Document Translation in Singapore—Fast, Certified, and Worry-Free

 

“Lingua Technologies International has provided official certified document translation services to thousands of satisfied clients who have needed certified document translation or translator services in Singapore and worldwide since 1996.”

That single sentence captures — in crystal-clear terms — why Document translation in Singapore is more than a routine language swap. Every immigration form, birth certificate, court brief, or financial statement you submit to the Immigration & Checkpoints Authority (ICA), Ministry of Manpower (MOM), Land Transport Authority (LTA), or any other agency must be perfectly rendered and officially certified. A missing signature, a mistyped name, or an overlooked legal nuance can delay approvals, derail business deals, and even jeopardise legal standing.

 

Why “Certified” Matters

Singapore’s government bodies only recognise certified document translation that meets strict quality and authenticity guidelines. Choosing an ISO 17100-certified provider ensures:

1. Dual-linguist workflows – a native-speaker translator and an independent reviewer for every project.
2. Secure, audited processes – iron-clad confidentiality for sensitive personal or corporate data.
3. Globally accepted certification – translations accompanied by a signed Certificate of Accuracy that immigration officers, courts, and universities rely on without question.

 

Our Proven 8-Step Process

1. Submit & Scope – Email your scan or drop by our city-centre office. We confirm source/target languages, legibility, and any extra requirements.
2. Transparent Quote – Clear pricing, timeline, and optional add-ons such as notarisation and SAL authentication.
3. Payment Confirmation – Secure online payment or PayNow for total peace of mind.
4. Translation & Review – Native-speaker linguist + qualified reviewer follow ISO-17100 protocols.
5. Your Feedback – We send a draft for your quick review of names, dates, and specialised terms.
6. Certificate of Accuracy – Signed by our authorised representative, ready for ICA, MOM, IRAS, or court submission.
7. Optional Notarisation – We liaise with trusted Notary Public partners and the Singapore Academy of Law (SAL) so you don’t have to queue.
8. Collection or Courier – Pick up at our office or receive tamper-proof hard copies via same-day courier.

This systematic flow eliminates surprises and keeps your project firmly on schedule — even when deadlines are tight.

 

Documents We Translate Daily

• Birth, marriage, and divorce certificates
• Passports and NRICs
• Academic transcripts, diplomas, and professional licences
• Police clearance reports and medical records
• Power of Attorney, contracts, and patents
• Bank statements, payslips, and annual reports

If it’s written on paper and needed by a Singapore authority, we’ve translated it—accurately and on time.

 

Multilingual Expertise at Your Fingertips

With a vetted network of over 5,000 native linguists, we cover 150+ language pairs, including:

• Mandarin ↔ English (most requested for ICA)
• Bahasa Indonesia ↔ English (popular for MOM work passes)
• Japanese, Korean, Thai, and Vietnamese for business expansion
• French, German, Spanish, and Russian for global corporate filings

Every translator signs strict NDAs and possesses domain-specific expertise—legal, medical, financial, or technical—so your terminology stays precise.

 

What Sets Us Apart

Your Concern	Our Solution
Urgent timeline	Next-day delivery for single-page certificates; expedited 24-hour notarisation when required.
Absolute confidentiality	ISO-secured servers, GDPR-compliant handling, and restricted staff access.
Budget control	Transparent per-word rates, no weekend surcharges, and flexible payment methods.
One-stop compliance	Translation, notarisation, SAL authentication, and even courier—all coordinated by a single project manager.

 

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Will ICA accept a colour scan of the certified copy?
A: Yes, ICA typically accepts digital scans of certified translations. However, keep the original hard copy in case an officer requests it.

Q: How long does notarisation add to the process?
A: Most notarised translations are ready within 48 hours; same-day service is available for select languages.

Q: Do you provide sworn translators?
A: Singapore does not maintain a sworn-translator registry. Instead, authorities recognise ISO-certified translation companies with signed Certificates of Accuracy.

 

Ready to Get Started?

Click “Get a Free Quote” below, attach your document, and our consultants will respond within 60 minutes during business hours. Experience how effortless certified document translation in Singapore can be—so you can focus on what matters most: your family, your studies, or your business.