Certified Turkish Translation Services in the UK
I provide certified Turkish translation services for documents going to the Home Office, HM Passport Office, UKVI, UK ENIC, courts and universities. Prices start from £30 per one page document (applies to digitally delivered translations of short, one page documents such as diplomas, degree certificates or birth certificates), with a standard turnaround of 1–2 business days. Every translation is done and signed by me, Ali Yildirim, a Chartered Linguist (CIOL) and qualified member of the ITI, with no subcontracting.
What’s a certified translation?
A certified Turkish to English translation is an official rendering of a document that comes with a signed statement from a qualified translator or translation agency, verifying that it faithfully and accurately reflects the source text. Most UK institutions such as Home Office, HM Passport Office, UKVI, HM Courts & Tribunals, UK ENIC require certified translation of documents for applications.
How it works
Certified translation in four simple steps
- 1
Send your documents
- Email or WhatsApp me a clear photo or scan of each document. Please include every page.
- Tell me what the translation is for (visa, passport, university and so on) and whether you need digital or paper copies.
- I usually reply within an hour during working hours.
- 2
Receive your quote
- I’ll send you a fixed price and an estimated delivery date, with no hidden extras.
- Many standard documents, such as birth certificates, diplomas and marriage certificates, have a set price. You can see these on my Prices page.
- Standard turnaround is 1–2 business days.
- 3
Payment
- When you’re happy with the quote, just confirm and I’ll send you my payment details.
- Payment is by bank transfer to my UK business bank account.
- 4
Delivery
- I translate your documents personally. No subcontracting.
- Each comes with my stamp and a signed, dated certificate of translation.
- Digital copies sent by email or WhatsApp as soon as they’re ready.
- Paper copies stamped and signed by hand on every page, then posted to you.
Why a UK-based Chartered Linguist? Every certified translation is done and signed by me personally — no subcontracting — with free correction if a UK authority rejects it and signed copies posted anywhere in the UK. Find out why it matters.
Not sure whether you need a certified, notarised or apostilled translation? Read my guide: Certified vs Sworn, Notarised, Legalised and Apostilled.
What’s Included in a UK Certified Translation
- Certificate of Translation: A declaration confirming the translation is a true and accurate version of the original.
- Translator’s Credentials: Contact information along with professional membership details (e.g., MCIL or CIOL) or the translation agency’s information.
- Signature and Date: Signed and dated by the translator or an authorised project manager.
- Official Seal or Stamp: The agency’s or translator’s professional stamp.
Bosphorus Translation provides professional Turkish to English translation services for individuals, law firms, businesses and organisations across the UK.
Based in Hampshire, I am a specialist Turkish translator with over 20 years of experience, a Chartered Linguist with the Chartered Institute of Linguists (CIOL) and a qualified member of the Institute of Translation & Interpreting (ITI). I am also ISO 17100:2015 qualified.
Turkish to English Certified Translations
If you have a document issued in Turkey and need to use it in the UK, you will often need an English translation to accompany the original document.
I provide Turkish to English translations for documents including:
- Birth certificates (nüfus kayıt örneği)
- Marriage certificates (evlenme cüzdanı, evlilik cüzdanı, aile cüzdanı)
- Divorce documents (boşanma kararı, boşanma ilamı)
- Death certificates (ölüm belgesi)
- Turkish identity documents (nüfus kayıt örneği, formül A)
- Passports and supporting documents
- Driving licences (sürücü belgesi, ehliyet)
- Criminal record certificates (adli sicil kaydı)
- Academic certificates and diplomas
- Transcripts and university documents (transkript, öğrenim belgesi)
- Employment documents
- Medical reports
- Legal documents
- Court documents
- Contracts and agreements
- Business and financial documents
The translation can be prepared with the appropriate certification statement for its intended use.
Important: Requirements can vary between organisations. If you are submitting a translation to a particular UK authority, court, university or other institution, it is always advisable to check its specific requirements before ordering the translation.
Why Choose Bosphorus Translation?
Work Directly With Your Translator
With Bosphorus Translation, you work directly with me, rather than communicating through a large translation agency.
This means:
- Direct communication with your translator
- No unnecessary intermediaries
- Consistent terminology
- Personal accountability
- Confidential handling of your documents
- A service tailored to your specific requirements
For important legal and official documents, knowing who is responsible for your translation can make a significant difference.
Qualified Turkish Translation Specialist
My professional credentials include:
Institute of Translation & Interpreting (ITI)
Qualified member
Chartered Institute of Linguists (CIOL)
Chartered Linguist (MCIL CL), no. 42759
ISO 17100:2015
Qualified
I specialise in English ↔ Turkish translation in both directions, rather than offering Turkish as one of dozens of languages.
My areas of expertise include:
- Legal translation
- Medical and life sciences
- Business and technical translation
- Marketing and transcreation
- Travel and hospitality
- Website localisation
Certified Turkish Documents for UK Use
A certified translation is commonly required when a Turkish-language document needs to be submitted to a UK organisation.
