Switzerland · authorities · notary · Apostille
In practice, this usually means a notarized translation or a formally confirmed translation for authorities, courts, migration offices, civil registry offices, universities, banks or foreign institutions.
Clear meaning
The wording is not used uniformly. Some authorities ask for an officially certified translation, others for a certified translation, a notarized translation or a translation with Apostille.
Usually the translation must not only be linguistically correct, but also formally confirmed. Depending on the case, confirmation may come from the translation agency, the translator, a notary or a cantonal authority.
A certification does not turn a foreign-language document into a new original. It creates a formally usable translation for a specific purpose.
Common mistake
Many rejections happen because original document, copy, translation, notarization and Apostille are mixed up.
This concerns the document itself: authenticity of a signature, stamp, copy or issuing authority.
This concerns the translated version and usually confirms completeness, accuracy or a formal statement in the translation process.
Correct form
Often sufficient for Swiss authorities when a formal translation confirmation is accepted.
Needed when a signature, copy or declaration in the translation process must be formally notarized.
For foreign authorities, an Apostille may be required on the original or on the notarized translation chain.
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FAQ
Not always. The receiving authority’s exact wording is decisive.
UniTranslate can assess the usual form based on document, country, authority and purpose. The final requirement comes from the receiving authority.
A scan is often enough for the quote. For notary, Apostille or postal delivery an original or certified copy may be needed later.
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