Need a certified translation for a visa application, passport renewal, court case or university place? SE Translations is a London-based translation company that provides certified translations of birth certificates, marriage certificates, academic records and legal documents. Every translation comes with a signed Certificate of Translation Accuracy.
We specialise in Bangla, Urdu and Arabic to English, and we also work with French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese and Hindi.
We are a translation company, not a legal or immigration adviser. The organisation receiving your document decides whether to accept it, so please check their requirements first.
Signed, dated and supplied with a Certificate of Translation Accuracy.
Your documents are shared only with your assigned translator.
A certified translation is a translation that comes with a signed statement from the translator or the translation company. The statement confirms that the translation is a true and accurate version of the original document. In the UK, this is the format most commonly requested by the Home Office, UKVI, HM Passport Office, courts, universities and employers.
GOV.UK guidance says a certified translation should include confirmation that it is a true and accurate translation of the original, the date of the translation, and the full name and contact details of the translator or company. Every translation we issue includes these details. We also attach a copy of the original so the receiving organisation can compare the two.
In practice, most delays come from small details rather than big mistakes. A name spelled differently from the passport, a stamp that was left untranslated or a missing date can be enough for a caseworker to ask for a new translation. We check for these issues before anything is sent back to you, so you can submit your documents with more confidence.
Language adds its own challenges. Arabic names can be spelled in several ways in English, so our Arabic immigration translation work includes a name check against your passport. Bangla documents often carry registrar seals and handwritten entries, which is why many clients choose our Bangla to English certified translation team to read them accurately.
Choose the service that matches your document or appointment. If you are unsure which one fits, send us a message and we will point you in the right direction.
Certified Bangla to English translation for birth and marriage certificates, academic records, police certificates and immigration papers. Our translators are familiar with the layouts and seals used on Bangladeshi documents.
Bangla to English Certified TranslationCertified Urdu to English translation for official, immigration, academic and medical documents, with careful handling of names and dates.
Urdu to English Translation for Asylum CasesCertified Arabic to English translation that stays faithful to the original wording and format, including stamps and handwritten notes.
Arabic Translation ServicesTranslations prepared for visa, settlement, asylum and citizenship applications, in the format UKVI and the Home Office ask for.
UK Visa TranslationTranslation of witness statements, court orders, contracts and other legal papers for solicitors and individuals.
Legal Translation ServicesCertified translation of medical reports, hospital letters and health records, handled with care and full confidentiality.
Medical Translation LondonInterpreters for appointments, hearings and meetings, in person or by phone and video.
In-Person InterpretingYour certified translation verified before a UK notary public, for organisations and overseas authorities that ask for notarisation.
Ask About Notarised TranslationSupport with legalising your translated document for use abroad. Tell us the destination country and we will explain which route applies.
Ask About Apostille SupportLooking for another language? Our languages page lists everything we cover.
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We provide professional translation services for personal, academic, legal and official documents across a wide range of languages in the UK.
Most UK applications only need a certified translation. Some overseas authorities, and a few UK bodies, ask for more. The table below shows the difference at a glance.
| Feature | Most commonCertified | Notarised | Apostille / Legalised |
|---|---|---|---|
| What it is | Translation with a signed statement of accuracy | Certified translation verified before a notary public | Notarised document legalised by the UK Legalisation Office |
| Typically used for | UK visas, Home Office, passport, courts, universities | Some overseas authorities and formal legal use | Use in countries that require legalisation |
| Our turnaround | 1-3 working days | 5 working days | Ask for a quote |
| Price from | from £10 | from £10 | Custom quote |
A simple rule helps here: ask the receiving organisation what they need, in writing if possible. If they only say "certified translation", a standard certified translation is usually what they mean. Not sure which one applies to you? Ask us before you order.
Our certified translations start from £10 per page for standard documents such as birth and marriage certificates. We confirm a fixed quote before any work begins, so there are no surprises later.
Fixed quote before work beginsGetting a certified translation should not feel complicated. Here is how it works, from your first message to the finished document.
Send clear scans or photos by email or WhatsApp. Tell us who will receive the translation and whether they asked for a specific format.
A qualified translator prepares the translation and follows the layout of your original. A second linguist then checks it before it is signed and dated with our Certificate of Translation Accuracy.
You receive the finished translation as a PDF, with a hard copy by post if requested. It is ready to submit to the Home Office, a university, a solicitor or a court. The process is the same for every one of our translation services.
Many of our clients are preparing applications that rely on documents issued in Bangladesh. If that sounds like you, our Bangla visa application translation service covers the supporting papers that UK applications usually require.
Choosing a translation company is a matter of trust. You are handing over personal papers, often for an application that matters a great deal. Here is what you can expect from us.
Our Bangla, Urdu and Arabic translators are qualified and experienced linguists with over 5 years of experience in certified translation.
Every certified translation includes a statement of accuracy, the date and our full name and contact details.
You know the price and delivery time before we start.
Documents are shared only with the assigned translator, stored securely and deleted on request.
Send your document by email or WhatsApp and we will reply within 24 hours. If you need an interpreter at short notice, our instant telephone interpreting service connects you quickly.
We serve clients across the UK and overseas, with everything handled online.
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We are based in London, and we work with clients across the UK. Documents are sent securely online, so you do not need to visit our office.
If you live in the capital, our London translation services page explains how we work locally. Everything else can be done by email or WhatsApp, wherever you happen to be. Clients closer to our office may also like to read about translation in East London.
Most of our work is done remotely, so distance is rarely a problem. You send your documents by email or WhatsApp and receive your translation the same way.
If you are in the Midlands, our Bangla translation services in Birmingham page is a good place to start. For every other city we serve, including Manchester, Leeds and Liverpool, see our locations page.
Straight answers to the questions we hear most about certified translation.
Send your document and we will confirm your translation options, quote and delivery time.
A certified translation is a translation supplied with a signed statement from the translator or translation company, confirming that it is a true and accurate translation of the original. It also includes the date and the full name and contact details of the translator or company.
No. A certified translation is signed by the translator or company. A notarised translation is a certified translation that has also been verified before a notary public. Most UK applications only need a certified translation, but always check what the receiving organisation asks for.
Our certified translations include all the details GOV.UK asks for, so they are prepared in the format the Home Office expects. We cannot guarantee acceptance, because that decision always rests with the receiving organisation. Please check their requirements and tell us what they ask for when you order. If your case involves an asylum claim, our guide to Bangla translation for asylum cases explains what to prepare.
Prices start From £10 per page. The final cost depends on the language, document type, length and urgency. We give you a fixed quote before we begin.
Yes. We send a PDF by email as standard, and we can post a signed hard copy if the receiving organisation asks for one.
Yes. Your documents are used only for your translation, shared only with the assigned translator, stored securely and deleted on request. You can read more in our privacy policy.
Tell us as soon as possible and share the reason you were given. If the issue relates to our translation or its format, we will correct it at no extra cost.
Still have a question? Visit our full FAQ page for more answers.
Short, practical guides to help you prepare your documents and avoid common problems.
Whether you are preparing a visa application or answering a request from a solicitor, we can help you get the right translation without the stress. Send us your document and we will confirm your quote and delivery time. We are based in London and serve clients across the UK.
