Certified Translations in Germany for Official Documents
Clear pricing, personal handling and translations prepared for official submission
Submitting foreign-language documents to a German authority can feel uncertain: Which translation is required? Is a scan sufficient? What will it cost, and when will it be ready? At Nachtigal Services, you receive clear answers before the translation begins.
I personally prepare certified translations from Russian and English into German. As a translator authorised by the Higher Regional Court of Hamm, I translate certificates and other documents for registry offices, immigration authorities, courts, notaries, universities, employers and private clients.
For a quotation, a clear scan or photo is usually sufficient. You can order online from anywhere in Germany or arrange personal service at the office in Recklinghausen.
Certified Translations for German Authorities and Institutions
Translation requirements depend on the receiving institution and the purpose of the procedure. Tell me where you intend to submit the document so that the quotation and translation can be prepared with that purpose in mind.
Registry Offices and Family Matters
Birth and marriage registration, name matters, subsequent certification and other civil-status procedures.
Residence and Naturalisation
Immigration authorities, family reunification, naturalisation applications and other residence-related procedures.
Education, Employment and Recognition
Universities, job applications and the recognition of foreign academic or professional qualifications.
Legal and Business Documents
Contracts, powers of attorney, declarations, court documents, notarial documents and other formal evidence.
Documents Commonly Submitted for Certified Translation
Certified translations are available from Russian and English into German. If your document is not listed below, send a scan or photo for an individual assessment.
- ✓Birth certificates
- ✓Marriage certificates
- ✓Divorce decrees
- ✓Wills
- ✓International contracts and agreements
- ✓Apostilles and legalisations
- ✓Employment references
- ✓Court judgments and proceedings
- ✓Contracts and declarations
- ✓Diplomas and school certificates
- ✓Tax returns
- ✓Medical certificates
- ✓Powers of attorney
- ✓Passports and identity cards
- ✓Other official documents
How to Order a Certified Translation Online
You do not normally need to post the original document for the initial quotation. A complete and clearly legible scan or photo is usually sufficient.
Upload Your Document
Send a complete, clearly legible scan or photo using the online form.
Receive a Quotation
You receive information about the price, expected turnaround and delivery.
Confirm the Order
Work begins only after you have reviewed and accepted the quotation.
Translation and Delivery
Your certified translation is prepared and delivered as agreed.
Request Your Individual Quotation
The final price depends on the document, language combination, formatting and delivery requirements.
Why Clients Choose Nachtigal Services
Officially Verifiable Qualification
The translator’s authorisation by the Higher Regional Court of Hamm can be verified in the official German register.
One Responsible Contact
Your enquiry, documents and translation are handled personally rather than passed through an anonymous platform.
Clear Information in Advance
You know the price, expected turnaround and next steps before confirming the order.
Focused on Official Documents
The service is designed for documents used in administrative, legal, academic and professional procedures.
An Honest Note about Acceptance
The receiving authority always decides which documents, originals, apostilles or additional certifications are required in a particular procedure. If you are unsure, ask the receiving institution about its requirements and include that information with your enquiry.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will German authorities accept the certified translation?
The translation is prepared for official submission by a court-authorised translator. However, the receiving authority decides which documents, originals, apostilles or additional evidence are required for your specific procedure.
Is a scan or photo sufficient for a quotation?
Yes. In most cases, a complete and clearly legible scan or photo is sufficient for the initial assessment and quotation.
Do I need to post the original document immediately?
Usually not for the initial review. You will be informed if the original document is needed for the translation or certification process.
How will I know the price and turnaround?
After the document has been reviewed, you receive a quotation with the price, expected turnaround, delivery information and next steps.
Can I order from outside Recklinghausen?
Yes. The service is available online throughout Germany. Personal service is also available at the office in Recklinghausen by arrangement.
Get a Clear Quotation before You Decide
Send a clear scan or photo of your document. You will receive information about the price, expected turnaround and next steps for your certified Russian–German or English–German translation.
