Certified Russian document translation
Certified and notarized translations from Russian and Ukrainian into English — on official letterhead, with a signed Certificate of Translation Accuracy. In business since 2007.
$25 for standard certificates
Birth, marriage and divorce certificates from Russian or Ukrainian into English. All other documents and languages: send them to us and we'll email you the exact price. Notarization included.
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You can trust us with your certified translation
You can trust us with your certified Russian to English translation needs — we have been in the Russian translation business since 2007. We focus on the certified translation of documents in Russian and Ukrainian, mostly from the former Soviet republics: Russia, Ukraine, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan.
Our translations are performed by a team of highly qualified native Russian translators who are fluent in English. The translation process includes several levels of review covering grammar, syntax, and the correct spelling of names and geographical locations. We are very particular about word choice and usage, and that is what makes us stand out from the crowd.
USCIS translation requirements, word for word
There is no such thing as a “USCIS-certified translator”. The rule is one sentence in the Code of Federal Regulations — here it is, and here is how every translation from us meets it.
“Any document containing foreign language submitted to USCIS shall be accompanied by a full English language translation which the translator has certified as complete and accurate, and by the translator's certification that he or she is competent to translate from the foreign language into English.”
8 CFR § 103.2(b)(3) — Translations
| What the regulation requires | What you get from us |
|---|---|
| A full English translation | Every word, stamp, seal, handwritten note and the back side — nothing summarized or skipped |
| Certified as complete and accurate | A signed Certificate of Translation Accuracy on our letterhead |
| Translator's statement of competence | Included in the certificate, with the translator's name, signature, address and date |
| Notarization | Not required by USCIS — we include it at no extra cost, because many other offices ask for it |
| ATA or other translator certification | Not required by the regulation — our translators hold degrees in linguistics or foreign-language teaching |
Who requires what
The same certified translation works for almost every U.S. office. Here is what each one asks for, with links to the official source.
| Where you submit | What they require | Source |
|---|---|---|
| USCIS | Full English translation, certified as complete and accurate, plus the translator's statement of competence | 8 CFR 103.2(b)(3) |
| NVC & U.S. consulates | Certified translation with a statement signed by the translator that the translation is accurate and that the translator is competent to translate | travel.state.gov |
| ECE (credential evaluation) | Complete, literal, word-for-word translation in the same format as the original | ece.org |
| Translator credentials | ATA itself says a translator does not need to be certified to provide a certified translation, unless the receiving office specifically asks for it | American Translators Association |
Good to know about Russian documents. According to the U.S. Department of State, Russian civil registry offices (ZAGS) do not issue certified copies of birth, marriage or divorce certificates — a new certificate is issued only to replace a lost or destroyed one. That's fine: USCIS accepts photocopies of supporting documents unless the form instructions say otherwise (8 CFR 103.2(b)(4)), so a scan or photo of your original is all we need. Lost the original? We can help you get a replacement from Russia. Source: U.S. visa reciprocity — Russian Federation.
A fully translated English document
A certified translation from us is considered a fully translated English-language document and is presented on official letterhead. It comes with a Certificate of Translation that includes the certifier's name, signature, address and date of certification. We also sign a statement confirming that the translation is complete and accurate, and that we are competent to perform the translation. Each translation is also notarized.
The USCIS instructions do not expressly require translations to be notarized. In our experience, however, the translator's certification is usually expected to be notarized, so it is worth keeping in mind when you submit translations — it helps ensure they are accepted without questions.
We can email the translated documents to you in as little as one or two days. Our translations are accepted by USCIS; local, state and federal courts; schools, community colleges and universities; the U.S. Social Security Administration; American banks, insurance companies and hospitals; and credential evaluation agencies.
Our certified translation service helps you avoid delays in the application process for your key supporting documents.
- Notarization included in the price
- Fast turnaround — we work on weekends, too
- Excellent customer service
- USCIS acceptance
- Certificate of translation accuracy
- Made by professional translators
- $25 for standard birth, marriage & divorce certificates (RU/UA → EN)
When you need a signed paper copy
A PDF is enough for online filings — USCIS online applications and NVC uploads. Order a signed, notarized paper copy if you will need your translation in one of these situations.
U.S. passport
Applying for a U.S. passport with a foreign birth certificate? The State Department asks for a translation with a notarized letter from the translator. Our notarization is included at no extra cost.
“Foreign language documents should include a professional English translation. The translator must provide a notarized letter about the accuracy of the translation and their ability to translate the document.”
Source — U.S. Department of State, Citizenship Evidence: travel.state.gov
Immigrant visa interview at a U.S. consulate
You upload scans to the NVC, but at the interview you must show the documents themselves. Bring the paper translation together with your original certificate.
“Every visa applicant … must bring … the original or certified copy version of all civil documents submitted to NVC.”
Source — U.S. Department of State, Interview Preparation: travel.state.gov
USCIS interview (Green Card, citizenship)
Photocopies are fine when you file, but the officer may ask to see the originals. Bring the signed paper translation to your interview.
“USCIS may, at any time, request submission of an original document for review.”
Source — 8 CFR 103.2(b)(5): www.ecfr.gov
Courts
Requirements vary by court. Many courts ask for a signed original translation, sometimes with a notarized translator's affidavit. Check with the clerk before you file — we can prepare either.
DMV and REAL ID
Your documents are checked in the original, so bring a paper translation too. Rules differ from state to state.
