Certified Translation: Certificate of Registration (Residence) by sworn translators
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The quality of the scan you submit determines whether your document can be processed quickly and whether the certification will later be recognised by the authorities. The sworn translator must be able to confirm the legibility of every detail on the Certificate of Registration (Meldebescheinigung).

Please note the following requirements when preparing your scan:

• High Resolution: Submit a clear scan with a resolution of at least 300 dpi. Alternatively, a high-resolution photo is possible, provided it is sharp and well-lit.

• Completeness: The Certificate of Registration is usually a single-page document. Ensure that the entire page, including all margins and the issuing authority, is completely captured.

• No Damage/Covering: Ensure that no corners are cut off or important passages of text, such as the registration address or the date of issue, are covered by fingers or shadows. Blurry images will lead to the rejection of the certification.

• Legibility of Features: All handwritten entries, signatures, stamps, and seals of the issuing body (e.g., the local Citizen's Office - Bürgeramt) must be clearly and distinctly legible. The translator must note these features in the translation.

• Optimal Format: The PDF format is ideal. We also accept common image formats such as JPG or PNG.

If you require a Certificate of Registration (or its certified translation) in international legal transactions, the certification by the sworn translator is often not sufficient. Depending on the destination country, an additional super-certification (Überbeglaubigung) of the document may be required to confirm the authenticity of the signature and seal of the issuer (or the translator).

Forms of Super-Certification:

• 1. The Apostille (Hague Convention): The Apostille is required for countries that have signed the Hague Convention on the Abolition of the Requirement of Legalisation for Foreign Public Documents. It is a simple, formalized proof of authenticity that is affixed quickly and without red tape by the competent District Court (Landgericht) or Regional Government Office (Regierungspräsidialstelle).

• 2. Legalization (For Non-Contracting States):Legalization is a more complex procedure and is required for all countries that have not acceded to the Hague Convention. Here, the authenticity of the document must usually be confirmed by the diplomatic or consular representation of the destination country in Germany.

When Do You Need Super-Certification?

• German Document Abroad: If your Certificate of Registration originates from Germany, you must apply for the Apostille/Legalization after the certified translation at the competent court or government office.

• Foreign Document in Germany: If the document originates from abroad, you need the Apostille/Legalization in the country of origin before having it certified translated here.

Tip: Always clarify in advance with the requesting authority at home or abroad whether and what form of super-certification (Apostille or Legalization) is required in addition to the certified translation.

Trust our transparent, digital process. In just three steps, you will receive the certified translation of your Certificate of Registration – guaranteed to be accepted and delivered on time.

1. Upload Document Online and Receive an Instant Quote

Upload the high-quality scan or a clear photo of your Certificate of Registration (Meldebescheinigung) via our online portal. You will receive a transparent fixed-price quote, including the estimated processing time, within a few minutes.

2. Processing, Review, and Final Confirmation by the Translator

After you place and pay for your order, the document is immediately assigned to one of our publicly appointed and sworn specialist translators. The translator creates the draft translation, which we send to you for approval before the final certification. You can calmly review all personal data (names, date of birth, current registration address). Only after your confirmation does the translator ensure the legally compliant certification, which is accepted nationally by all authorities and courts.

3. Receipt of the Certified Translation (Digital and Original)

Upon completion, we first send you the certified translation as a PDF scan via email. The legally valid original document, complete with the translator's stamp, is immediately dispatched to your preferred address by post.

We attach great importance to complete cost transparency, so you know exactly which costs will incur for the certified translation of your Certificate of Registration right from the start.

• Fixed Price Guarantee: You will always receive a binding fixed price from us for the translation of your Certificate of Registration (or registration confirmation), based on the length and format of the document. There are no hidden fees.
• Free Preliminary Check: The checking of your document and the preparation of the quote are, of course, free of charge.
• Regular Processing Time: Standard delivery takes place within a few working days by post.
• Express Option (By Arrangement Only): Should you require the certified translation of your Certificate of Registration at very short notice, we offer express processing. Since the availability of our sworn translators for urgent orders is limited, this service is only possible after prior arrangement and availability check. Please contact us directly with your desired deadline.

No. For the preparation of the certified translation of your Certificate of Registration, we generally do not require the original document. A high-quality scan or a clear photo of your document is entirely sufficient.

The sworn translator explicitly confirms in the certification clause that the translation was prepared on the basis of the submitted copy and corresponds to it in content. The original remains safely with you.

Yes. The documents prepared by our publicly appointed and sworn translators are nationally recognized (bundesweit anerkannt). The translation of your Certificate of Registration (Meldebescheinigung) will be accepted by every local Registration Office (Einwohnermeldeamt), every Immigration Office (Ausländerbehörde), every court, and every other German authority.

We guarantee that the certification clause, the seal, and the translator's signature meet the highest legal requirements.

The quality of the scan is crucial. The document must be fully reproduced, sharp, and well-lit. All important details, such as the registration address, the date of issue, stamps, and the signature of the issuing authority, must be clearly and distinctly legible.

A high-quality scan in PDF format is the most suitable.

This depends on the destination country. If you want to use the German Certificate of Registration (Meldebescheinigung) abroad, an additional super-certification (Apostille or Legalization) may be required, depending on the country, to confirm the authenticity of the document.

Tip: Always clarify in advance with the requesting authority which form of super-certification is needed.