
♦ What you need the certified translation Czech–German for
♦ Important notes on the translation of your Czech documents
♦ Translate Czech documents: In 3 steps – officially recognized & at a guaranteed fixed price
♦ FAQ: Frequently asked questions about certified translation from Czech
For the recognition of your Czech educational qualification in Germany, whether at universities or with potential employers, a certified translation is mandatory. This applies to documents such as your high school diploma (Maturitní vysvědčení) or your university degree (Vysokoškolský diplom).
In particular, German universities and the certificate recognition offices insist on a certified translation of the complete transcript of subjects and grades. Our sworn translators for Czech ensure that the correct German terminology is used and that your degree document is recognized in its entirety.
When registering for marriage in Germany, you must present your Czech birth certificate (Rodný list) and, if applicable, the certificate of no impediment to marriage (Vysvědčení o právní způsobilosti k uzavření manželství) to the German registry office. A certified translation is necessary for the recognition of these documents.
For the registration of a child's birth, declarations of name, or applying for German citizenship, you also require a correct and complete certified translation Czech–German from a sworn translator. This ensures that all data, such as place of birth (Místo narození) or names, comply with German regulations.
The certified translation of Czech documents is often a prerequisite for communication with German authorities. Whether it is applying for a residence permit at the foreigners' registration office, registering at the registration office, or presenting documents before a German court: the authenticity and accuracy of the translation must be guaranteed.
This typically concerns certificates of good conduct (Výpis z Rejstříku trestů), proof of address, or divorce decrees (Rozsudek o rozvodu). Our sworn translators ensure with their stamp that the certified translation Czech–German is officially recognized nationwide and your request can be processed without delay.
In the field of international business activity, the certified translation of Czech documents is often essential. German notaries, lawyers, and the German commercial register require a legally flawless transfer of commercial register excerpts (Výpis z obchodního rejstříku), articles of association, or powers of attorney.
Our sworn translators specialize in the technical terminology of Czech and German commercial law. The certification of these documents ensures that all information about the company (e.g., managing director or share capital) is correct and that you are on the safe side legally if you wish to register a Czech company in Germany or establish business relationships.
Although the Czech driver's license (Řidičský průkaz) is valid throughout the EU and generally does not require a certified translation for transfer, a certified translation may be requested by the German driving license authority in exceptional cases (e.g., for older or illegible documents).
In addition, you require our services for the certified translation of other documents that do not fall under the typical categories, such as pension notices, official declarations, or court documents. Our sworn translators for Czech guarantee the nationwide recognition of all your Czech documents.
A certified translation is a binding and official document for submission to national and international authorities. Your certified document bears a certification note, an official round stamp, and the signature of the state-certified translator. With this note, stamp, and signature, the completeness and accuracy of your translated document are confirmed. The translator is legally liable for this accuracy. The round stamp contains the translator’s name, language combinations, and the designation of the court before which the translator was sworn in.
Only sworn and certified translators, such as those working with dito, are authorized to produce certified translations. Like court interpreters, they are bound by confidentiality obligations (§189 para. 4 GVG) and by the duty to carry out translations fully and diligently. During the swearing-in process, the state authority examines the translator’s qualifications and legal expertise. The title “translator” itself is not protected in Germany. However, for certified translations, official authorization as a sworn, publicly appointed, or certified translator is required.

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Thanks to the Czech Republic's membership in the EU and international agreements, the presentation of an apostille or legalization is not required for most Czech documents in Germany, especially for civil status certificates such as birth or marriage certificates.
The German authorities (e.g., the registry office) accept the documents directly, provided the originals are presented and a certified translation by a sworn translator in Germany is attached. Only in rare exceptional cases or with very old documents that do not comply with EU regulations may additional certification be required.
Thanks to the Czech Republic's membership in the EU and international agreements, the presentation of an apostille or legalization is not required for most Czech documents in Germany, especially for civil status certificates such as birth or marriage certificates.
The German authorities (e.g., the registry office) accept the documents directly, provided the originals are presented and a certified translation by a sworn translator in Germany is attached. Only in rare exceptional cases or with very old documents that do not comply with EU regulations may additional certification be required.
The German registry office places particular importance on the timeliness of the document when examining Czech civil status certificates. For a marriage, a Czech birth certificate (Rodný list) must often not be older than six months. Please always submit the most recent original document to the sworn translator.
In addition, the registry office checks very carefully for the correct rendering of all surnames, especially with regard to the female endings (-ová) in Czech. Our sworn translators take the German regulations on naming into account in the translation to avoid subsequent corrections and delays, thereby ensuring official recognition.
The Czech language is rich in diacritical marks (e.g., Háček: č, š, ř; Čárka: á, é, í), which are crucial for the pronunciation and meaning of a word. In the certified translation, our sworn translators must ensure that these characters are correctly transferred into German spelling, especially for names and place names.
For recognition by German authorities, the exact transfer of the original Czech spelling in the translation is of the utmost importance. Errors in reading special characters could lead to the rejection of the certificate. Our specialist translators are familiar with the standards and transcription rules to guarantee the legal validity of your Czech documents.
When submitting Czech documents to German authorities (such as the registry office, university, or foreigners' registration office), a certified translation is always required. A simple translation (without the stamp and signature of a sworn translator) is not accepted because it has no legal evidentiary value.