Paper copy by mail: Regular USPS +$13 · Priority (2–3 days, tracking) +$18 · Priority Express (1–2 days, tracking) +$39. Choose it when you order online.
Send us the English spelling of every name
With your documents, please send the last name, first name and patronymic of every person in them — exactly as spelled in your U.S. documents or foreign passport (Green Card, Social Security card, visa). This way everything stays consistent with your other American documents, immigration applications and forms you have already filed. If a name has no English spelling yet, we'll transliterate it by standard rules. Already made your own translation? Send it along — we'll use it as a reference for names and places, while the certified translation is done from the original.
The patronymic stays in
Many clients don't use a patronymic in the U.S. and ask us to leave it out. We can't: a certified translation must be complete and match the original, so if the document shows a patronymic (Sergeyevich, Ivanovna), the translation shows it too. This does not cause problems — officers expect it on documents from Russia, Ukraine and other former Soviet countries. Have a passport from another country — Germany or Israel, for example — with no patronymic at all? Same rule: your first and last name are spelled exactly as in that passport, so they match your American documents and applications, and the patronymic from the original is transliterated by standard rules.
Qualified linguists, not a translation app
Since 2007 we have translated more than 12,000 Russian and Ukrainian documents — over 30,000 pages — and not one of our translations has ever been rejected by USCIS.
Never rejected by USCIS
Every translation comes with a signed certificate of accuracy that meets USCIS translation requirements.
Court-certified interpreters
Our team includes California court-certified interpreters and Washington State certified translators.
Degreed linguists
Every translator holds a university degree in linguistics or foreign-language teaching.
Notarized at no extra cost
Accepted by USCIS, NVC, WES, ECE, U.S. courts, SSA, DMV, schools and employers.
Do I need an ATA-certified translator? No. USCIS, the NVC, WES, ECE and U.S. courts do not require ATA certification for document translations. They require a complete, accurate English translation with a signed statement that the translator is competent to translate — which is exactly what we provide.
Four simple steps
Send your documents
Scan or photograph your document — we accept all file types. Email it to us or send it on WhatsApp.
Make a payment
We email the price, turnaround and payment details. Pay by card, PayPal or Zelle, and send the English spelling of names.
Review the draft
We send a draft so you can check that names, dates and details match your other documents.
Done!
Receive your certified, notarized translation as a PDF by email, or by mail with wet signatures and stamps.
From a basic birth certificate to a complicated legal document
Excellent customer service, affordable pricing and inside-out knowledge of the translation industry reflect the vibrancy of our language service.
Vital records
Certified translations of government-issued records of life events — birth certificates, marriage certificates, death certificates, divorce certificates, name change certificates and adoption certificates — are required for immigration, proof of identity and submission to courts. These translations must be accurate and grammatically correct.
Education documents
If you want to continue your education, apply for a job, receive a professional license or immigrate to the U.S., you will need to translate your university diplomas, transcripts, academic records and high school diplomas. Our certified translations are widely used for submissions to credential evaluation agencies such as ECE, WES, ECFMG and IERF.
Legal documents
Legal translation must be precise, and we know how to translate all types of legal documents accurately and efficiently. The documents we work with most often are divorce decrees, prenuptial agreements, non-disclosure agreements, patents, licenses and police certificates. Our translations are backed by an affidavit of translation accuracy.
Other documents
We provide accurate, high-quality translations of every type of document and strive for 100% defect-free work — passports, driver's licenses, police certificates, vaccination records, military record books, employment record books, tax forms and title certificates.
Certified translation nuances
What is a certified translation?
A certified translation of a Russian-language document into English is needed when the original is not in English and has to be presented or submitted to an English-speaking audience or authority. This is often required for legal, academic or immigration purposes, and it ensures that the information in the original Russian record is properly conveyed in English.
A certified translation includes a statement signed by one of our translators or an agency representative attesting to the accuracy and completeness of the translation. With a certified translation from us, the English version of your birth or marriage certificate is valid and meets the requirements of USCIS, U.S. colleges and universities, evaluation agencies, medical offices, U.S. employers and other organizations.
We translate exactly what's in the original
We translate only what is in the original document and do not add or remove any content. Our translations are complete and match the original exactly.
For example, if a birth certificate includes a person's full name with a patronymic, we keep the patronymic in the translation — even if your American documents or forms don't include one. This keeps the translation as close to the original as possible and ensures it is accepted as accurate by all relevant authorities and organizations.
Translations for the DMV
When submitting a certified translation or a letter of verification form to a DMV office, we highly recommend including a statement that the document was not translated by a family member, friend or business associate. This helps the DMV officer accept the translation as valid and reliable, and helps prevent any suspicion of fraud or misrepresentation of the translated content.
We don't work with originals
We work exclusively with digital copies or scans of your documents, never with the original paper copies. This way there is no risk of your originals being damaged or lost in the mail, and we can provide fast, safe service without putting your important documents at risk.
Let's get in touch
We provide translation and interpreting services in all major US cities, with certified translations done in Chicago, IL. Our translators and interpreters are experienced, professional and highly qualified, and our translations are accurate and reliable. All hard copies are mailed directly to you from our location in Chicago.
We answer on weekends, too
Emails and phone calls — even on weekends and holidays. Don't hesitate to reach out!
What our customers say
“Thank you for quick and accurate translation of my birth certificate. The manager asked all the right questions and helped me get the documents quickly, and the price was less than the other competitors. I highly recommend this service.”
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