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Death certificate translation, certified for Probate Office, in 24 hours.

€39.99 / page. Same-day on most jobs. Accepted by Probate Office, ISD and HSE.

We translate foreign death certificates for inheritance, estate administration, insurance claims and ISD immigration matters in Ireland — handled with the care the document deserves. One quote, one fixed price.

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When Is a Certified Death Certificate Translation Required?

  • Irish probate and estate administration — The Probate Office and solicitors require certified translations of foreign death certificates for estate administration, grant of probate, and inheritance tax applications.
  • ISD immigration applications — A surviving spouse or dependent child may need to provide a certified translation of a death certificate when changing their immigration permission status.
  • Life insurance claims — Irish and international insurers require certified translations of foreign death certificates for life insurance and pension claims.
  • Bank account closure — Irish banks and financial institutions require certified translations of foreign death certificates when closing accounts held by a deceased person.
  • HSE and healthcare administration — The HSE may require a certified translation for medical records and patient administration purposes.

Statement of Accuracy

All translations include a signed Statement of Accuracy. We understand the sensitivity of bereavement-related translations and handle each case with care. No notarisation is required for standard Irish probate applications — however, your solicitor may have specific requirements.

Pricing

Death Certificate Translation (1 page) €39.99
Urgent (sub-24h) — bespoke, always available On request

Fixed price, no hidden fees. Quote in 15 minutes on receipt of your document.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is a certified translation of a death certificate required for Irish probate?

Yes. The Irish Probate Office and solicitors handling inheritance cases require a certified translation of any foreign-language death certificate submitted as part of an estate administration.

Does ISD require a death certificate translation?

Yes. In certain immigration applications — such as a surviving spouse's change of permission — ISD may require a certified translation of a foreign death certificate.

How much does death certificate translation cost?

Death certificate translation costs €39.99 per page. Most death certificates are one page. We provide a fixed quote on receipt.

How quickly can I get a death certificate translated?

Standard turnaround is 24 hours. Urgent (sub-24h) options are available on request — we understand the time sensitivity around bereavement and legal matters.

Do insurance companies accept certified death certificate translations?

Yes. Irish insurers and financial institutions accept certified translations of foreign death certificates for life insurance claims and account closure processes.

What languages do you translate death certificates from?

Polish, Ukrainian, Russian, Romanian, Portuguese, Lithuanian, Arabic, Chinese and many more. We have experience with older death certificates from Eastern Europe, including Soviet-era documents.

Is notarisation required for an Irish probate application?

No. Typically a certified translation with a signed Statement of Accuracy is sufficient. However, your solicitor may have specific requirements — we recommend confirming with them first.

Can you translate a death certificate issued in Ukraine or Russia?

Yes. We regularly translate Ukrainian and Russian-language death certificates, including older Soviet-format documents, for Irish probate, ISD and insurance purposes.

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