24 Hour Translation

HM Passport Office Certified Translation

UK Passport Support

If you are applying for a passport and any supporting document is not in English or Welsh, you need a certified translation that is clear, complete, and easy for an official team to review. 24 Hour Translation provides HM Passport Office translation support for applicants across the UK.
Passport Application Documents

Documents We Regularly Translate

We translate and certify documents commonly used in passport applications, including: full birth certificates, marriage certificates, divorce decrees, deed polls, foreign passports, parental documents, naturalisation certificates, adoption papers, court orders, and proof of identity records.
If your document set includes more than one certificate, we can review it as a whole and tell you which pages are likely to matter most before work begins.
Why Choose Us
Certified translations prepared for UK official use.
Fast response times and clear turnaround options.
Careful handling of sensitive personal documents.
Help with related documents such as birth, marriage, and name change records.
Support for passport, immigration, court, and other formal submissions.
We keep the process simple.
Send your files, we review them, confirm the requirements.
Deliver a certified translation you can submit with confidence.
Foreign Language → English
English → Foreign Language
First British passport application supported by a foreign-language birth certificate or parent document.
Passport application after marriage, divorce, or a legal name change.
Child passport application involving overseas civil records.
Dual-national or cross-border family case where supporting documents come from more than one country.

What's realistic — and what isn't

Accuracy matters, but so does consistency. Names, dates, places of birth, and document references must line up properly across the whole file set.
Suitable Cases for Translation
A first British passport application with a foreign-language birth certificate.
Passport application after a marriage where the name differs from previous documents.
Applications involving parental or child documents that require consistent translation.
Any case needing a certified translation for supporting documents.
Multiple supporting documents needing translation together.
Unsuitable Cases for Translation
Documents that are already in English or Welsh.
Translations that do not meet the certification requirements.
Poor quality scans that cannot be read clearly.
Documents that do not require translation for the application.
We look at the practical submission picture, not only the language.

What You Receive

Your HM Passport Office translation is prepared to support formal submission and easy verification.
Complete translation of all visible text

Including stamps, seals, annotations, and legible handwritten notes — nothing omitted

Certificate of Accuracy

Signed statement confirming the translation is true and complete

Translator details

Full name, signature, contact information, and date — as required for official submission

Formatting aligned to the original

Layout and field structure reproduced clearly so the translation cross-references easily

Feasibility check before we start

Document reviewed upfront — missing pages, unclear scans, and certification requirements confirmed

You receive a full, professionally translated version of the document, a certification statement confirming accuracy, and clear formatting.
We confirm turnaround and price before we start.

Scope of Our Services

We offer priority turnaround for urgent cases where timing matters.
First Passport Support

Full birth certificate translation along with supporting civil documents.

Marriage Certificate Translation

Important for applications where names differ across documents.

Child and Family Cases

Overseas certificates and supporting evidence translated consistently.

Multiple Document Translation

Reviewing the full evidence set for coherent submissions.

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Certified Translators

Our translations are completed by qualified linguists.

Expertise

Qualified Linguists
Accuracy, names, dates, stamps, and completeness are all reviewed.

Certification

Officially Recognized
Prepared to the standard expected by official bodies.

Confidentiality

Secure Handling
Personal and legal documents handled carefully.

Direct Communication

Clear Answers
About deadlines, feasibility, and certification requirements.

Not sure what your authority requires? Contact us and we’ll advise before we start.

Why Clients Choose Us

Trusted Service
We provide certified translations that are accepted by official bodies.
Fast response times and clear turnaround options.
Careful handling of sensitive personal documents.
Support for various formal submissions.
Simple process from quote to delivery.
Get started today with your HM Passport Office translation.

Our Simple Process

Send Your Documents

Upload a clear scan or high-quality photo of your documents.

Feasibility Confirmed

We review the file set for type, language, and urgency.

Translation + quality check

Qualified linguist. Accuracy, names, dates, stamps, and completeness — all reviewed.

Delivery

Receive your certified translation digitally or as a printed copy.

What you receive

📑 Certified PDF Digitally delivered for immediate submission
📬 Printed hard copy Available on request where your authority requires originals
✍️ Signed certification Statement of accuracy where required for official use
🔍 Pre-start check Feasibility, certification needs, and turnaround confirmed before work begins

No commitment until you approve the quote.

Why clients choose 24 Hour Translation

Certified Translations

Prepared for official use and easy verification.

Certification that gets accepted

Prepared to the standard expected by Home Office, courts, universities, and employers

Priority Service

Available for urgent requests.

Secure, confidential handling

Personal and legal documents handled carefully — only shared with those completing your project

Direct communication

Clear answers about deadlines, feasibility, and certification — especially when time is short

The service was quick and professional, making my passport application process seamless.
— Satisfied Client
FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a certified translation for HM Passport Office?
Yes, if your supporting documents are not in English or Welsh.
Which passport application documents usually need translating?
Common documents include birth certificates, marriage certificates, and foreign passports.
Can you translate a birth certificate for a passport application?
Yes, we handle birth certificate translations frequently.
How quickly can I get my HM Passport Office translation?
Turnaround depends on the document length and urgency; we offer standard and priority options.
What must a certified translation include?
A certified translation must include a complete translation of all visible text, a signed Certificate of Accuracy, and the translator’s full name, contact details, and date. This is the standard required by the Home Office, UKVI, courts, and most official bodies.
Can I send a phone photo instead of a scanned PDF?

Yes. A clear photo is fine. We’ll confirm whether it’s readable and advise if a better image is needed for any page before we start. Scan quality can affect whether same-day delivery is feasible.

How much does a certified translation cost?
Pricing depends on document length, language pair, and turnaround. Short standard documents are typically priced per page. Send your file for a fast quote — we confirm price and turnaround before any work begins.
Is my document kept confidential?
Yes. Your documents are handled securely and only shared with the linguists and reviewers needed to complete your translation project.

Ready to Get Started?

Send us your documents today for a certified translation that is clear and ready for submission.