Depending on the receiving organisation’s requirements, the certification may confirm that the translation is an accurate and complete representation of the original document.
Certified translations can be supplied with relevant translator details, certification wording and date.
Common reasons for ordering a Turkish to English certified translation include:
Immigration & visas
Documents supporting UK visa and immigration applications, including UK spouse visa applications.
Legal proceedings
Documents required by solicitors, courts or other legal professionals.
Education
Turkish qualifications, diplomas and academic transcripts for UK institutions.
Employment
Documents required by employers or professional organisations.
Marriage & family matters
Birth, marriage, divorce and other civil-status documents.
Business
Contracts, company documents and other official business records.
Turkish to English Translation for UK Applications
If your Turkish document is going to a UK organisation that needs it in English, I translate it into clear, accurate English, taking particular care with names, dates, reference numbers and official terminology. Applying for a visa, settlement, British citizenship or a passport? See certified Turkish translation for UK visa and Home Office applications for the documents each application usually needs.
How the Service Works
1. Send your document
Email a clear scan or photograph of your Turkish or English document.
2. Receive a quote
I will review the document and provide a clear quotation based on its length, complexity and required turnaround time.
3. Translation
Your document is translated carefully, with particular attention to names, dates, terminology and formatting.
4. Certification
Where required, the completed translation is accompanied by an appropriate certification statement.
5. Delivery
Your completed translation can be supplied digitally and, where required, as a hard copy.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you provide Turkish to English certified translations?
Yes. Turkish to English translation is a core service, particularly for Turkish documents that need to be submitted to UK institutions such as Home Office, HM Passport Office, UKVI, HM Courts & Tribunals, UK ENIC.
Do I need a certified translation?
This depends on the organisation receiving your document. Some organisations require certification, while others may have their own specific requirements.
If you tell me where the translation will be submitted, I can help you understand what type of translation you may need. For a fuller explanation, see my guide: Certified vs Sworn, Notarised, Legalised and Apostilled.
Are your translations accepted by the UK Home Office?
Certified translations can be prepared for UK visa and immigration purposes. However, requirements can change and may vary according to the application, so you should always check the current requirements of the relevant UK authority before submitting your documents. For a fuller explanation, see my guide: Certified vs Sworn, Notarised, Legalised and Apostilled.
Can you translate Turkish birth and marriage certificates?
Yes. Turkish civil-status documents such as birth and marriage certificates can be translated into English and certified for their intended UK use. For prices, which pages of the booklet are translated and which document HM Passport Office accepts, see Turkish marriage certificate translation.
Can you translate Turkish diplomas and university transcripts?
Yes. I provide Turkish to English translations of academic certificates, diplomas, transcripts and other educational documents.
How quickly can I receive my translation?
Turnaround depends on the document and its complexity. Many standard documents can be completed within 1–2 working days, with urgent services available where possible.
How much does a certified Turkish translation cost?
Certified translations start from £30 per one page document (applies to digitally delivered translations of short, one page documents such as diplomas, degree certificates or birth certificates). You receive the translation as a PDF with a digital stamp and a signed certificate of translation.
Apart from specific documents and short, one-page documents, documents with multiple pages are priced at £0.10 per word. Send me a clear copy of your document for a no-obligation quotation.
Can I get a hard copy with a physical stamp and wet signature?
Yes. If you need a hard copy translation with a physical stamp and wet signature posted to you, there is an additional charge of £15 per order. Hard copy translations are sent by Royal Mail Tracked 24 Hour and Signed For Delivery.
Why should I use a qualified translator for my certified translation?
In the UK, anyone can call themselves a certified translator. If the organisation receiving your document can’t verify who translated it, they may reject it — which can mean delays and paying twice. Choosing a translator who belongs to a recognised body such as the CIOL or ITI gives your translation credentials that anyone can check.
How can I check your credentials?
I’m a Chartered Linguist and member of the CIOL (no. 42759) and a qualified member of the ITI (no. 8695). You can look me up in both bodies’ public directories, and my membership details appear on every certificate of translation I issue.
Need a Turkish Document Translated into English?
If you have a Turkish document that needs to be used in the UK, send me a copy and I will provide a clear quotation and advise you on the appropriate translation service.
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Bosphorus Translation
Professional Turkish ↔ English translation services
Hampshire, UK | Serving clients throughout the UK
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Professional Turkish Translation Services Across the UK
Whether you need a Turkish to English certified translation for a UK application or an English to Turkish translation for use in Turkey, Bosphorus Translation provides a specialist, direct-to-translator service.
Clients work with me from all over the UK. If you have been looking for a certified Turkish translator near you, or specifically for a Turkish translator in London, the whole process is handled remotely. For other paperwork, see Turkish to English translation.
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Bosphorus Translation — Specialist English ↔ Turkish Translation in the UK
