Certified translation: Bachelor's degree certificate and diploma
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For the application to a German or international university for a Master's degree program the certified translation of your Bachelor's degree certificate and the Bachelor's diploma is required to prove your qualification.

If you are pursuing a professional career outside the country where your Bachelor's degree certificate was issued, the certified translation of the document is mandatory. International employers, HR departments, and professional chambers require an official confirmation of your qualification, which only a sworn translator can provide. This ensures that your academic achievement is transferred accurately and with legal recognition. This is particularly relevant if you wish to work in highly regulated professional fields such as engineering or medicine.

If you have obtained your academic degree abroad and wish to have it recognized in Germany for professional or university purposes, the certified translation of your Bachelor's degree certificate and the diploma is indispensable. The competent authorities, such as the Central Office for Foreign Education (ZAB) as part of the statement of comparability, require this official translation to be able to verify the equivalence of your degree with a German university degree. Only through the certification by a sworn translator is the legal validity of the translated document guaranteed.

When applying for work visas, long-term residence permits, or within the framework of immigration procedures, consulates and migration authorities worldwide demand the Bachelor's degree certificate as proof of your formal education. These documents must usually be available in the official language of the target country and must always be certified and translated. Since these are legally relevant documents, the authorities only accept translations prepared by a court-sworn translator. This confirms the authenticity and completeness of the attached educational credentials.

Note on completeness: Often, in addition to the Bachelor's degree certificate, you also need the certified translation of the Transcript of Records (list of subjects and grades). We usually translate these documents together as a package to ensure full recognition.

To create a certified translation, we only require a high-quality scan (or a clear photo) of your Bachelor's degree certificate and your Bachelor's diploma. Ensure that all edges, stamps, and the signature are clearly legible. Poor quality copies can lead to delays, as the sworn translator must certify the conformity with the original.

A final certificate must necessarily be prepared by a publicly appointed and sworn translator to be legally valid in Germany or abroad. The translator confirms the completeness and accuracy of the translation with their circular stamp, signature, and certification mark. Only this form of certification guarantees nationwide recognition by all universities, offices, and authorities.

In some cases, especially when using the Bachelor's degree certificate in countries outside the EU, the local authorities require a so-called super-legalization of the translation, known as an apostille or legalization. This certifies the authenticity of the sworn translator's stamp. The necessity depends on the respective target country. We will be happy to advise you during the order process regarding this additional administrative step.

1. Upload document online and receive an immediate offer

   Upload the high-quality scan or a clear photo of your Bachelor's degree certificate or the Bachelor's diploma via our online portal. Within a few minutes, you will receive a transparent fixed-price offer including the estimated processing time.

2. Processing, verification, and final confirmation by the translator

   After your commissioning and payment, the document will be 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 final confirmation. You can review all personal data (name, date of birth, institution) at your leisure. Only after your confirmation does the translator provide the legally compliant certification, which is accepted nationwide by all authorities and courts.

3. Receipt of the certified translation (digital and original)

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

We value full cost transparency, so you know exactly from the start which costs will be incurred for the certified translation of your Bachelor's degree certificate and the Bachelor's diploma.

• Fixed price guarantee: You will always receive a binding fixed price from us for the translation of your Bachelor's degree certificate (and the Bachelor's diploma), based on the length and format of the document. There are no hidden fees.

• Free preliminary review: The review of your document and the creation of the offer are, of course, free of charge.

• Regular processing time: Standard delivery of the original document takes place within a few working days by post.

• Express option (Only by arrangement): Should you require the certified translation of your Bachelor's degree certificate 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.