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Birth certificate translation, certified for ISD, in 24 hours.
€39.99 / page. Same-day on most jobs. Accepted by ISD, Passport Office and HSE.
We translate Irish and foreign birth certificates from and into 200+ languages, certified for use with Immigration Service Delivery, the Passport Office and Irish civil registrations. One quote, one fixed price, one delivery window.
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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: contact@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 contact@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), the office responsible for visas, IRP cards, and citizenship, accepts certified translations of birth certificates accompanied by a signed Statement of Accuracy from the translator. No stamp or registry is legally required.
What is a certified translation of a birth certificate?
A certified translation of a birth certificate includes the full translated text plus a signed Statement of Accuracy confirming the translator's name, qualifications, contact details, company registration, and the date of translation. The translation mirrors the layout of the original document.
How much does birth certificate translation cost in Ireland?
Birth certificate translation costs €39.99 per page at Tatkowski. A standard one-page birth certificate is therefore €39.99. Multi-page birth certificates (e.g., extract from a civil register with multiple pages) are priced per page. Urgent sub-24h service is available on request.
How quickly can I get my birth certificate translated?
Standard turnaround is 24 hours from receipt of clear scan or photo. Urgent (sub-24h) options are available and priced on request — contact us via WhatsApp or email for availability.
Is the translation accepted by the Passport Office?
Yes. The Department of Foreign Affairs (Passport Office) accepts certified translations of birth certificates from non-English-speaking countries. The translation must include a signed Statement of Accuracy — no notarisation is required.
Do I need a birth certificate translation for an IRP card?
In most cases, yes. ISD requires a certified translation of your birth certificate when it is issued in a language other than English. This applies to IRP renewals, first registrations, and changes of permission type.
What languages do you translate birth certificates from?
We translate birth certificates from Polish, Ukrainian, Russian, Romanian, Portuguese, Lithuanian, Spanish, Arabic, Chinese, Hungarian, Czech, Slovak, Bulgarian, Croatian, Serbian, and many more. Contact us if your language is not listed.
Can you translate a birth certificate for an Irish citizenship application?
Yes. Citizenship applications submitted to the Department of Justice require certified translations of all foreign-language supporting documents, including birth certificates. Our translations meet the full ISD Statement of Accuracy standard required for citizenship.
Ready to Get Your Birth Certificate Translated?
Send your document and receive a fixed quote in 15 minutes. Certified, ISD-accepted translation in 24 hours.
