Death Certificate Translation Services
Need a death certificate translated for probate, inheritance, a family matter or use overseas? We provide clear, carefully formatted translations, with certification requirements checked against the receiving organisation's instructions.
Get the format right.
Tell us where your document is going so the correct translation service can be discussed.
Certified, sworn or legalised?
Different countries and authorities ask for different document formalities. Translation and apostille legalisation are not interchangeable.
Certified translation
A translated document accompanied by the appropriate statement of accuracy and translator details.
Certified translations →Sworn translation
Some overseas authorities require an authorised or sworn translator. Local requirements determine the correct route.
Sworn translation services →Apostille & legalisation
Some authorities additionally require authentication of the original certificate or eligible signature.
Apostille services →UK General Register Office death certificates are not eligible for a UK e-Apostille. If legalisation is required, the UK Legalisation Office provides a paper-based apostille. Certificates issued abroad follow that country's legalisation process.
Translation for important documents
Death certificate translations can be requested when handling records or family and financial matters across different languages.
Probate & inheritance
For solicitors, executors, beneficiaries and overseas estate administration.
Pensions & insurance
When institutions require evidence for benefits, claims or financial processing.
Registration & family matters
For consulates, registries and other public or administrative processes.
Details matter on every certificate
The translation should preserve names, dates, registration information and document structure, while distinguishing official stamps and handwritten fields.
- Personal names and place names
- Record numbers, dates and official terminology
- Seals, signatures, stamps and annotations
- Unreadable content flagged rather than guessed
What to send
Provide a clear scan or photo, the original and required language, the receiving country or authority, and any certification instructions.
Tell us if you need a digital translation, a printed copy or additional formalities.
How the translation process works
Send the document
Share the complete certificate, language pair and submission requirements.
Translate & review
We translate the content and check names, dates and formatting.
Receive the translation
Delivery and the required certification format are confirmed before work starts.
Death certificate translation FAQs
Do I need a certified translation?
Many organisations request a certified translation of foreign-language death certificates. Check the precise requirements with the organisation receiving your document before ordering.
Can I use this for probate or inheritance?
Yes. Death certificates may need translating for probate, inheritance and estate matters. The solicitor or receiving authority should specify the required certification and format.
Is an apostille included?
No. Legalisation is separate from translation. If a UK General Register Office death certificate requires legalisation, a paper-based apostille is used rather than an e-Apostille.
What if the certificate was issued outside the UK?
The UK Legalisation Office cannot apostille a foreign-issued certificate. Follow the issuing country's procedure if legalisation is required.
Can I send a scan?
Yes, you can send a clear scan for review. We will confirm the required final format, including whether a digital file or physical copy is appropriate.
Order a death certificate translation
Tell us the languages and where the document will be used. We will help determine the appropriate translation and certification format.
Tell us about your document
Provide the language pair, intended use, deadline and any instructions from the receiving authority.
Send a scan separately to hello@locatetranslate.co.uk.