The certified translation is an official document. The sworn translator thereby confirms the complete and correct correspondence of the translation with the Czech original. This is the only way to ensure the official recognition of your Czech documents in Germany.
Upload your documents without obligation: Simply upload the Czech document (e.g., a Czech birth certificate, a Rodný list, or a Vysvědčení o maturitní zkoušce (Maturita certificate)) via our online form. You will receive an immediate confirmation and your free fixed-price offer within a few hours. We only need a digital copy (photo or scan) of your documents for the translation.
Creation of the certified translation by sworn translators: As soon as you accept the offer, our sworn translator for Czech, who is registered in Germany, will begin the work. They will prepare the complete and correct translation and provide it with their certification note, stamp, and signature. The certified translation is thus recognizednationwide and by all authorities in Germany.
Shipping of the certified originals: After completion, we will send you the certified translation in the original by post. Delivery usually takes only a few working days. Your documents will reach you safely and quickly on their way to the foreigners' registration office, the registry office, or the recognition office.
We place great importance on full cost transparency, so that you know exactly from the outset what costs will be incurred for the certified translation of your Czech document.
Fixed-price guarantee: You will always receive a binding fixed price from us for the translation of your documents, based on the length and format of the document. There are no hidden fees.
Free preliminary review: The review of your document and the preparation of a quote are, of course, free of charge.
Standard turnaround time: Standard delivery is made within a few working days by post. The certified translation is always recognized nationwide and by public authorities.
Express delivery (by prior arrangement only): If you require the certified Czech–German translation at very short notice, we offer express processing. As the availability of our sworn translators for urgent requests is limited, this service is only possible by prior arrangement and subject to availability. Please contact us directly with your desired deadline.
For the use of a Czech birth certificate (Rodný list) in Germany, you usually do not need an apostille if the document is intended for presentation to a German registry office (e.g., for marriage).
Germany and the Czech Republic are EU members, and international agreements remove the need for an apostille or legalization for civil status certificates. It is only important that the document is presented in the original and that the certified translation comes from a sworn translator in Germany. Only in exceptional cases or when a third-party authority is involved may an apostille be required.
The costs for the certified translation of a Czech certificate (such as a birth or marriage certificate) depend on the scope, complexity, and legibility of the document. However, we always guarantee you a binding fixed price.
To find out the exact costs for the certified translation Czech–German, simply upload the document via our online form. You will receive a free and non-binding offer immediately. Since we work with sworn translators who specialize in this language combination, you benefit from fair and transparent prices without hidden fees.
The regular processing time for the certified translation of a Czech certificate (such as a high school diploma or university degree) is usually only a few working days after the order is placed. The delivery time by post is added to this.
Since certificates are often more extensive than civil status documents, you will receive the specific processing time together with your fixed-price offer. If you need the document very quickly, we offer express processing after prior consultation. In this case, the certified translation Czech–German can be prioritized, depending on the current availability of our sworn translators.
Since the Czech driving license (Řidičský průkaz) is valid within the European Union, a transfer into a German driving license is not mandatory. It is fully recognized in Germany as long as it is valid.
If you nevertheless wish to have your driving license transferred or if this is necessary due to loss or expiration at the German driving license authority, a certified translation is usually not required. Only in the case of very old or illegible documents, or at the express request of the authority, may a certified translation Czech–German by a sworn translator become necessary.
In order to guarantee official recognition in Germany, Czech documents may only be translated by a sworn translator (also known as a sworn or publicly appointed translator). Such a translator is generally sworn at a German regional court or higher regional court and is authorized to perform the certification.
Only the certified translation of the sworn translator – provided with a stamp, signature, and certification note – is an official document. A simple translation by a non-sworn person or a translation created abroad (Czech Republic) is generally not accepted by German authorities (e.g., registry office, foreigners' registration office).
German banks often require a certified translation of Czech contracts or powers of attorney, especially when these are used to open a business account, for credit assessment, or for providing collateral. This serves the legal protection of the bank.
When official or legally relevant documents are involved, banks insist on certification by a sworn translator. The certified translation Czech–German confirms the legal accuracy of the contract content and ensures that the document is accepted for all formal and legal purposes in German business transactions.
In the certified translation of a Czech commercial register extract (Výpis z obchodního rejstříku), absolute precision regarding legal and economic technical terms is crucial. The German commercial register and notaries examine these documents very carefully.
You must ensure that the certified translation Czech–German accurately reflects the correct company name, registered office (Sídlo), managing directors, and share capital without errors. The translation must always come from a sworn translator specialized in commercial law to ensure official recognition when establishing a German branch or for other business transactions.

The certified translation is about your future: visas, jobs, or the recognition of your qualification. Ask yourself: Who guarantees the recognition of my document?
The answer lies in our experience: As a sworn translator, I have worked successfully for over 20 years for the largest and most demanding companies in Europe. My work was always discreet, precise, and reliable.
Today, I share this expertise and the team of experts I have built with you. This team consists of publicly appointed and sworn specialist translators for over 40 languages, all of whom are familiar with the processes of German and international authorities.
Our Goal: To give you the security you need. With dito, you don't just receive a certified translation, but a partner who ensures that your document is nationally and internationally recognized so that you can achieve your goals.
Start achieving this goal now by holding your documents in the language of your choice.