What Canadian authorities require
Canadian authorities accept documents supported by a certified translation into English in Reading. This means every word must be matched by the translated text, with a formal statement of the translator's accuracy signed by the professional who did the work. The original stays with you in Reading; we work from a clear scan or fresh copy.
The target language for Canada
An official English translation in Reading must match the source text exactly. Our certified translators provide a word-for-word rendering while keeping the sense clear for Canadian offices. The target language is always English for any document submitted to Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada, as well as provincial bodies. This matches the languages of federal law.
Accepted certification format
A sworn English translator in Reading is not required for Canadian submissions. We provide a Certificate of Accuracy with each job, which meets the standard format known to Canadian officials. The certificate includes the professional credentials of the translator and confirms the match to the source document. This signed declaration carries weight with agencies like IRCC and provincial registries.
Pricing and time frame
We price every translation per page of standard text, with a short quote provided before work starts. A standard turnaround of 2-3 business days applies for most orders. If needed, an express 24-hour option is open for urgent needs such as visa deadlines. The fee includes the Certificate of Accuracy and a scan of the complete work for review before delivery.
Your next steps in Reading
If you hold a vital record from Reading Register Office, ask them for a fresh certified copy at Civic Offices, Bridge Street, Reading RG1 2LU. This seals the gap between the original and the certified translation for Canada, as it allows the translation team to work freely without risk to your sole record. The register office sends it out by post once the request is in hand, and when it arrives, the work of matching every line to an accurate English rendering can start. The same step applies where the paper goes through the FCDO's Legalisation Office in Milton Keynes before crossing the Atlantic.