an expert registered for that language pair.

What is the difference between a sworn translation and a simple translation?

A simple translation is a free, non-certified translation with no legal value. A sworn translation is performed by a judicial expert, with their seal and signature. It has the same legal value as the original document and is mandatory for any procedure with French administrations.

TraduLink – Sworn translation for expats in France | Driver's license, diplomas, birth certificates

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Why sworn certification requires absolute rigor.

Non-certified translations are immediately rejected by French authorities. TraduLink eliminates opaque broker intermediaries to protect the official judicial chain of trust.

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Unlike generic agency platforms, every translator on TraduLink has sworn a solemn judicial oath before a French Court of Appeal. Registration credentials and legal seal imprints are continuously audited.

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Payments remain securely held in escrow and are released only upon your approval of the final delivered certified documents. No hidden fees, fixed binding quotes.

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Automated metadata stripping & AES-256

Passports, birth certificates and court orders are systematically purged of sensitive EXIF location metadata and stored with military-grade encryption.

Sovereign servers hosted in France (ISO 27001).

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Direct consultation with your assigned expert

Coordinate apostilles, consular legalization and urgent court deadlines directly with your sworn translator. Track every validation step until physical dispatch of your stamped original.

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Certification Protocol

From original document to official legal seal.

A seamless workflow compliant with French Ministry of Justice standards, built for individuals, legal counsels and multinational firms.

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Submit your document

Photograph or upload your official certificates (birth, marriage, diploma, bylaws, court rulings) through the app or web portal.

Accepted formats: High-res PDF, JPEG

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Sworn expert assignment

A certified translator registered for your required language pair reviews the files and issues a transparent, binding quote.

Average quote turnaround: < 2 hours

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Certified delivery

Receive your digital signed certification instantly, along with the physical stamped and embossed original via tracked courier.

Worldwide legal validity

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Have an official document that needs translating?

Submit your document from the mobile app, get a quote from a verified sworn translator for your language pair, and receive your certified translation — an instant digital copy plus a stamped paper original sent by tracked mail.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What you need to know before you start.

What is a sworn (certified) translation?

A sworn translation is produced by a judicial expert translator listed on the official register of a French Court of Appeal, who applies their seal and signature. It carries the same legal value as the original document and is accepted by all French administrations and most foreign authorities.

Which documents can I have translated?

Birth certificates, marriage certificates, divorce judgments, diplomas, transcripts, criminal records, company bylaws, court decisions, and more generally any official document requiring legal value in translation.

How long does it take to get a quote?

On average under 2 hours after you submit your document, a sworn translator registered for the relevant language pair sends you a transparent, binding quote.

Will my translation be valid abroad?

Yes. Our translators are appointed by French Courts of Appeal and their translations carry international recognition. Depending on the destination country, an apostille or consular legalization may additionally be required — your translator can guide you through that process.

How much does a sworn translation cost?

Pricing depends on the language, length, and complexity of the document. Each translator provides a fixed, binding quote before you pay anything — no hidden fees.

Is my data secure?

Yes. Your files are encrypted (AES-256), stored on sovereign servers hosted in France (ISO 27001), and stripped of sensitive metadata. Your funds remain in escrow until your translation is delivered and validated.

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