Certified, Sworn and Apostilled Translations

A sworn translation is completed through a formal procedure in which the translator declares before the competent authority that the translation faithfully reflects the source document. An apostille serves a different purpose: it authenticates the relevant public signature or certification so that the document can be recognized abroad in countries where the Hague Apostille Convention applies.

The sworn translation itself does not normally have an expiration date. However, the authority receiving the document may require a recently issued original or impose specific validity periods for the documents submitted as part of the procedure.

Yes. In most cases, a clear scan or PDF is enough for us to review the documents, assess the requirements and prepare a quote.

It depends on the procedure. A digital copy is normally sufficient for an initial assessment and quote. Before proceeding, we recommend checking whether the receiving authority requires the translation to be sworn against the original document or whether another form of documentation is acceptable. This can help avoid unnecessary costs or additional procedures.

Turnaround depends on the language pair, the volume and complexity of the documents, and whether additional procedures such as a sworn translation or apostille are required. Once we have reviewed your documents and requirements, we can provide a specific delivery estimate.

That depends on the destination country and the requirements of the authority or institution receiving the document. An agency-certified translation may be sufficient in some cases, while others may require a sworn translation, an apostille or additional legalization procedures. We therefore recommend confirming the exact requirements with the receiving authority before proceeding.

Yes. If you need the original hard-copy documentation, we can arrange express courier delivery to the address you provide.

Whenever possible. We assess urgent requests individually based on linguist availability, document preparation, translation time and any sworn translation, apostille or legalization procedures involved.

A sworn translation involves a formal procedure before the competent authority. An agency-certified translation is accompanied by a statement issued directly by Perenchio Translations confirming the accuracy and completeness of the translation, with our company signature and stamp. Some organizations accept agency certification, while others require a formal sworn translation. The correct option depends on the requirements of the receiving authority.

Yes. Much of the process can usually be managed remotely. You can send us digital copies of your documents for the initial assessment. Once the required procedure has been completed, we can arrange courier delivery of the hard-copy documentation within Italy or internationally.

Requirements vary between consulates, embassies and other authorities. Some accept a certified translation, while others require a sworn translation, an apostille or additional legalization. We recommend confirming the exact requirements with the relevant authority before starting the process.

Yes. We regularly translate birth and marriage certificates, civil status records, court judgments, genealogical documentation and other documents used for Italian citizenship applications and similar international procedures.

Yes. We translate diplomas, degree certificates, academic transcripts, university certificates and school records for submission to foreign universities, qualification recognition procedures and international study programs. The certification requirements depend on the institution and the procedure involved.

Yes. Many of these projects can be managed remotely. You can send us your documents digitally and, where hard copies are required, we can arrange international courier delivery once the process is complete.