Birth Certificate Translation Ireland
Certified translation accepted by ISD (Immigration Service Delivery), Department of Foreign Affairs (Passport Office), HSE and Irish courts.
Why You May Need a Certified Birth Certificate Translation
A birth certificate issued in a language other than English must be accompanied by a certified translation for nearly all Irish administrative and legal purposes. The most common reasons include:
- IRP card registration or renewal — Immigration Service Delivery (ISD), operating from 13–14 Burgh Quay, Dublin 2, requires certified translations of identity documents including birth certificates.
- Irish citizenship application — The Department of Justice requires certified translations of all supporting documents, including your birth certificate and those of your parents or grandparents.
- Passport application (DFA) — The Department of Foreign Affairs requires a certified translation if your birth certificate is not in English.
- Family reunification and visa applications — Certified translations of birth certificates confirm identity, parentage and nationality for ISD family visa applications.
- Marriage registration — The General Register Office may require a certified translation of a foreign birth certificate to verify identity for a marriage licence.
- University enrolment — TCD, UCD, DCU, UCC and other Irish universities require certified translations of foreign-language birth certificates submitted as part of an application.
What Is a Statement of Accuracy?
Ireland does not have a "sworn translator" system. Instead, certified translations carry a signed Statement of Accuracy from the professional translator. This statement confirms:
"I, [Translator Name], a professional translator competent in both [source language] and English, hereby certify that the above is a true, accurate and complete translation of the attached original document. Company registration: Tatkowski Interpreting & Recruitment Limited (CRO 803790). Date: [date]. Contact: info@tatkowski.com."
This format is accepted by ISD (formerly INIS), the Department of Justice, Passport Office, HSE and all Irish courts. No stamp or registry is required under Irish law.
Languages We Translate Birth Certificates From
Pricing
Fixed price, no hidden fees. Quote in 15 minutes on receipt of scan.
How to Order
- Send your document — email a clear scan or photo to info@tatkowski.com or via WhatsApp to +353 83 871 0861.
- Receive your fixed quote — within 15 minutes during business hours. No commitment required.
- Translation delivered in 24h — certified PDF with signed Statement of Accuracy sent by email. Hard copy and postal delivery available on request.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does ISD accept a translated birth certificate?
Yes. Immigration Service Delivery (ISD) accepts certified translations of birth certificates accompanied by a signed Statement of Accuracy from the translator. No stamp or registry is legally required in Ireland.
What is included in a certified translation of a birth certificate?
Full translated text mirroring the original layout, a signed Statement of Accuracy with translator name, company registration (CRO 803790), contact details and date. Notes are added for any official seals, stamps, or formatting elements.
How much does birth certificate translation cost?
€39.99 per page. A standard one-page birth certificate is €39.99 total. Multi-page registers are priced per page. Urgent sub-24h options are available on request.
How quickly can I get my birth certificate translated?
Standard turnaround is 24 hours. Urgent (sub-24h) is available on request — WhatsApp us for current availability.
Do I need a birth certificate translation for my IRP card?
In most cases yes. ISD requires a certified translation of your birth certificate if it is not in English — this applies to first registrations, renewals, and permission type changes.
Can you translate a birth certificate for Irish citizenship?
Yes. Citizenship applications to the Department of Justice require certified translations of all foreign-language supporting documents including birth certificates. Our translations meet ISD's Statement of Accuracy standard.
Do I need a notarised translation for the Passport Office?
No. The Passport Office (DFA) requires a certified translation with a signed Statement of Accuracy. Notarisation is not required for standard passport applications in Ireland.
What languages do you translate birth certificates from?
Polish, Ukrainian, Russian, Romanian, Portuguese, Lithuanian, Spanish, Arabic, Chinese, Hungarian, Czech, Slovak, Bulgarian, Croatian, Serbian, Latvian, Estonian and many more. Contact us if your language is not listed.
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