Legal and sworn translation is the translation, by authorised translators, of documents that must be valid before official institutions or in legal proceedings.
At our Zeytinburnu office we provide professional translation of notarized and legal documents.
What Is Legal and Sworn Translation?
Legal translation is the translation of documents with legal content, or documents used in court proceedings, with their meaning fully preserved.
Sworn translation is translation with official validity, carried out by translators who have taken an oath before a notary and are authorised to sign.
Both services demand the highest accuracy and confidentiality, especially in court cases, official procedures and consular matters.
Which Documents Need It?
- Court decisions, petitions and expert reports
- Prosecutor's office and police records
- Powers of attorney, letters of consent, undertakings
- Birth, marriage and divorce documents (Formula A/B/C)
- Diplomas, transcripts, ID cards and passports
- Residence, registry, company and notarial documents
Your documents are prepared ready for notary certification, and we guide you on apostille where needed.
How It Works
- Review: The document type, language and validity requirements are determined.
- Assignment: The document goes to an authorised translator for the language pair.
- Check and notary: The translation is checked and prepared for notary certification.
- Delivery: Digitally or as a signed printed copy.
Legal vs. Sworn Translation
- Legal translation: Translation of legal documents used by courts, prosecutors, notaries or official institutions.
- Sworn translation: Officially valid translations submitted for notary certification.
Both require great care, confidentiality and responsibility.
Why Sina Tercüme?
- Central office in Zeytinburnu, fast turnaround
- Translators experienced in legal and official documents
- Confidentiality and document security
- Prepared for notary certification and apostille
- Customer-focused, quick service
Frequently Asked Questions
Are legal and sworn translation the same?
No. Legal translation covers documents with legal content; sworn translation is translation by a translator under oath before a notary. Most legal documents are translated by sworn translators.
Does every document need notary certification?
No, but documents used before official institutions may require it.
Which languages do you cover?
Many languages, led by English, German, French, Arabic, Russian and Persian.