Diploma Translation Services

Start by sending a clear scan or photo of the diploma and stating the language pair, deadline, and whether certification, notarization, or hard copies are required. Most single diplomas are completed digitally within 24 to 48 hours when the file is legible and the layout is straightforward. Prices vary by language and formatting, and certification is included when the translation is for official use. To avoid delays, share any instructions from the recipient, such as exact wording for the translator’s certification or the need for a physical, signed copy.

Tomedes provides certified, human translations, preserves layout, and supports optional notarization and hard-copy delivery so the file is ready for university admissions, immigration, licensing, or government use.

Acceptance depends on meeting the recipient’s rules for certified translations. In practice, this means a complete and accurate translation plus a signed statement from the translator confirming competency and accuracy, and, in some countries, specific translator details such as name, signature, date, and contact information. Some recipients request notarization or an apostille, while many do not. Universities and licensing boards may also ask for a separate credential evaluation to verify degree equivalency. To prevent rework, confirm requirements with the recipient before placing an order and include that guidance with your files.

Tomedes issues certified translations with the required statements and can add notarization or hard copies when needed.

Certified translation is the default for official use. It is a complete translation plus a signed declaration of accuracy and translator competency. “Sworn” translation exists in some countries where translators are court-authorized and sign with an official seal. Notarization verifies the signature on the certification, not the translation quality, and is only needed if the receiving office asks for it. Apostille may be required for use across Hague Convention countries and is a separate process after notarization. Confirm what the recipient needs, then request those options during checkout to avoid delays.

Tomedes delivers certified translations for official use and can arrange notarization, provide a sealed hard copy, and guide you on next steps if an apostille is required.

Most one-page diplomas are delivered within 24 to 48 hours when files are clear and formatting is simple. Turnaround depends on language pair, file quality, visual elements, and whether notarization or hard-copy shipping is required. Rush service is often available for urgent deadlines, and complex layouts or rare languages can add time. To speed things up, send a high-resolution scan, indicate the purpose of the translation, and share any wording the recipient expects in the translator’s certificate. Tomedes operates 24/7, assigns qualified academic document translators, and flags any timeline risks before work begins, so you know when a certified PDF and any requested hard copies will arrive.

Pricing typically follows a per-page model for certified translations, with a page often defined around short official documents. The final price depends on language pair, formatting, image cleanup, and extras like notarization or expedited shipping. Expect higher rates for complex layouts, rare languages, or urgent same-day delivery. The fastest way to get an accurate figure is to upload a clear image of the diploma for a firm quote that lists certification, any notarization, and hard-copy options. Tomedes provides transparent, itemized quotes, supports 270+ languages, and includes certification for official use, with optional notarization and tracked hard-copy delivery when a physical document is required.

Tomedes supports over 270 languages and delivers certified translations in secure PDF, while keeping working files in DOCX for accurate formatting. You can upload scans or photos in common image formats and PDFs. For best results, ensure the diploma image is sharp and unobstructed, with seals and signatures visible. If the document contains decorative fonts or embossed seals that are hard to read, include a second, higher-contrast image. The team reproduces tables, stamps, and official lines in a layout that mirrors the original, which helps recipients review the translation quickly for admissions, immigration, or licensing.

Self-translation is not recommended for official use because many recipients view it as a conflict of interest or will not accept it. Certified translation requires a complete translation plus a signed statement attesting to accuracy and translator competency, and third-party translators are standard for immigration, admissions, and licensing. Some offices will allow a competent bilingual person to certify, but outcomes vary and rejections are common when the translator is the applicant or a family member. To save time, order a professional certified translation that matches the recipient’s rules. Tomedes uses qualified human translators for academic documents and provides a certification letter with the required details.

A credential evaluation is different from translation. It assesses how your foreign degree compares to local standards for admissions or licensing. Many US universities and boards accept evaluations from NACES or AICE member agencies. If your application requires an evaluation, you will usually submit both the certified translation and the source diploma and transcript to the evaluator. Always check the recipient’s policy first, since agencies, report types, and submission methods vary. Tomedes supplies certified translations in the formats evaluation agencies expect and can coordinate deliverables so your documents are ready for the selected evaluator.

You receive a certified PDF via secure delivery. If the recipient requires original signatures or stamps, you can request a hard copy on company letterhead with the signed certification. Notarized copies and courier shipping are available on request, which can add time and cost. To avoid delays, confirm with the recipient whether a digital file is enough or whether a physical, signed copy is mandatory. Tomedes provides certified PDFs for fast submission and can prepare notarized hard copies and arrange tracked shipping when required by universities, immigration offices, or licensing boards.