Sworn English Translation of Turkish Documents — Iraq & Syria
Uğur Arı — sworn translator, Istanbul · Updated August 28, 2026
Many Iraqis and Syrians hold Turkish official documents — a residence permit, citizenship certificate, university diploma, or property deed. To use those documents in Europe, the United Kingdom, the United States, or any English-speaking country, you need a certified English translation produced by a sworn translator. Uğur Arı is a yeminli mütercim registered with the Kartal 12th Notary Office in Istanbul. Certified PDF by email within 24–48 hours. From $24.90 per page.
Who needs this
This service is for Iraqi and Syrian nationals who:
- →Obtained Turkish residency or citizenship and now need official documents certified in English for a European or North American visa application.
- →Graduated from a Turkish university and need a certified English translation of their diploma and transcript for employment abroad.
- →Own property in Turkey and need the deed (tapu) or title documents certified in English for a mortgage, insurance, or international transaction.
- →Hold a Turkish court ruling — divorce, custody, inheritance — and need a certified English version for recognition abroad.
- →Need their Turkish birth certificate, marriage certificate, or family registry (nüfus cüzdanı) certified in English for UNHCR, an embassy, or a family reunification process.
Documents covered
If your document is not listed, send a photo via WhatsApp — you will receive a quote within a few hours.
What "sworn" means
In Turkey, a yeminli mütercim (sworn translator) is a professional who has taken a formal oath before a notary public and is registered with a notary office. This registration is listed on the translator's certificate. Every translation produced carries:
- ·The translator's full name and notary registration number
- ·A signed declaration that the translation is accurate and complete
- ·The date of the translation
This certification is accepted by European Union embassies in Ankara and Istanbul, by immigration authorities, and by international institutions as legally equivalent to a notarized translation under Turkish law.
How it works
Pricing
Written quote before payment. Certified PDF by email within 24–48 hours. Hard copy by post on request (shipping cost extra).
I have a Turkish residence permit (ikamet). Can you certify an English translation?
Yes. Turkish residence permits, citizenship certificates, and government-issued identity documents can be translated into English with the sworn translator's certification. The certified PDF is accepted by European embassies, immigration authorities, and universities.
Is a sworn Turkish translator's certification accepted by EU embassies?
Yes. A translation by a Turkish sworn translator (yeminli mütercim) — registered with a Turkish notary office — carries legal standing equivalent to a court-certified translation under Turkish law. EU embassies in Ankara and Istanbul accept this certification.
How do I send my Turkish documents?
Send a scan or clear photo via WhatsApp or email. Physical originals are not required for most documents. You will receive a written price quote before payment.
How long does translation take?
Most single-document translations are completed within 24–48 hours. Complex documents such as court rulings or property deeds may take up to 72 hours. Rush delivery is available on request.
Do I need an apostille on my Turkish document before translation?
Not for the translation itself. The sworn translation is produced from the Turkish document as-is. Whether the receiving country requires an apostille on the original document depends on that country's rules — confirm with the institution or embassy you are submitting to.
Can I use the certified English translation for UNHCR or refugee documentation?
Yes. Certified English translations of Turkish documents — residence permits, birth certificates, family registries, court orders — are accepted by UNHCR and by refugee-related proceedings in English-speaking countries. Confirm requirements with the specific agency handling your case.
- Criminal record — certified English translation →
- Birth certificate — certified English translation →
- Marriage certificate — certified English translation →
- Diploma & transcript — certified English translation →
- Sworn translation vs. notarized translation in Turkey →
- Turkish document translation — Pakistan →
- Turkish document translation — Erbil & Kurdistan Region →
Acceptance is ultimately determined by the receiving institution. This page is general information, not legal advice. Confirm requirements with the relevant embassy or authority.