Prepare documents for translation
The right translation depends on the document and the institution receiving it. LegalServices.ge advertises translation and certification coordination for personal and business paperwork. ExploreGE helps you set out where the document comes from, which language it needs and what you want to use it for before a quote is prepared.
Check the destination first
Ask the receiving institution for its requirements before ordering a translation. The required language, format, certification and authentication may depend on what the document will be used for. If you have written instructions from an authority, bank, registry or notary, include that description in the initial request.
A complete translation brief
- Identify the document and whether you hold an original, copy or digital version.
- Include every page, reverse side, stamp, attachment and endorsement in the page count.
- Explain how names should correspond with the identity documents used in the same procedure.
- State the destination country or institution and any submission deadline.
- Ask which stage should happen first if notarization, apostille or legalization is also involved.
Keep the original and completed version together for your records. If the source document is amended or a new certificate is issued, ask whether the translation needs updating before reuse.
A useful starting brief
- The document type and the issuing country.
- The original language and required destination language.
- The receiving institution and the purpose of submission.
- The number of pages and your preferred completion date.
From enquiry to a clear scope
Ask the team to confirm whether an original, a certified copy, notarial certification or further authentication is needed. Those steps should follow the recipient’s requirements rather than a one-size-fits-all checklist. Do not upload confidential records into an open enquiry; arrange the appropriate sharing method first. Completion times and language availability should be confirmed for the actual document.
Keep planning
Good to know.
Can I ask about a language not listed on the site?
Yes. State both languages and the document type so availability can be checked.
Will any translation be accepted by any authority?
No. The required language, format and certification depend on the receiving institution and purpose.
Should I translate a document before arranging an apostille?
Ask the recipient and coordinating professional about the required sequence. The appropriate order depends on the document, issuing authority and intended use.
