PRICE LIST FOR SWORN AFRIKAANS TRANSLATIONS OF DHA DOCUMENTS – SOUTH AFRICA
The Department of Home Affairs (DHA) plays a crucial role at handling everything from passports and IDs to citizenship documents. If your official documents are in Afrikaans, you might need sworn translations to interact with the DHA for various purposes.
Sworn Afrikaans translation involves the translation of official documents by a linguist who has taken an oath before a legal authority. This process ensures the accuracy and fidelity of the translation. Home Affairs documents, including vital records and personal identification documents, often require sworn translation to facilitate processes such as immigration, legal proceedings, and educational pursuits.
Types of documents issued by the Department of Home Affairs that require a sworn translation
Birth Certificates:
Sworn translation may be necessary for birth certificates when individuals need to present these documents for immigration purposes or educational enrolments, both within South Africa and internationally.
Marriage Certificates:
Sworn translation of marriage certificates becomes essential for individuals involved in cross-border marriages, legal proceedings, or when dealing with immigration authorities.
Death Certificates:
In cases where the death of an individual needs to be acknowledged internationally or when dealing with cross-border legal matters, sworn translation of death certificates may be required.
Below is a table outlining the pricing and turnaround time for sworn translation services of Home Affairs documents in South Africa.
| Document | Languages | Cost Per Document | Turnaround Time |
| Birth certificates (abridged & unabridged) | Afrikaans to English | R350 – R500 | 1 working day |
| Marriage certificates | Afrikaans to English | R350 – R500 | 1 working day |
| Letter of No Impediment | Afrikaans to English | R350 – R500 | 1 working day |
| Vault certificates | Afrikaans to English | R350 – R500 | 1 working day |
| Death Certificate | Afrikaans to English | R350 – R500 | 1 working day |
| Naturalisation certificates | Afrikaans to English | R350 – R500 | 1 working day |
| Citizenship Certificate | Afrikaans to English | R350 – R500 | 1 working day |
| Passport | Afrikaans to English | R350 – R500 | 1 working day |
| ID book / Smart ID | Afrikaans to English | R350 – R500 | 1 working day |
Additional documents that often require a sworn translation.
- Court Documents
- Court Judgement Documents
- Academic Qualifications: Matric Certificate
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT AFRIKAANS SWORN TRANSLATION FOR DHA DOCUMENTS
Sworn translation is a specialized service that involves the translation of legal documents, such as contracts, affidavits, and court rulings, from one language to another. It is crucial in ensuring accurate and legally binding translations for official purposes. Sworn translation services in South Africa are exclusively offered by professional translators who have been duly appointed and authorized by the High Court of South Africa. These translators possess the necessary linguistic expertise and legal knowledge to provide accurate and certified translations. To verify the authenticity of a sworn translation, you can look for the translator's official stamp or seal, their signature, and a statement declaring that the translation is a true and accurate representation of the original document. Yes, there are specific requirements for sworn translations in South Africa. The translated document must be an exact representation of the original, including all stamps, seals, and signatures. Yes, sworn translations from South Africa are generally accepted for official purposes in other countries. We advise that you check with the relevant authorities or institutions for the destination country before to avoid complications. We can generally translate a 1-2-page document within 1 business day At Afrikaans Transation we translate a number of European and South African language including but not limited to English, French, Spanish, Portuguese, German, Afrikaans, Zulu, Xhosa, Sotho, and Tswana. Our minimum fee is R500 In a word, yes. Our translators are the backbone of our business and they are crucial to delivering accurate, high-quality translations. To ensure we achieve our own high standards on every single project we undertake, we have strict minimum prerequisites that our translators must comply with prior to working with us.
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