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Why USCIS needs it
USCIS requires an English translation of every foreign-language document in your application, including your birth certificate, accompanied by a signed certification of accuracy.
Step by step
Getting a certified birth certificate translation is straightforward.
1. Scan the full certificate
Capture the entire document, front and back, including every seal, stamp, and handwritten note. Nothing should be cut off.
2. Order a certified translation
Upload the scan, choose the source language, and place your order. Most birth certificates are a single page.
3. Receive the certified PDF
You get a complete English translation with a signed Certificate of Translation Accuracy, ready to submit to USCIS.
Common mistakes to avoid
Do not omit the reverse side or stamps, do not translate it yourself, and keep name spellings consistent with your passport. These are the top causes of Requests for Evidence.